Discover High-Paying Postdoctoral Scholar Jobs

Welcome to the Postdoctoral Scholar category at Ladders. Here you can explore exciting and well-compensated roles in various areas of expertise. Start your journey towards a rewarding Postdoc career today.

What Do Postdoctoral Scholar Roles Entail?

As a Postdoctoral Scholar, you conduct in-depth research, publish scholarly articles, and contribute to the academic community. With jobs available in various fields of study, the opportunities are vast.

Browse Diverse Job Opportunities

At Ladders, we host Postdoc positions across a diverse set of fields. No matter your area of specialty, discover the perfect role that matches your expertise.

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$65K - $98K *

The SEPS lab at the University of Washington is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to investigate the molecular pathology of autism using genetic mouse models and primary neuronal cell cultures. The candid...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •     Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $135K *

The Associate Research Scientist will work with the College Access and Readiness Research Team to design, conduct, and interpret research focused on improving student access to higher education, parti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

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

$80K - $99K *

The Research Administrator/Fund Manager is responsible for strategic fiscal planning, analysis, budgeting, and management of complex research grants and contracts for the Herbert Wertheim School of Pu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

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

$75K - $90K *

The Research Associate will support the NOAA Northwest Fisheries Science Center in conducting research on current catch share fisheries, focusing on commercial fisheries economics data collection. Thi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$81K - $145K *

The Deputy Executive Director of Programs at the UC Berkeley Labor Center will provide programmatic oversight and coordinate the Labor Center's goals under the supervision of the Executive Director. T...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $250K *

The Learning Policy Institute is seeking a Principal Researcher or Principal Research Manager to lead high-quality research initiatives that inform education policy and improve learning outcomes for c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $145K *

The Senior Director of Policy at the Center for Open Science will lead efforts to shape the reward system for open scholarship by coordinating with various teams and engaging stakeholders. This role r...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$175K - $230K *

The Associate Director/Director, Clinical Scientist for Breast Cancer provides scientific expertise necessary to design and deliver clinical studies, contributing to the development and execution of c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$73K - $96K *

The Research Administrator 3 will independently develop and oversee research proposals, awards, and transactions related to contract and grant management within the Department of Psychology at UC San...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •     Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $150K *

The Industry Research Scientist will create and curate high-quality educational content for Drug Hunter's audience of industry professionals, focusing on the latest trends and breakthroughs in the pha...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $203K *

The Senior Scientist, Applied Bioinformatics at 10x Genomics will serve as a customer-facing expert, providing support and solutions for bioinformatics software and products. This role involves collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $203K *

The Senior Scientist, Applied Bioinformatics at 10x Genomics will serve as a customer-facing expert, providing support and solutions for bioinformatics software and products. This role involves collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $152K *

The Executive Director for Thrive Scholars in Chicago and Cleveland will drive financial support and build relationships with funders and community leaders to enable high-performing local students to...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $99K *

The Research Admin/Fund Manager will provide comprehensive financial analysis and complex fiscal management for pre and post-award sponsored projects administration within the Department of Pediatrics...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $180K *

The Principal Researcher in Health will lead projects focused on advancing equitable, high-quality, patient-centered care through rigorous research and evaluation. This role involves managing teams, d...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$108K - $132K *

The Associate Program Director at Code for America will engage in developing program strategies and lead a team to deliver innovative services aimed at improving government systems. This role involves...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $115K *

The Scientist, Translational Medicine will leverage expertise in transplantation immunology and clinical data to drive innovation in organ health diagnostics. This role involves leading clinical studi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$195K - $205K *

The Principal Clinical Scientist will contribute to the scientific, clinical, and operational aspects of clinical development programs, focusing on protocol-specific activities. This role involves des...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $145K *

The Senior Researcher in Monitoring & Compliance will lead health program implementation and monitoring activities, managing project teams and budgets while providing intellectual leadership. This rol...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$120K - $180K *

The Head of People will be responsible for building and leading the People Function at Asymmetric Research, a boutique security venture. This role involves developing a people strategy, overseeing rec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $173K *

The Lead Research Scientist will spearhead the identification and development of opportunities to enhance healthcare delivery and improve member health outcomes using advanced data science methods. Th...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$126K - $173K *

The Lead Research Scientist will spearhead the identification and development of opportunities to enhance healthcare delivery and improve member health outcomes using advanced data science methods. Th...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $137K *

The Senior Research Scientist will lead advanced analysis of survey and family planning healthcare data in low and middle-income countries, focusing on women's reproductive health. This role involves...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $173K *

The Lead Research Scientist will spearhead the identification and development of opportunities to enhance healthcare delivery and improve member health outcomes through advanced data science and analy...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$126K - $173K *

The Lead Research Scientist will spearhead the identification and development of opportunities to enhance healthcare delivery and improve member health outcomes using advanced data science methods. Th...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Postdoctoral Scholar?question toggle

    A Postdoctoral Scholar is an individual holding a doctoral degree who conducts impactful research, often as a step to transition into a full-time academic position.

  • What job opportunities are available for Postdoctoral Scholars?question toggle

    Postdoctoral Scholars can work in universities, research institutes, and even in industry, leading research projects and publishing their findings in specialist journals.

  • What is the average salary for Postdoctoral Scholars?question toggle

    The compensation varies widely depending on the field and location, but Postdoctoral Scholars can expect to earn a significant salary, especially in high-demand areas of study.