In an election held on May 8 and 9, 2024, postdocs and associate research scholars voted in favor of being represented by PUPS-UAW, a union affiliated with the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (“United Auto Workers”). 

The National Labor Relations Board provided a final confirmation and certification of the election results on May 20. All Princeton postdocs and associate research scholars are now exclusively represented by the union in their dealings with the University concerning the terms and conditions of their employment.

Negotiations with the union to establish a collective bargaining agreement are expected to take place in the upcoming academic year.

For questions regarding the upcoming process, please contact Karen Haskin, associate dean for academic affairs, or Tithi Basu Mallik, assistant dean for postdoctoral affairs.