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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$75K - $116K *

Advance your career by overseeing animal research projects, conducting precise surgeries, and managing lab protocols. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive innovative solutions in biosciences, ensu...

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team dedicated to academic excellence and patient care. As an Assistant Professor, you'll engage in research, community outreach, and medical education, promoting health and wellness in...

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of healthcare by delivering expert neurointerventional and diagnostic neuroradiology services. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care and support educationa...

1 week ago

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

$136K - $170K *

Unlock potential by driving the discovery of innovative biotherapeutics through hands-on laboratory work, characterizing antibodies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance therapeuti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $270K *

Drive the strategic planning and execution of clinical trials, overseeing resources and cross-functional teams to ensure delivery meets timelines, budgets, and quality standards while fostering strong...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$149K - $186K *

Transform cancer research by applying advanced genomics analyses and integrating multi-omics data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to derive insights from clinical biomarker data, influencing...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $130K *

Manage environmental health and safety initiatives, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation in laboratory settings. Lead training programs, inspections, and emergency preparedness efforts to foster a...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$207K - $300K *

Drive innovation in machine learning by inventing and implementing advanced algorithms and systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance AI capabilities, ensuring robust evaluation and deployment of ne...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $300K *

Transform the future of machine learning by inventing and implementing cutting-edge algorithms and systems. Collaborate across teams to validate AI-generated advancements and drive innovation in next...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $155K *

Join a team that's advancing therapeutic programs by designing and executing in vitro studies. Collaborate across disciplines to generate high-quality data that informs drug development for neurodegen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $154K *

Empower innovation by applying your physics and engineering expertise to government security projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to analyze data, conduct assessments, and present strategic recom...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $190K *

Transform biomedical discovery by leveraging AI to bridge virtual and real-world data. Collaborate with top scientists and engineers to innovate scalable solutions in drug discovery and clinical care...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $150K *

Analyze and integrate large-scale molecular and clinical datasets to generate critical insights that drive drug discovery efforts. Collaborate with pharmaceutical partners and utilize cutting-edge AI...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $135K *

Transform healthcare by leveraging your computational biology expertise to drive drug discovery, integrate vast datasets, and use AI tools for impactful insights in collaboration with leading pharma p...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $135K *

Drive the integration of AI and biological data science to generate actionable insights for drug discovery. Collaborate across teams, analyzing complex datasets while developing next-gen research tool...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $174K *

Contribute to groundbreaking drug discovery by advancing disease biology understanding, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and utilizing histology techniques to support target identification...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $105K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Scientist I, leading bioassay development and validation projects. Collaborate with clients, mentor team members, and ensure quality in a dynamic lab environment whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's pivotal in advancing neurotechnology through in vivo operations. Leverage your surgical expertise in rodents to execute studies, optimize workflows, and deliver high-quality, reprod...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Pioneer innovative research in neurodegeneration and brain immunology, leading experimental studies and collaborating with a dynamic team to advance understanding of vascular factors and neuroglial me...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $500K *

Shape the future of post-silicon validation by managing lab operations, ensuring seamless integration, and leading diverse engineering teams in a fast-paced environment to meet product development goa...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $190K *

Advance scientific innovation by leading iPSC and advanced cellular model R&D. Drive multidisciplinary collaboration, establish strategies, and translate research into scalable solutions while mentori...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $174K *

Join a team that's advancing biomaterials research to develop innovative medical devices. Leverage your expertise in materials science and chemistry to support product life-cycles and collaborate acro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$65K - $114K *

Join a team that's advancing microbiome research by leading in vivo studies, managing lab operations, and mentoring junior scientists. Drive innovative experiments and contribute to impactful publicat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing adolescent health through clinical care, education, and research. Contribute to training future leaders while developing a robust research portfolio in a supp...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead clinical trials and mentor staff, ensuring compliance and excellence in research. Drive strategic growth while fostering collaboration and innovation in a fast-paced en...

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  •   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.