Postdoctoral Scientist Jobs

Explore postdoctoral scientist jobs for experienced researchers ready to advance scientific discovery and grow their careers. Postdoctoral scientists conduct specialized research, analyze data, publish findings, and collaborate with academic, clinical, government, and industry teams. Browse vetted opportunities on Ladders, including roles with compensation of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Postdoctoral Scientist Do?

Postdoctoral scientists typically lead or contribute to research projects after completing a doctoral degree. Depending on the role and field, responsibilities may include designing experiments, developing research methods, managing laboratory or computational workflows, interpreting results, preparing manuscripts and grant materials, and presenting findings. Many positions also involve mentoring students or coordinating with multidisciplinary collaborators.

Where Postdoctoral Scientists Work

Postdoctoral scientists work in universities, research institutes, hospitals, government laboratories, biotechnology companies, pharmaceutical organizations, and other research-focused employers. Their specialties may include molecular biology, neuroscience, immunology, genetics, chemistry, biomedical engineering, data science, and related fields. Industry and translational research roles can offer opportunities to apply scientific expertise to product development and real-world challenges.

Qualifications and Career Development

Most postdoctoral scientist roles require a Ph.D. or another relevant doctoral degree, along with research experience aligned to the position. Employers may seek expertise in particular techniques, instruments, programming languages, or subject areas, as well as strong communication and project-management skills. A postdoctoral appointment can deepen subject-matter expertise and build a foundation for careers in academia, industry, government, and scientific leadership.

Find Postdoctoral Scientist Opportunities on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover vetted professional research opportunities, review role requirements, and compare positions that match your experience and goals. Search postdoctoral scientist jobs by specialty, employer, or location to find opportunities aligned with your next career step. Compensation and eligibility vary by posting, so review each listing for current details.

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$140K - $190K *

Join a team that's transforming clinical trials through advanced data science. Drive the development of predictive models and machine learning algorithms to enhance patient enrollment and trial manage...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive advancements in operational wave modeling by enhancing predictive capabilities, integrating innovative AI techniques, and collaborating across sectors to protect coastal communities and improve...

College Park, MDRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $210K *

Drive regulatory strategy and leadership in a dynamic biotech environment, ensuring compliance and advancing innovative RNA-based therapeutics through effective global regulatory submissions and stake...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$61K - $122K *

Transform clinical genetic curation by collaborating cross-functionally to enhance genomic testing, ensuring compliance with guidelines while supporting innovative health initiatives and improving pat...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Strategize your career by advancing data science and predictive analytics solutions for the Navy. Collaborate with experts to enhance safety through innovative modeling while leveraging military exper...

Norfolk, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$177K - $338K *

Help us advance women's health through innovative clinical trial strategies, where you will conduct, support, and report on global studies for cutting-edge compounds, ensuring adherence to regulatory...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $140K *

Innovate with advanced analytics and AI to transform enterprise data into actionable insights, driving impactful decisions in Clinical Development and Operations. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$199K - $276K *

Drive enhancements to our unsecured underwriting models through rigorous research and experimentation. Collaborate with engineering teams to translate findings into scalable solutions that improve cre...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform healthcare insights by leading end-to-end quantitative market research. Collaborate with pharmaceutical teams to design impactful studies, analyze data, and deliver actionable recommendation...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $102K *

Lead the charge in quality assurance within a groundbreaking team, innovating processes and systems that deliver cutting-edge cell therapy solutions, ensuring compliance and excellence throughout ever...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Transform healthcare by developing and deploying advanced ML models that enhance real-world efficacy. Collaborate with clinical and engineering teams to enable data-driven decision-making and deliver...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $122K *

Unlock potential by providing expert support and training in immunoassays, enhancing customer relationships and driving product usage through technical presentations and hands-on assistance in diverse...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead key clinical trial operations, from start-up to enrollment, ensuring regulatory compliance and data integrity while collaborating closely with investigators and managing resources effectively to...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$81K - $138K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative toxicological assessments and analyses, guiding multidisciplinary teams to address complex regulatory challenges while enhancing environmental health impact th...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's advancing oncology solutions by managing global clinical trials. Lead project execution from protocol development to study closeout, ensuring quality and compliance while fostering...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Empower business strategies as a Data Scientist by analyzing complex data sets, developing predictive models, and collaborating with diverse teams to drive data insights and innovation...

Richmond, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Unlock insights through quantitative analysis and research, shaping energy policy scenarios while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance philanthropic grantmaking efforts and present findings thro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Lead decision science projects, guiding teams and delivering data-driven solutions for Federal clients using machine learning and optimization techniques. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure impac...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Play a key role in transforming raw data into actionable insights by building machine-learning systems. Collaborate across teams to analyze complex datasets and create innovative models for logistics...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$112K - $222K *

Empower the clinical site management team from initiation to closure, ensuring effective monitoring and sponsor engagement. Drive results while fostering a collaborative and professional environment...

Durham, NCRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $199K *

Join a team that's committed to transparency in clinical trials, ensuring compliance with global disclosure regulations. This role blends operational and strategic tasks, fostering collaboration and q...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Champion a pioneering research program that drives clarity in AI policy communications through rigorous qualitative and quantitative studies, fostering impactful recommendations across diverse teams...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Innovate in AI research by driving cutting-edge projects in cybersecurity. Leverage your expertise in LLMs and model evaluation to translate complex challenges into actionable insights, collaborating...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $195K *

Elevate research standards in home performance by leading SCORE's development and improvement. Collaborate with experts to integrate innovative methodologies and ensure alignment with industry best pr...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications are commonly required for postdoctoral scientist jobs?question toggle

    Most positions require a Ph.D. or a related doctoral degree and research experience relevant to the role. Specific technical, computational, or subject-area expertise may also be required.

  • Where can postdoctoral scientists find jobs?question toggle

    Postdoctoral scientists work at universities, research institutes, hospitals, government laboratories, biotechnology companies, pharmaceutical organizations, and other research-focused employers.

  • What are typical postdoctoral scientist responsibilities?question toggle

    Responsibilities may include designing and conducting research, analyzing data, maintaining research workflows, writing papers or grant materials, presenting findings, and collaborating with colleagues.

  • Can postdoctoral scientist roles pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some postdoctoral scientist and related research positions may meet or exceed $100,000, depending on the employer, location, specialty, and seniority. Review individual job listings for compensation details.

  • How can I find a postdoctoral scientist job on Ladders?question toggle

    Search Ladders for postdoctoral scientist roles and refine your search by specialty, employer, or location. Review each listing’s qualifications, responsibilities, and compensation information.