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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Lead innovative research efforts to identify metabolic weaknesses in KRAS-driven lung cancer. Collaborate with the Principal Investigator to conduct experiments, validate targets, and prepare impactfu...

4 weeks ago

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

$20K - $200K *

Take ownership of advanced research examining neural mechanisms underlying sensory perception and decision-making using cutting-edge techniques. Collaborate with a dynamic team and contribute to impac...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Develop and optimize Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADCs) through innovative experiments, collaborating cross-functionally to support process characterization and regulatory submissions, while mentoring ot...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $95K *

Join our dynamic Molecular Profiling team to enhance high-throughput analysis using cutting-edge techniques. Collaborate with diverse scientists to drive innovative research in immunology and bioinfor...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $130K *

Advance peptide process development by driving research, optimization, and compliance initiatives. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions for peptide manufacturing and expand capabil...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K *

Advance pediatric care by participating in a 12-month fellowship, enhancing skills in critical care through rotations, patient management, and interdisciplinary collaboration under expert supervision...

1 week ago

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

$80K *

Advance your career by joining a dynamic fellowship program designed for early-career Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants. Gain hands-on experience in pediatric inpatient medicine t...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of CAR T cell therapies by leading genetic regulation projects, optimizing gene modulation strategies, and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance therapy efficacy and safety...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal Scientist in Oncology Discovery, leading innovative research to develop cutting-edge therapeutics for cancer treatment. Collaborate with experts, drive scientific...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal Scientist in Oncology Discovery, leading innovative research to develop cutting-edge therapeutics for cancer treatment. Collaborate with experts, drive scientific...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to perform advanced embryology techniques and research, ensuring high-quality patient care and data management in a clinical laboratory setting. Collaborate with professionals to e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in scientific technology by developing and enhancing mass spectrometry applications. Collaborate across functions to translate research into commercial solutions...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K *

Join a prestigious fellowship program supporting early career researchers in experimental and theoretical physics. Contribute to groundbreaking research with a competitive salary and dedicated funding...

3 weeks ago

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

$87K *

Unlock potential by engaging in groundbreaking research on galaxies and massive stars. Collaborate with experts to analyze data and lead innovative projects that explore cosmic evolution and star form...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $121K *

Transform your career by developing advanced physics-based models for materials under extreme conditions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance engineering performance through innovativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing trauma and emergency surgery through clinical excellence, education, and research. Engage in patient care, supervision, and innovative studies at a leading ac...

5 days ago

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

$68K - $194K *

Contribute to impactful research by supporting data analysis and project documentation. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to tackle complex national security issues through qualitative and quan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $115K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of genomic research, supporting next-generation sequencing projects. Contribute with your technical skills in library preparation and sequencer operation while coll...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $165K *

Advance your career by designing and executing innovative cell-based studies to evaluate oligo-based therapies for liver disease. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful research an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $100K *

Contribute to the production of AAV vectors by executing laboratory protocols, managing multiple projects, and enhancing workflows. Collaborate across teams while maintaining excellent documentation a...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $85K *

Engage in cutting-edge research on breast cancer progression and metastasis. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to conduct experiments, analyze data, and contribute to NIH-funded projects, enha...

2 weeks ago

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

$81K - $85K *

Lead the charge in innovative breast cancer research, utilizing advanced techniques in cell biology and mouse models. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to explore tumor progression and metasta...

2 weeks ago

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

$142K - $171K *

Shape early drug discovery by analyzing high-dimensional datasets and collaborating with scientists to advance complex projects. Leverage your computational expertise to enhance analytical methods and...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of obesity therapeutics by leading external innovation efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance preclinical assets and drive scientific excellence in obesity re...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform bioanalytical research by executing and optimizing flow cytometry studies, developing innovative assay methods, and ensuring data integrity and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.