Become part of the esteemed academic community and make notable contributions to your field with Postdoctoral Fellow positions in a variety of research areas. Browse through vetted opportunities that offer excellent compensation and career growth prospects, only on Ladders.
As a Postdoctoral Fellow, you'll conduct high-level research, publish your findings in academic journals, and present your work at conferences. You can work in various fields, including biomedical science, chemistry, physics, and social sciences.
The role of a Postdoctoral Fellow often serves as a stepping stone to advanced academic positions such as professorships or researchers at prestigious institutions.
Microfluidics Technology Development Strategic Planner
$147K - $230K *
Shape the future of microfluidics technology by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving collaboration across teams. This dynamic role requires innovative thinking...
3 days ago
Scientist, Analytical Development
$135K - $155K *
Join a dynamic team, driving innovative analyses in CAR T therapy development to enhance treatment solutions for pediatric brain malignancies, while overseeing method optimization and supporting cross...
2 weeks ago
Scientist/Sr. Scientist - Protein Engineering
$71K - $187K *
Engage with a dynamic team to engineer, characterize, and optimize biotherapeutics, focusing on antibody development. Collaborate across disciplines to drive innovation and improve therapeutic outcome...
4 weeks ago
Associate Director, Environment Monitoring and Microbiology
$170K - $210K *
Shape the future of cancer immunotherapy by leading and managing quality control microbiology. Oversee strategic direction while ensuring compliance and operational excellence in a fast-paced environm...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Clinical Research Coordinator Associate
$72K - $91K *
Join a team that drives innovative pediatric pain research by coordinating complex clinical studies, engaging with participants, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate closely with experts in a vibrant...
2 weeks ago
Design Optimization Engineer - Postdoctoral Researcher
$122K - $143K *
Join a team that's advancing physics-based design optimization. Engage in collaborative and independent research to develop cutting-edge HPC tools for complex engineering challenges while enhancing yo...
3 weeks ago
Advanced Practice Provider: Inpatient Immuno-Oncology
$131K - $201K *
Join our multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive inpatient care for oncology patients receiving immunotherapy and chemotherapy. Collaborate with specialists to manage treatment plans and parti...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $105K *
Grow philanthropy by engaging with donors, managing major gift portfolios, and driving strategic fundraising initiatives, contributing to the University’s mission and enhancing donor experiences throu...
5 days ago
Sr Research Associate/ Scientist, Enzyme Development
$110K - $140K *
Lead the charge in advancing enzyme characterization and engineering, collaborating across R&D pipelines to enhance biocatalytic performance and support sustainable materials development in a fast-pac...
3 weeks ago
$75K - $95K *
Optimize metallurgical processes by leading a dynamic lab team, ensuring robust testing and integrity of iron chemistry. Drive projects spanning equipment upgrades, safety initiatives, and process imp...
1 week ago
$120K - $150K *
Transform the client success landscape by leading strategies that foster engaged, long-term client relationships within a dynamic medtech environment, optimizing product adoption and driving value acr...
1 week ago
Economist - Senior Economic Policy Advisor
$90K - $120K *
Unlock potential by conducting impactful economic research to influence U.S. policy. Collaborate with experts to provide analytical insights and enhance public understanding of key economic issues thr...
3 weeks ago
Higher Education Practice Director
$120K - $150K *
Lead the charge in shaping the strategic vision and growth of the higher education practice. Drive design excellence and foster collaborative team environments to deliver high-quality projects aligned...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $160K *
Join a team that's transforming workforce strategy and HR governance for a dynamic department of over 1,400. You’ll lead recruitment, onboarding, and compliance efforts while fostering collaboration a...
3 days ago
Senior Research Administration Associate
$79K - $93K *
Transform clinical research finance by ensuring compliance, managing sponsor invoicing, and optimizing billing practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance billing workflows and suppo...
3 days ago
2026 PhD Graduate - Applied Algorithms Engineer
$105K - $245K *
Join a team that drives innovation in advanced research and defense capabilities, utilizing AI/ML and systems analysis to enhance U.S. missile defense systems. Collaborate with passionate engineers to...
1 week ago
Principal Scientist, Medical Device Expert, L'Oreal Research & Innovation
$126K - $184K *
Champion regulatory excellence as a Principal Scientist, leading medical device strategy & compliance for impactful projects across the Americas, collaborating with global teams & ensuring the success...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$200K - $250K *
Champion exceptional fertility care by delivering patient-centered support, performing procedures, and collaborating with a dedicated clinical team to advance reproductive health and enhance patient j...
3 days ago
$110K - $145K *
Shape the future of cell therapies by advancing our in vivo CAR-T therapy program. Collaborate across teams, optimize assays, and lead experiments to enhance product safety and efficacy while driving...
4 weeks ago
Associate Director, Clinical Science - Inflammation and Immunology
$200K - $210K *
Join us to drive innovative clinical development programs in inflammation/immunology and oncology. Collaborate cross-functionally to define protocols, analyze trial data, support regulatory activities...
Reposted 3 days ago
Associate Director, Clinical Science - Inflammation and Immunology
$200K - $210K *
Engage in leading the design and implementation of clinical development programs, focusing on inflammation/immunology and oncology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance clinical trial pr...
Reposted 3 days ago
$120K - $160K *
Take ownership of building a renowned engineering brand by engaging with developers, creating impactful content, and fostering community connections that highlight cutting-edge AI projects and drive o...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Unlock potential by merging engineering with storytelling. Collaborate with technical teams to create engaging content and community touchpoints that resonate with top engineers, while enhancing the b...
2 weeks ago
Scientist / Senior Scientist, Assay Development (Sample Prep)
$90K - $161K *
Innovate by developing and optimizing sample preparation methods for advanced proteomic applications, ensuring quality and scalability in a collaborative lab environment. Engage with diverse biologica...
2 weeks ago
Global Medical Affairs Leader, Autoantibody
$130K - $180K *
Drive innovation in immunology as a Global Medical Affairs Leader. Lead strategies for asset development and lifecycle management, fostering collaboration and insights to optimize global medical affai...
Reposted 1 week ago
What is a Postdoctoral Fellow job?
A Postdoctoral Fellow job is a high-level academic position where individuals conduct research, publish papers and present their findings. These roles are generally filled by those who have completed their doctoral studies.
What do Postdoctoral Fellows do?
Postdoctoral Fellows conduct research in a specific field of study and publish their findings in academic journals. They also present their work at academic and professional conferences.
What are common areas of research for Postdoctoral Fellows?
Postdoctoral Fellows can work in various fields, including but not limited to biomedical science, chemistry, physics, and social sciences.
What kind of career progression can a Postdoctoral Fellow expect?
Postdoctoral Fellows can usually expect to move on to advanced academic positions, such as professors or senior researchers at prestigious institutions.