Taxes and T32 Grants: What Postdocs Need to Know

Receiving a T32 grant is an exciting milestone in your re-search career — but it also comes with unique tax implica-tions that can be confusing for many postdocs. This ses-sion will break down what you need to know to navigate tax season confidently and avoid costly mistakes.

We’ll cover:

How T32 stipends differ from traditional employee wagesWhether (and how) T32 income is reported to the IRSCommon misconceptions about fellowship income and self-employment taxesHow to estimate and pay quarterly taxesWhich education-related expenses may still be deductibleHow T32 income can affect eligibility for credits, deductions, and benefitsThe workshop will include real-world examples, walk-throughs of key IRS forms, and time for Q&A. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of your tax responsibilities and practical strategies for staying organized throughout the year.

Who Should Attend:

Postdoctoral researchers and fellows funded through T32 institutional training grants, as well as administrators or fac-ulty mentors who support postdocs in financial compliance.