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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$146K - $234K *

Lead innovative research in autonomous systems, shaping solutions for AI challenges. Collaborate with diverse teams, define research programs, and engage with customers to deliver cutting-edge technol...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $120K *

Champion the growth of SPINNING Systems by leveraging technical expertise, driving sales initiatives, and collaborating across teams to enhance customer engagement and market presence in the life scie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Innovate within a dynamic engineering team, driving robust backend solutions for user-centric products while enhancing platform reliability and efficiency across various projects in a collaborative en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $105K *

Join a specialized team to evaluate biological research, ensuring safety against misuse. Utilize your expertise to distinguish legitimate science from potential threats, contributing to AI safety and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $139K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$206K - $282K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing client relationships and optimizing Meta campaigns. Drive performance through strategic insights, proactive problem-solving, and effective communication, ensuring client s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock new opportunities as you drive business growth in the life sciences sector. Focus on building relationships and matching client needs with innovative solutions in commercial consulting, brand c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Optimize financial planning and analysis processes, driving insights and strategic decision-making across multiple business units. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance forecast accuracy and suppor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive analytical solutions by leading projects, applying advanced data analysis, and collaborating with clients to deliver actionable insights across energy initiatives including efficiency and sustai...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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$80K - $130K *

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

$136K - $220K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $90K *

Drive quality assurance and monitoring efforts for refugee integration programs, ensuring compliance and effective service delivery across multiple sites. Collaborate with teams to enhance program per...

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

$110K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$228K - $309K *

Drive strategic pharmacy partnerships and enhance patient access to Amgen medicines. Lead a high-performing team, develop customer strategies, and engage with senior leaders to optimize the pharmacy e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $121K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $155K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.