Postdoctoral Research Associate Jobs

Explore postdoctoral research associate jobs for experienced researchers ready to deepen their expertise and contribute to important scientific and scholarly work. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles in universities, research institutes, healthcare, biotechnology, and industry. Browse openings that match your discipline, research interests, and career goals.

What Does a Postdoctoral Research Associate Do?

Postdoctoral research associates conduct advanced research under the guidance of a principal investigator or research team. Responsibilities may include designing experiments or studies, analyzing data, preparing publications and grant materials, presenting findings, and mentoring students or junior researchers. The specific work varies by field, institution, and project.

Common Qualifications and Skills

Most postdoctoral roles require a doctoral degree, such as a Ph.D., M.D., or an equivalent qualification relevant to the discipline. Employers may seek expertise in particular research methods, laboratory techniques, statistical analysis, or specialized software. Strong communication, collaboration, project management, and scientific writing skills are also valuable.

Postdoctoral Career Opportunities

Postdoctoral experience can help researchers build a publication record, expand technical skills, and develop professional collaborations. Depending on their background and interests, postdocs may pursue faculty positions, research leadership, or roles in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, government, and other research-focused organizations.

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Use Ladders to explore vetted postdoctoral research associate opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare positions by specialty, location, employer, and experience requirements, and find a role that supports your next professional step.

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$64K - $100K *

Grow your career with innovative cybersecurity research, transitioning findings to production, mentoring peers, and securing funding through grant proposals. Collaborate in a dynamic lab environment t...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $83K *

Partner with us to advance our understanding of autoimmune diseases through innovative research, focusing on T1D. Lead cutting-edge experiments while collaborating with experts and developing skills f...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K *

Transform your research career by joining a dynamic team focused on functional genomics and gene editing. Collaborate with experts to explore human genetic variation and its impact on gene expression...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K *

Elevate your career as a Postdoctoral Research Associate, collaborating with a dynamic team to explore human genetic variation's impact on gene expression and phenotypes through innovative research in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $119K *

Drive innovation in advanced sensing systems for earth science and renewable energy. Lead interdisciplinary projects focused on environmental impact studies and material design, while generating intel...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $119K *

Explore innovative sensing systems for earth science and renewable energy. Lead interdisciplinary projects focused on acoustic design, environmental impact studies, and advanced signal processing to e...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Drive impactful research by collaborating with analysts to analyze biotechnology companies, build financial models, and produce insightful reports, while engaging with industry leaders and investors t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$73K - $120K *

Advance your scientific career by conducting innovative research under expert mentorship. Engage in fundamental questions, publish findings, and collaborate with industry leaders in a dynamic environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $110K *

Drive innovation in theoretical and computational methods for X-ray interactions with materials. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to translate complex theories into simulations, enhancing expe...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $110K *

Lead the charge in innovative AI research, focusing on data integration and visualization. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop open-source tools, mentor students, and publish findings, driving...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $110K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic research team focused on AI-driven methods for data discovery and integration. Contribute to innovative projects, mentor students, and publish your findings in a...

1 week ago

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

$85K *

Join a team that's pioneering biomaterials research by developing innovative computational and experimental studies. Collaborate with experts to advance therapeutic interventions and contribute to gro...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$85K *

Join us to design and execute cutting-edge research in translational immunology. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop computational models and perform experimental studies, advancing th...

2 weeks ago

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

$84K *

Drive innovative research in neuroscience, enhancing our understanding of brain function through collaborative projects and advanced techniques in a dynamic lab environment...

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3 weeks ago

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

$74K - $122K *

Transform the future of robotics by conducting cutting-edge research in embodied AI and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions and publish impactful findings...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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...

2 weeks ago

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

$58K - $107K *

Transform scientific research into impactful healthcare solutions by designing and executing experiments, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive project success and inn...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $114K *

Drive high-quality lentivirus production by executing scalable protocols, ensuring consistency and efficiency across teams. Collaborate on process optimization and maintain rigorous documentation to s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $95K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to advance genetic medicines through in vitro experiments, nucleic acid generation, and data analysis, contributing to innovative therapies in a collaborative resear...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $119K *

Join a dynamic team to explore molecular-scale science using advanced X-ray scattering methods. Conduct experiments at leading facilities, analyze complex datasets, and collaborate with experts to adv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $143K *

Innovate in computational structural biology by developing bioinformatic methods to predict protein-protein interactions in host-pathogen systems, leveraging evolutionary and structural data within an...

6 days ago

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

$99K - $110K *

Champion innovative mineral recovery by designing bio-derived chelators and polymers. Engage in interdisciplinary research, develop separation processes, and mentor junior researchers while contributi...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $110K *

Optimize and validate expansion microscopy protocols on brain tissue, enhancing throughput and quality while maintaining meticulous documentation and implementing troubleshooting techniques to foster...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $96K *

Elevate oral care research by leveraging advanced bioinformatics and statistical analysis to transform complex omics data into actionable insights that enhance product development and improve health o...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a postdoctoral research associate do?question toggle

    A postdoctoral research associate conducts advanced research, often as part of a team led by a principal investigator. Typical duties include designing studies, collecting and analyzing data, publishing results, presenting findings, and mentoring students or junior colleagues.

  • What degree do you need to become a postdoctoral research associate?question toggle

    Most positions require a doctoral degree, such as a Ph.D., M.D., or an equivalent degree in a relevant field. Requirements vary by discipline, employer, and research project.

  • Where do postdoctoral research associates work?question toggle

    They work at universities, research institutes, hospitals, government agencies, and private-sector organizations such as biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies.

  • What career paths can follow a postdoctoral position?question toggle

    Postdoctoral researchers may move into faculty or independent research roles, research leadership, or industry positions in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, government, and related fields.

  • How can I find postdoctoral research associate jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional job listings paying $100,000 or more. Filter opportunities by research specialty, location, employer, and other preferences.