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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$87K - $198K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing cancer research through innovative experimental design and collaborative leadership, focusing on autoantibody pathobiology and therapeutic development...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $121K *

Elevate your research career by applying synchrotron techniques to explore biogeochemical transformations in wetland systems. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance understanding of terr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape your career by driving efficiencies in research product workflows, managing impactful deliverables, and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance market intelligence products...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining market intelligence through streamlined research workflows and high-quality deliverables. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance product efficiency and drive im...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $175K *

Unlock potential by driving drug discovery through high-quality bioanalytical data. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and execute LC-MS/MS assays for targeted protein degrader candid...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $122K *

Join a dynamic team to advance LNP biology through in vitro and ex vivo assays, supporting targeted delivery programs and in vivo studies, while collaborating on data analysis and protocol development...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$67K - $101K *

Advance your career by executing experiments and analyzing data to support innovative biomarker measurement projects. Collaborate in a dynamic lab environment, contributing to reagent and assay develo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $94K *

Transform neural circuit research by leading in vivo two-photon imaging efforts, optimizing protocols, and collaborating with lab members to produce high-quality imaging data and assist in groundbreak...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $94K *

Elevate research through advanced in vivo two-photon imaging, optimizing methodologies, analyzing neural data, and training peers to explore the dynamics of appetite and behavior in mice. Collaborate...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Unlock innovative research by co-designing studies that bridge human and system responses. Collaborate with experts to analyze data, refine methodologies, and contribute to impactful publications in c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$65K - $114K *

Drive innovative research in targeted protein degradation to develop therapies for sickle cell disease. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate and optimize compounds, contributing to pre...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$65K - $114K *

Contribute to innovative research by designing and executing experiments focused on targeted protein degradation strategies for sickle cell disease. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K *

Contribute to innovative research in AI companions, focusing on safety, transparency, and behavior modification through advanced AI techniques and experimentation, while mentoring students and publish...

3 weeks ago

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

$174K - $252K *

Explore innovative solutions as a Research Scientist, driving cutting-edge projects in AI and machine learning. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop algorithms and publish findings, imp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $91K *

Grow your career with cutting-edge research in auditory neuroscience. Support experiments on neural circuits, conduct quantitative analyses, and contribute to scientific publications in a collaborativ...

2 weeks ago

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

$57K - $107K *

Unlock potential by leading preclinical oncology studies, integrating in vivo and ex vivo data to drive drug discovery. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate drug efficacy and inform pr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $119K *

Join a team that's redefining economics research through collaboration and innovation. Contribute your statistical expertise to interdisciplinary projects, lead data analysis, and mentor emerging rese...

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative research projects in AI and ML, shaping the lab's agenda and culture. Collaborate with engineers and experts to drive impactful solutions and publish findings th...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Advance research in neurodevelopmental disabilities by leading data analysis, contributing to scientific publications, and mentoring trainees in a collaborative lab environment focused on autism and l...

1 week ago

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

$145K *

Unlock your potential as a Legal Fellow, engaging in diverse legal matters across financial regulation, compliance, and litigation. Collaborate with experienced attorneys while gaining invaluable insi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $105K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on innovative cell therapy process development, where you'll design experiments, analyze data, and collaborate to drive impactful results in a fas...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive the development of innovative RNA therapeutics by designing and executing in vivo studies, coordinating with CROs, and providing expertise in pharmacology to enhance therapeutic efficacy and saf...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $150K *

Elevate drug discovery efforts by executing in vitro assays and analyses. Collaborate with a dynamic research team to validate targets and develop assays, contributing to transformative medicines for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$91K - $107K *

Engage with us to execute and optimize flow cytometry assays, supporting preclinical and translational science in xenotransplantation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable resul...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $215K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative in vitro strategies for cancer immunotherapy. Drive drug discovery projects, design assays, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop next-generati...

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  •   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.