Postdoctoral Fellow Jobs

Explore Postdoctoral Fellow opportunities on Ladders, the career site for vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Postdoctoral fellows build on doctoral training through advanced research, specialized projects, and collaboration with faculty, research teams, and industry partners. Browse openings to find roles aligned with your discipline, experience, and career goals.

What Does a Postdoctoral Fellow Do?

Postdoctoral fellows conduct research after earning a doctoral degree, often working under the guidance of a principal investigator or senior faculty member. Responsibilities may include designing studies, analyzing data, publishing findings, preparing grant proposals, mentoring students, and presenting research at conferences. Duties vary by institution, field, and project.

Qualifications for Postdoctoral Fellow Roles

Most positions require a Ph.D. or another relevant doctoral degree, along with research experience in a specialized area. Employers may seek expertise in particular methods, laboratory or computational tools, publications, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. Review each job description for specific requirements.

Postdoctoral Fellow Career Opportunities

Postdoctoral positions are available across universities, hospitals, research institutes, government organizations, and private-sector research teams. Fields can include life sciences, medicine, engineering, physical sciences, social sciences, and data science. Depending on the role, a fellowship may provide a pathway to academic, scientific, clinical, or industry careers.

Find Postdoctoral Fellow Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare job requirements, research areas, and compensation details to identify opportunities that fit your background. Job availability and salary ranges vary by employer, location, and discipline.

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$73K - $120K *

Advance your scientific career by conducting innovative research under expert mentorship. Engage in fundamental questions, publish findings, and collaborate with industry leaders in a dynamic environm...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$64K - $100K *

Grow your career with innovative cybersecurity research, transitioning findings to production, mentoring peers, and securing funding through grant proposals. Collaborate in a dynamic lab environment t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$71K - $110K *

Unlock innovative AI solutions for accelerator operations by developing agentic AI methods and software. Collaborate with physicists and partner labs to enhance operational efficiency and safety in cu...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of cell biology and neurobiology by leading innovative research in metabolic and immune stress responses. Collaborate in a dynamic lab environment while developing your independen...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by developing innovative statistical and machine-learning methods to analyze high-dimensional 'omics data, driving insights in cancer biology and single-cell genomics within a collabo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform cancer research by exploring aging's impact on tumor development. Collaborate with a dynamic team to utilize cutting-edge techniques in genetics and molecular biology, driving innovative dis...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Engage your expertise to advance research in infectious disease statistics. Collaborate on innovative projects in biostatistics and epidemiology, focusing on HIV prevention trials and treatment effica...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative research into the gut-brain axis, exploring neural circuits' roles in intestinal health, immunity, and metabolism. Collaborate within a dynamic team to develop dietary strategies agai...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $112K *

Champion innovative global health research by leading quantitative analyses and contributing to impactful GBD estimates. Engage in a dynamic fellowship program designed for early-career researchers co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$37K - $500K+*

Join a team that's advancing vascular biology research through innovative studies. Conduct complex laboratory procedures and independent research, contributing to groundbreaking discoveries in aortic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K *

Elevate your career as a Postdoctoral Research Associate, collaborating with a dynamic team to explore human genetic variation's impact on gene expression and phenotypes through innovative research in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $110K *

Champion innovative mineral recovery by designing bio-derived chelators and polymers. Engage in interdisciplinary research, develop separation processes, and mentor junior researchers while contributi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$69K - $119K *

Drive innovative research in machine learning and human-Earth system modeling, focusing on integrating large datasets and developing advanced models to analyze environmental impacts on energy, water...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $96K *

Elevate oral care research by leveraging advanced bioinformatics and statistical analysis to transform complex omics data into actionable insights that enhance product development and improve health o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$82K - $92K *

Pioneer innovative drug delivery technologies for biologics. Collaborate on formulation science, crystal engineering, and physicochemical characterization to advance next-gen biologics delivery in a d...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K *

Transform your research career by joining a dynamic team focused on functional genomics and gene editing. Collaborate with experts to explore human genetic variation and its impact on gene expression...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$71K - $110K *

Unlock your potential as you contribute to RF design and analysis for accelerator structures. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize performance and support groundbreaking projects in ac...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $110K *

Develop integrated hydrologic models for mountainous watersheds while collaborating with interdisciplinary scientists. Focus on effects of disturbances on water-energy budgets using high-performance c...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of nuclear nonproliferation through innovative research and collaboration. This two-year fellowship offers early-career scientists the chance to develop expertise...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K *

Join a dynamic team advancing nuclear nonproliferation through innovative research. This two-year fellowship offers early-career scientists the chance to develop leadership skills and collaborate acro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K *

Innovate in the field of immunology by leading research on anti-inflammatory therapies for SIV infection. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design experiments, analyze data, and mentor emerging scien...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$20K - $500K *

Contribute to cutting-edge research in molecular virology, focusing on host-pathogen interactions. Collaborate with a dynamic team, plan experiments, and publish findings to advance understanding of o...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$118K - $131K *

Pioneer groundbreaking research as a Postdoctoral Experimental Physicist, executing advanced experiments in laser-matter interactions and collaborating with top scientists to drive innovation in high...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$66K - $93K *

Lead the charge in developing and implementing regulatory strategies within the pharmaceutical industry, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance while supporting submissions and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$75K - $110K *

Lead the charge in innovative AI research, focusing on data integration and visualization. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop open-source tools, mentor students, and publish findings, driving...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a postdoctoral fellow?question toggle

    A postdoctoral fellow is a researcher who has completed a doctoral degree and undertakes advanced research or specialized training, typically under the supervision of an experienced investigator or faculty member.

  • What degree do you need to become a postdoctoral fellow?question toggle

    Most postdoctoral fellow positions require a Ph.D. or another relevant doctoral degree. Specific requirements depend on the research field and employer.

  • What does a postdoctoral fellow do?question toggle

    Typical duties include conducting research, analyzing results, publishing papers, collaborating with research teams, presenting findings, and sometimes mentoring students or contributing to grant applications.

  • Where do postdoctoral fellows work?question toggle

    Postdoctoral fellows work at universities, hospitals, research institutes, government agencies, and private-sector organizations, depending on their area of specialization.

  • How can I find Postdoctoral Fellow jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job listings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Check each posting for compensation, location, qualifications, and research responsibilities.