The Berkeley Lab Postdoc Association is an organization run by, and run for, postdocs and early career scientists working at the Lawrence Berkeley National Lab. We organize many activities to strengthen our ties to the Lab, to each other and to the (Berkeley) Bay Area. Check out our events, our LinkedIn page, our Facebook group. We also have information on working and living in this beautiful Lab and area. Don’t hesitate to contact us for any more information.
Berkeley Lab Postdoc Association (BLPA)
We are federating over 1000 postdoctoral researches affiliated with the Lawrence Berkeley National Lab. Our goal is to facilitate social interactions, scientific exchanges, seminars and general orientation.
Here is a list of things you might be interested in:
- Check out our events for the latest activities
- BLPA seminar Series X
- Postdoc Orientation (latest presentation is available here)
- Getting around in Berkeley
- Our charter
We’re happy to organize new events at the lab; if you’re interested in participating, please contact us.
If you are from UC Berkeley, you might want to say hi to our friends at Berkeley Postdoc Association (BPA) and the Visiting Scholars and Postdocs Association (VSPA). They have some good resources!
Hike to Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve
Last Saturday, Berkeley Postdocs and their friends hiked in beautiful redwood forest in Armstrong State Natural Reserve. Greetings from 1400 years old Colonel Armstrong.
Weekend trip to Yosemite
During the weekend 7-8th of June, BLPA postdocs and their friends visited Yosemite National Park. They hiked in Mariposa Grove and at Upper Yosemite Fall.
City Hike at Lake Merritt
On May 10, 2025 our postdocs changed the hiking environment into Oakland. They enjoyed a walk around Lake Merritt admiring lake and Botanical Garden at nice weather.
Hiking: Alamere Falls on May 3
On Saturday, May 3, the BLPA hiking group explored the Pacific coast and reached the Alamere Falls.
Hiking: Mount Diablo from bottom to top
On Saturday, April 5, we we hiked Mount Diablo all the way from the foot of the mountain to the summit via the shortest route. After the steep inclines we were rewarded with amazing views in all directions.
Career Transition Talk – Sintu Rongpipi
We had a great session with Dr. Sintu Rongpipi as part of our BLPA Career Transition Talk Series! Sintu shared her amazing journey from postdoc to a researcher role in industry, offering honest insights, helpful tips, and plenty of encouragement. Big thanks to Sintu for taking the time to speak …
Hiking: Waterfalls of Mt. Diablo
Another Saturday and another BLPA hike. This time we explore waterfalls in the Mt. Diablo State Park on March 15, 2025.
Hiking: Fall Creek and Lost Empire trail
On March 1, 2025, our hiking group went to the Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. We enjoyed the spring weather in nature and explored remnants of lime-processing industry that helped rebuilt San Francisco after the 1906 earthquake.
Carrier Transition Talk: Sinead Griffin
BLPA is excited to share the recording of our recent Career Transition Talk featuring Sinead Griffin. Sinead transitioned from a postdoc to a Staff Scientist at Berkeley Lab and shared her inspiring journey and insights. Watch the recording to learn from her experiences and valuable advice. Watch full recording of …
Hiking: Mission Peak
The BLPA organized another hiking trip on February 15, 2025. This time we went to the Mission Peak from Ohlone College near Fremont. We enjoyed a nice winter day with beautiful views of South Bay, Mount Diablo Range, local flora and fauna including many cows and a coyote.