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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$139K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the development and dissemination of health economic evidence to support healthcare decision-making. Collaborate globally with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent v...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $195K *

Elevate client relationships by managing key accounts, driving satisfaction and growth. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring long-term success and measurable ROI for...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$207K - $300K *

Engineer innovative research methodologies to analyze AI's societal impact. Collaborate with diverse teams to design experiments, develop metrics, and publish findings that enhance understanding of mo...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative research administration strategies, overseeing pre-award processes and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance funding opportunities and drive impactful resea...

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

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's leading complex remediation projects, ensuring safety and compliance while managing diverse teams and stakeholders. Drive project success through effective planning, execution, and...

Port Hope, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to advance drug metabolism science, leading innovative in vitro approaches and mentoring junior scientists while driving translational ADME strategies for drug candidates in a coll...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $140K *

Elevate our biochemistry integration efforts by developing and optimizing novel assays. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance system performance and contribute to innovative workflows, driving tec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $143K *

Champion compliance excellence by conducting audits, educating stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to health care regulations. Collaborate across departments to mitigate risks and enhance reimburseme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Empower the future of digestive health by leading innovative research in GI and liver disorders. Collaborate with students and trainees to advance knowledge and foster academic growth in a dynamic, su...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovative lipid nanoparticle formulation for nucleic acid delivery. Collaborate with senior scientists to optimize synthesis and characterization, supporting cross-functional teams in a dynamic...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing research and product development. Lead experimental design, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration while mentoring others to achieve innovative sol...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $300K *

Pioneer advancements in cellular therapy by directing a high-volume lab, engaging in impactful research and teaching. Join a dynamic team at a leading cancer center, contributing to innovative treatme...

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

$127K - $150K *

Shape the future of neuroscience by leading innovative preclinical projects in cellular pharmacology and therapeutic development, while mentoring junior scientists and establishing robust laboratory w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $135K *

Lead the charge in innovative research to develop cutting-edge photonic hardware for quantum measurement and AI. Collaborate with industry partners to shape your projects in a dynamic, interdisciplina...

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

$122K - $176K *

Unlock potential by developing multiscale computational models to inform drug discovery and development, leveraging biological knowledge and data analysis to enhance model accuracy and performance in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$122K - $176K *

Unlock your potential by joining a dynamic team focused on developing multiscale computational models to drive innovative drug discovery and development, leveraging deep biological insights and advanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $155K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge mRNA analytical methods, driving process development and ensuring robust testing capabilities. Collaborate across teams to establish a comprehensive analytic...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$500K+*

Drive the evaluation strategy for production models, ensuring accurate assessments of model quality. Collaborate with research teams, optimize measurement processes, and monitor live training runs to...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$500K+*

Lead the evaluation strategy for production models, ensuring accurate assessments of model quality. Collaborate with research teams, optimize measurement processes, and monitor live training runs to e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform cancer care by developing AI tools that enhance clinical workflows. Join a dynamic team to conduct impactful research, translating innovative ideas into real-world applications that improve...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $93K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Protein Sciences team to drive protein discovery and engineering. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment, utilizing molecular biology and microbiology techniques...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the planning and execution of non-clinical studies. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), while producing reliable scientific outcomes and interfacing w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$179K - $198K *

Lead groundbreaking research in immunology, advancing targeted therapies for autoimmune diseases by integrating biology, pharmacology, and chemistry, while fostering innovation and team collaboration...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $176K *

Join a team that's pioneering innovative extractables and leachables studies, driving scientific excellence and regulatory compliance in medical and pharmaceutical products while collaborating with cr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join the team to support MDA Targets and Countermeasures by analyzing trajectories, validating models, and providing mission support for critical flight tests, ensuring accurate data products and cont...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.