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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$150K - $450K *

Unlock the future of AI by innovating data-centric large language models (LLMs), shaping scalable systems that enhance reasoning capabilities through cutting-edge research and collaboration with world...

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform biologics drug discovery by leading antibody engineering campaigns, optimizing therapeutic formats, and collaborating across teams to advance innovative solutions from concept to candidate n...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at drug development by leading bioanalytical studies, optimizing methods, interpreting data, and collaborating with teams to enhance innovative therapies for patients...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $224K *

Champion innovative translational research in oncology, focusing on lung and GI cancers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design experiments, analyze data, and drive advancements in therapeu...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of life sciences consulting. As an entry-level Consultant, you'll tackle strategic challenges, collaborate with experts, and develop insights that drive impactful...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $135K *

Transform the biopharmaceutical landscape by addressing strategic questions, conducting complex analyses, and collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver impactful solutions in life sciences consulti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $135K *

Unlock potential by addressing strategic questions in life sciences consulting. Engage with diverse projects, develop analytical tools, and communicate insights to clients while collaborating in a dyn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Elevate global policy initiatives by designing innovative market mechanisms. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive adoption of solutions addressing urgent challenges like climate change and biosecuri...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$84K - $109K *

Transform your career by leading complex research programs, coordinating budgets, staffing, and logistics. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement innovative strategies and ensure successful proje...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $160K *

Explore transformative possibilities in computational biology by partnering with pharma allies to enhance drug discovery, utilizing AI tools to analyze complex datasets and drive impactful solutions i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $175K *

Transform the future of drug discovery by integrating AI and data science, collaborating with pharma partners to extract insights from molecular datasets and enhance research tools. Lead innovative pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $160K *

Advance the future of drug discovery by integrating molecular and clinical datasets, utilizing AI-driven insights, and collaborating across functions to enhance research efficiency and impact in the p...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing microbiological testing and environmental monitoring in a GMP lab. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance while developing y...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $155K *

Optimize purification processes for therapeutic biologics, collaborating across teams to ensure robust, scalable solutions for clinical and commercial applications. Drive experimental design and data...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Champion product development by executing laboratory experiments, analyzing data, and supporting hematology control development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product performance a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Innovate in R&D by supporting product development through laboratory experimentation, data analysis, and stability studies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance hematology controls and e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing product development through laboratory experimentation, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. Contribute to innovative solutions in clinical chem...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Contribute to innovative product development, executing laboratory tests, compiling data, and supporting R&D teams while ensuring compliance with design control and quality standards to enhance produc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Transform healthcare insights into actionable strategies by synthesizing research, conducting assessments, and collaborating with teams to drive client success in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environ...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $93K *

Innovate your career as an Accounting & Finance Analyst, driving financial accuracy and efficiency. Engage in daily accounting tasks, financial reporting, and strategic initiatives to enhance internal...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to innovative software solutions that enhance personal injury law practices. You'll own feature development, collaborate across teams, and tackle evolving challenges in a fast-paced environ...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $165K *

Drive innovation in enzyme discovery by leading high-throughput biochemical assays. Leverage your expertise in protein biochemistry and enzymology to advance next-gen sequencing technologies and enhan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $108K *

Explore the intricacies of neural circuits by developing data-driven theories that reveal how brain connectivity shapes computation and behavior. Collaborate with experimentalists to transform theoret...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role that involves conducting in-depth research across various topics, delivering actionable insights, and collaborating with a high-performing team to tackle complex q...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $156K *

Drive innovative research in neuromodulation, integrating neuroscience and AI to advance therapies. Collaborate across teams to design studies, analyze data, and uncover biomarkers for personalized tr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.