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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$195K - $245K *

Join a dynamic team as you leverage data-driven insights to optimize omnichannel marketing strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance customer engagement and drive impactful res...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $125K *

Lead the charge in managing the Public Health Microbiologist Training Program, collaborating with public health labs and stakeholders to enhance training, ensure compliance, and support trainees in ac...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $133K *

Lead the New Product Development (NPD) submission process, ensuring strategic alignment and risk mitigation. Collaborate with internal teams and partners to optimize regulatory submissions and respons...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $133K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of New Product Development by leading regulatory submissions, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with internal and external teams to drive successful product l...

North York, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead and mentor an applied science team, translating client needs into rigorous research programs. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful project delivery and build trusted relationships with p...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$71K - $93K *

Engage in impactful program coordination and stakeholder engagement to support the Equity Equals Excellence Strategy. Collaborate on data analysis, communications, and operational support to enhance p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $206K *

Help us drive innovation in drug discovery by leveraging advanced mass spectrometry to uncover biological insights and develop transformative therapeutic modalities. Collaborate across disciplines to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $206K *

Contribute to innovative research by leveraging advanced mass spectrometry to uncover biological insights and drive drug discovery. Collaborate across disciplines to develop impactful therapeutic moda...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $148K *

Pioneer innovative research in inorganic particle engineering, focusing on surface functionalization and material performance. Collaborate across disciplines to develop advanced materials and translat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Unlock potential by conducting rigorous testing of pharmaceutical products, ensuring compliance and quality through analytical techniques. Collaborate on method transfers and investigations to enhance...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Lead innovation in generative video modeling, guiding technical strategy and decision-making while enhancing team output and translating research into actionable, deployable systems for advanced robot...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$218K - $387K *

Elevate safety and performance in AI by designing robust training environments, assessing risks, and implementing automated defenses. Collaborate with experts to ensure models are resilient and effect...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion innovative research in supportive oncology, shaping interdisciplinary programs that enhance patient experiences across the cancer continuum. Collaborate with diverse teams to secure funding a...

5 days ago

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

$170K - $210K *

Shape the future of protein reagent development by leading innovative workflows, establishing robust production processes, and mentoring a dedicated team to ensure high-quality, reproducible results i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $181K *

Unlock potential by designing and constructing large protein variant libraries, linking genotype to phenotype. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive innovative platform technology and influence sci...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation in oligonucleotide synthesis and purification, optimizing processes for high-quality production. Collaborate across teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and mentor technicians in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $240K *

Reimagine your career by partnering with investment professionals to conduct in-depth research on biotech companies, driving investment insights and strategies that generate client returns through rig...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Advance research initiatives by identifying funding opportunities, coordinating interdisciplinary proposals, and enhancing faculty support. Lead strategic development efforts to strengthen institution...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $185K *

Lead the design and optimization of advanced biomedical algorithms, applying expertise in signal processing and software development to tackle complex challenges in noninvasive monitoring technology...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$79K - $93K *

Unlock advanced cytometry capabilities by coordinating high parameter instruments, ensuring quality control, and providing expert guidance to researchers and lab personnel in a dynamic, collaborative...

2 weeks ago

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

$165K - $264K *

Join a team that's driving impactful research in biotech, collaborating with investment professionals to analyze trends, generate insights, and contribute to investment strategies that deliver client...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in cutting-edge electrochemical device research, focusing on nanotechnology for biosensing applications. Collaborate in a dynamic, multidisciplinary team to design and optimize innovat...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $196K *

Analyze and lead statistical design across the product lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define objectives and strategies. Drive evidence generation from diverse datasets while e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $145K *

Empower business growth by leveraging advanced analytics to drive data-driven decision-making across Commercial, Operations, and Finance, transforming complex data into actionable insights for measura...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $145K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by leveraging advanced analytics skills across commercial and operational areas. Collaborate with stakeholders to design scalable solutions that enhance operationa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.