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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$204K - $310K *

Drive the development and delivery of advanced AI model capabilities by collaborating with cross-functional teams to prioritize needs, define requirements, and ensure effective integration of fine-tun...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$204K - $310K *

Champion the evolution of AI capabilities by owning the roadmap for fine-tuned model variants, integrating customer needs with research inputs, and coordinating cross-functional delivery efforts for c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Transform operations by partnering with the CEO to enhance leadership effectiveness, streamline processes, and implement AI solutions across the organization, ensuring efficient communication and deci...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate financial planning by owning forecasting and budgeting for a fast-scaling, multi-entity group. Collaborate with leadership to drive insights and build scalable FP&A processes that enhance deci...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $110K *

Drive the statistical design and analysis of research studies, ensuring robust data management and reproducibility. Collaborate with investigators to interpret results and produce publishable reports...

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

$83K - $116K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical development by leading analytical projects and supervising a dedicated team. Ensure compliance with industry standards while optimizing processes and methodologies t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$268K - $384K *

Help us drive innovative research at the intersection of machine learning and life sciences, developing foundational models to solve complex biological problems and advance discoveries in the field...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$101K - $114K *

Unlock potential by driving commercialization of innovative technologies in physical sciences. Collaborate with researchers and industry partners to assess inventions, negotiate agreements, and foster...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$242K - $303K *

Join as the primary privacy leader to manage and enhance an enterprise-wide privacy program while navigating complex regulations. Collaborate across departments to drive compliance, innovation, and ef...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading innovative R&D programs that drive product development from concept to commercialization, while mentoring scientists and shaping strategic initiatives in a collaborati...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the success of analytical operations by managing external and internal testing processes, ensuring high-quality deliverables, and fostering collaboration across teams to support innovati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Engineer innovative optimization methods that transform decision-making in critical industries by integrating advanced machine learning techniques with real-world applications, driving impactful chang...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to advancing AI-driven decision-making by developing innovative optimization methods and collaborating with engineers. Engage in high-impact projects across critical industries, transformin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$164K - $282K *

Champion transformative advancements in Real-World Evidence through data analysis, strategic leadership, and cross-functional collaboration while mentoring a team of experts to influence medical innov...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $189K *

Join a team that's advancing oncology drug discovery through innovative multi-omics approaches. Contribute to cutting-edge research in genomics and functional genomics, driving impactful projects in a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $170K *

Elevate product security by implementing secure-by-design principles across software platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance cybersecurity through every phase of the developmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing and overseeing scientific content across multiple therapeutic areas, ensuring high-quality contributions and strategic client interactions to drive growth and innovation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $125K *

Drive innovative preclinical research in neurotrauma, integrating literature and methodologies. Lead projects, conduct assessments, and collaborate with teams to advance understanding of traumatic bra...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of digital strategy by leading cross-channel initiatives, managing projects, and driving innovative solutions that enhance client performance and business results in a dynamic, co...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $160K *

Empower frontier AI labs by transforming ambiguous research goals into actionable experiments. Design and execute post-training loops, analyze model performance, and enhance training data quality to d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's pioneering innovative solid-form strategies for bRo5 molecules. Leverage your expertise in materials science to drive advanced screening approaches and collaborate across discipline...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Drive strategic partnerships and operational excellence, ensuring customer satisfaction and growth while collaborating with executive leaders and stakeholders in a dynamic research environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $223K *

Lead cross-functional CMLRs, providing regulatory support and guidance for products. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, manage projects, and influence marketing strategies while staying curr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of clinical research by leading statistical analysis and project management, ensuring quality deliverables, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance client satisfactio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $149K *

Advance scientific projects in brain health by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring timely deliverables, and fostering collaboration. Utilize project management best practices to support funding...

4 days ago

  •   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.