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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$117K - $201K *

Drive the evolution of AI-ready scientific data products that integrate and enhance the drug discovery and development lifecycle, fostering collaboration between multiple scientific domains and ensuri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$177K - $222K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic asset evaluations and collaborations across teams to enhance business development. Engage with biotech and pharmaceutical sectors to identify opportunities that a...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$177K - $222K *

Transform strategic sourcing by evaluating early-stage assets and opportunities. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance Formation Bio's business development pipeline and drive asset growth in a tec...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$201K - $373K *

Engineer unified computational workflows that bridge ML models and operational procedures, enhancing drug discovery processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to standardize SOPs and leverage data inte...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $92K *

Support cutting-edge research in space physics by designing and testing energetic particle instruments. Collaborate with a dynamic team to advance experimental methodologies and contribute to independ...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $155K *

Join our dynamic team to develop and optimize downstream purification processes for mRNA drug substances, ensuring efficient scaling and tech transfer in a fast-paced lab environment. Your expertise w...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$240K - $300K *

Empower business growth by providing strategic legal support across commercial, compliance, and corporate functions. Collaborate with leaders to navigate complex agreements and ensure regulatory adher...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Join us to lead scientific and operational initiatives in upstream process development for viral vector production, managing a team to ensure scalability and compliance while driving innovation and ef...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Advance scientific leadership in genomic studies, bridging computational methods with clinical insights. Contribute to biobank-scale research on rare genetic variants, guiding analytic strategies and...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Join a dynamic research team to advance therapeutic discoveries through expertise in medicinal chemistry, organic synthesis, and drug design. Collaborate on innovative projects while mentoring junior...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Empower groundbreaking research by designing automated lab systems for material discovery. Collaborate with top researchers to enhance polymer research through AI, robotics, and cloud technology, maki...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Join us in pioneering automated lab solutions for material discovery, enhancing polymer research through AI and robotics. Collaborate with top researchers to create a cloud-based laboratory that accel...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Champion innovative research by overseeing daily lab operations, managing scientific projects, and facilitating collaboration within a dynamic team. Contribute your expertise to enhance productivity a...

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

$128K - $150K *

Empower our Process Engineering team by leading innovations and scaling commercial assays. Drive enhancements in chemistry processes, mentor junior engineers, and ensure FDA/GMP compliance while optim...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $148K *

Lead the charge in innovative wood protection technologies, managing a team to drive product development from concept to commercialization, while collaborating across teams to meet customer needs and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Elevate clinical research by assisting with study design, medical monitoring, and compliance to ensure effective execution of clinical trials and contribute positively to patient outcomes in alignment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$57K - $201K *

Join a team that's advancing neuroscience research through cutting-edge animal models and experimental techniques. Contribute to innovative projects while managing lab operations and fostering a colla...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to solving complex data challenges using advanced machine learning techniques. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that drive business...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $180K *

Shape the future of biologic therapeutics by developing and optimizing complex cell-based bioassays and potency assays, ensuring regulatory compliance and scientific rigor through effective collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$123K *

Accelerate research in atomistic modeling of materials for energy applications. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to investigate reactivity, transport, and phase evolution, while developing da...

4 days ago

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

$155K - $211K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative data solutions that enhance business workflows and drive automation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into actionable insigh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K *

Elevate your career by leading impactful research initiatives, collaborating with diverse teams, and mentoring emerging scientists. Drive innovative studies that enhance understanding of Latino popula...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$167K - $260K *

Shape cutting-edge advancements in AI by leading deep reasoning research and driving innovative systems, while collaborating with a dynamic team to create impactful solutions in a fast-paced environme...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $115K *

Transform laboratory operations by leveraging your expertise in systems support, collaboration across teams, and innovative problem-solving to enhance our molecular diagnostics capabilities and ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$147K - $210K *

Pioneer advancements in quantum computing by developing models for qubit systems, collaborating with teams, and publishing research findings to drive innovation and optimize performance in superconduc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.