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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$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...

1 week 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...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing pediatric cancer survivorship research. This role involves teaching, clinical care, and expanding research initiatives, focusing on long-term outcomes for you...

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

$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...

1 week ago

  •   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...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in medical oversight for clinical trials, ensuring high standards and executing timelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance trial protocols and contribute to impactfu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of clinical research, providing medical oversight and guidance in early-phase trials. This role emphasizes collaboration, patient interaction, and work-life balance...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$177K - $250K *

Elevate your career by leading molecular diagnostics analysis and reporting. Drive clinical research, enhance variant prioritization, and mentor a dynamic team in a cutting-edge genomics lab focused o...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $105K *

Engage in product marketing to drive growth through innovative campaigns, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product positioning and messaging while leveraging data-driven insights f...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $211K *

Advance your career with a role driving preclinical and translational biomarker strategies, collaborating across teams to support drug development and innovative research, ensuring alignment with prog...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $92K *

Engage in advanced physiological research, collaborating on mathematical modeling and data acquisition. Publish findings and present at conferences, contributing to the understanding of mammalian heal...

3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $210K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional care for Heme/Heme Malignancy patients. Utilize your expertise in evaluation and medical management while collaborating with a multidisciplinary t...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $151K *

Engage in leading protein expression assays for translational research, overseeing assay design, validation, and testing. Supervise lab staff, ensure quality, and communicate results effectively to cl...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion regulatory strategies for innovative natural products, ensuring compliance and safety across global markets. Engage with authorities and industry leaders to secure approvals and drive scienti...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Champion growth by leading global lab business development teams, enhancing client relationships, and driving strategic initiatives across laboratory services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$153K - $184K *

Shape the future of biologics manufacturing by leading GMP quality operations for clinical trials. Drive compliance, oversee quality systems, and mentor teams to ensure the successful production and r...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform research in RNA biology and therapeutics by leading innovative projects across cancer biology, epitranscriptomics, and drug development. Collaborate with a dynamic team to advance cutting-ed...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$75K - $88K *

Deliver comprehensive reporting and analytics support, collaborating with Practice Management and Business Analytics teams to enhance data-driven decision-making and maintain key performance metrics...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing Indigenous Studies through innovative research, teaching, and community engagement. Contribute to the growth of a new academic unit while fostering connection...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $151K *

Elevate your career by leading protein expression assays and managing lab staff. Collaborate on assay design, validation, and testing while ensuring quality and efficiency. Build strong client relatio...

4 days ago

  •   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.