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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$69K - $119K *

Explore innovative sensing systems for earth science and renewable energy. Lead interdisciplinary projects focused on acoustic design, environmental impact studies, and advanced signal processing to e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $358K *

Transform the future of geriatrics research by leading innovative studies, mentoring emerging scientists, and securing funding to advance knowledge in aging and palliative care. Collaborate with a dyn...

1 week ago

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

$84K - $97K *

Drive innovative research in polymer chemistry and inorganic materials for sustainable sodium-ion batteries. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize electrode performance and develop adva...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $121K *

Join a team that's pioneering the development of next-gen superconducting qubits, focusing on innovative nanofabrication techniques and quantum information science. Collaborate on cutting-edge project...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $116K *

Shape the future of astronomical research as an independent investigator, enabling cutting-edge projects and fostering innovative developments within a supportive, collaborative environment for early...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$55K - $104K *

Transform the landscape of sports research by analyzing FIFA 2026 and LA28, focusing on migration, border control, and international politics. Collaborate with key stakeholders to uncover insights tha...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on advancing accelerator physics. Contribute to the maintenance, operation, and innovative upgrades of cutting-edge synchrotron light sources, enh...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $110K *

Optimize and validate expansion microscopy protocols on brain tissue, enhancing throughput and quality while maintaining meticulous documentation and implementing troubleshooting techniques to foster...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $100K *

Advance your career by conducting multi-omics analyses and developing computational frameworks for organoid quality assessment, while collaborating with experimental teams and contributing to impactfu...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $110K *

Drive innovative research in laryngotracheal stenosis, utilizing advanced techniques and animal models to develop therapeutic strategies. Collaborate in a dynamic lab environment focused on translatio...

4 days ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Join a team that's advancing innovative therapeutics and diagnostics in laryngotracheal stenosis research. Contribute to translational studies, utilizing in vivo models and advanced immunological tech...

4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Analyze and integrate large-scale single-cell data to engineer cell states, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Lead computational efforts, design analyses, and mentor junior researchers in a...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K *

Drive innovative research as a postdoctoral fellow in computational biology, engaging in software development, theoretical modeling, and interdisciplinary collaboration to advance biomolecular design...

3 weeks ago

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

$200K - $300K *

Join a dynamic Legal Team as a Legal Fellow, supporting diverse legal projects and gaining exposure to litigation strategy, regulatory inquiries, and crisis response. Collaborate across teams to provi...

3 weeks ago

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

$84K - $109K *

Elevate your career by conducting groundbreaking research on small Solar System bodies and planetary defense. Collaborate with leading scientists to enhance observational methods and contribute to vit...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$72K - $121K *

Contribute to cutting-edge research in computational materials chemistry by performing molecular dynamics simulations and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to uncover mechanisms of chemical...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Transform groundbreaking research by executing complex experiments on single-cell projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and generating key data in cell and gene therapy, drug, and biom...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $92K *

Join our innovative team to advance vaccine preclinical development through molecular characterization and computational analysis of immune responses, focusing on herpesvirus biology in a collaborativ...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze and support science and technology policy initiatives. Engage with federal agencies, conduct research, and develop analytical skills in a collaborative environment over...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $119K *

Innovate laboratory research operations by growing high-purity diamond using advanced CVD techniques. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to synthesize new materials and devices, contributing to...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$74K - $122K *

Transform the future of robotics by conducting cutting-edge research in embodied AI and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions and publish impactful findings...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative assays for the BD Rhapsody platform, focusing on high-quality product launches and cross-functional collaboration to advance single-cell genomics and drive sci...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$69K - $119K *

Join a dynamic team to explore molecular-scale science using advanced X-ray scattering methods. Conduct experiments at leading facilities, analyze complex datasets, and collaborate with experts to adv...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by driving spatial biology experiments and AI model development. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary lab, ensuring quality standards and mentoring team members while executing high...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K *

Drive innovation in computational materials science by leveraging machine learning and molecular dynamics to enhance solvent-based separation systems. Collaborate with chemists to develop insights and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.