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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$184K - $215K *

Advance research in statistical genetics to uncover therapeutic targets for cardiac and skeletal muscle diseases. Collaborate with diverse cohorts and apply AI/ML methods to translate genetic insights...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$127K - $155K *

Elevate participant engagement by implementing strategic retention initiatives, analyzing clinical trial data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and minimize dropo...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$195K - $225K *

Join our dynamic team to drive the adoption of innovative oncology diagnostics. Leverage your expertise to build strategic relationships with healthcare professionals, enhancing patient care through a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion analytical development to drive the design, filing, and launch of pharmaceutical products, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing laboratory efficiency through innovative...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $165K *

Shape your career by serving as a key legal contact for corporate clients while overseeing immigration case work and guiding a team. Embrace the opportunity to lead, research, and develop compliance s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$126K - $181K *

Drive innovation in bioanalytical sciences by leading assay development and mentoring junior scientists. Collaborate across teams to assess immunogenicity of nucleic acid therapies, ensuring high-qual...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on licensing and commercialization. Collaborate with researchers and industry partners to evaluate technologies, manage inquiries, and drive innovative par...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of quantum technology by developing ultraprecise devices for navigation and communications. Engage in hands-on prototyping and deployment, contributing to innovative solutions fro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$55K - $194K *

Drive innovative research projects investigating childhood malaria immunity using advanced immunologic techniques, contributing to team collaborations, manuscript preparation, and independent research...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$145K - $220K *

Help us drive advancements in cutting-edge DoD technologies through systems analysis, contributing innovative solutions for critical missions and developing complex models while collaborating with int...

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

$137K - $206K *

Unlock potential by leading translational science efforts in immune-oncology, integrating complex datasets to drive biomarker discovery and support precision medicine strategies across clinical and pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Transform market research by leveraging AI and human expertise. Partner with leading brands to deliver actionable insights, drive strategic decisions, and shape the future of research in a fast-paced...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by developing robust ML systems that enhance self-improvement through reliable training and evaluation loops. Collaborate across teams to ensure feedback mechanisms are effective and...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Engineer cutting-edge LLM inference systems. Collaborate in designing scalable multi-node architectures and optimizing performance using advanced techniques. Shape the future of AI with your expertise...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Champion global talent acquisition strategies for Medical Affairs and Cell Therapy, leading a team to build proactive pipelines and influence talent agendas. Collaborate with business leaders to antic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading global talent acquisition strategies in Medical Affairs and Cell Therapy. Drive proactive talent pipelines, influence business decisions, and develop a high-performing t...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $134K *

Advance clinical research by expertly managing and negotiating budgets, ensuring compliance and collaboration across teams, while delivering strategic financial guidance for impactful studies...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $134K *

Develop and lead clinical research budgets, ensuring compliance and alignment with institutional goals. Collaborate with diverse teams to negotiate funding terms while providing critical analysis and...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $250K *

Transform quantitative research in technology and society as a Senior Research Scientist. Lead statistical quality assurance, advise on methodologies, and conduct sophisticated analyses across diverse...

2 weeks ago

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

$119K *

Develop cutting-edge in vivo CAR-T therapies by designing, executing, and analyzing complex experimental studies to advance cell and gene therapy initiatives from early discovery through preclinical d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $155K *

Elevate biomedicine coverage by guiding reporters and shaping stories. Collaborate with multimedia teams and supervise staff to engage a diverse readership through innovative storytelling and effectiv...

1 week ago

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

$115K - $135K *

Unlock potential by overseeing laboratory excellence and executing advanced embryology techniques. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care and contribute to groundbreaking fe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $134K *

Take ownership of multiple education programs, providing technical and management oversight. Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement strategic initiatives, ensuring high-quality education...

1 week ago

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

$98K - $140K *

Drive innovative product development as a Senior Scientist, leading cross-functional teams to create cutting-edge polymer additives. Engage in hands-on lab work, data analysis, and customer collaborat...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Drive innovation by tackling complex engineering challenges from concept to execution. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create cutting-edge robotic solutions that enhance everyday life, blending res...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.