Greetings, I have a question regarding postdoctoral work. Generally, I know it is used as a platform for a faculty appointment and the research-based results generated during the appointment are also reported during the same timeframe of the appointment. I am wondering of there is some kind of "degree" award associated with it. In other words, has there been such a thing as awarding some kind of degree--perhaps, a second doctoral qualification? Just musing... Kenneth
Post docs are normally positions and not really degree programs. You are hired with a salary to do some research work. Some schools will award a post doctoral fellowship certificate as a way to recognize the work but not all. I have never heard of schools awarding second PhDs for post docs. Post docs are normally used to build your publication record as a way to secure a tenure track position. There are some post doc academic programs that are not really positions but full programs as the one below: http://grenoble-em.com/991-post-doctoral-bridge-to-business-program-2.aspx You still don't end with a second doctorate but a post doctoral certificate.
