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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$112K - $222K *

Lead the charge in managing clinical site operations, ensuring deliverables meet project goals while building a motivated team and serving as a primary liaison for sponsor interactions throughout the...

Durham, NCRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Manage comprehensive clinical data activities, ensuring oversight from study startup through database lock. Lead cross-functional teams, guarantee vendor performance, and uphold data quality standards...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$194K - $291K *

Lead the strategic and operational execution of companion diagnostic projects in oncology, ensuring alignment with clinical development and regulatory standards while driving cross-functional collabor...

Princeton, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $222K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of housing market forecasting. Collaborate with experts to develop innovative models, extract key features, and communicate insights that drive strategic decision...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$122K *

Elevate your career by managing global projects in Neuroscience, ensuring compliance, budget adherence, and successful collaboration across cross-functional teams to drive milestone achievement and en...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the creation of impactful scientific content, enhancing medical education and patient outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally, mentor writers, and drive excellence in heal...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$201K - $251K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $127K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing health research through innovative statistical analysis and mentoring. Collaborate with investigators to design studies, prepare publications, and present fin...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role that involves conducting in-depth research across various topics, delivering actionable insights, and collaborating with a high-performing team to tackle complex q...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $199K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing neuroscience by driving sales and fostering relationships with healthcare providers. Utilize your expertise to promote innovative migraine therapies and enhan...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Empower the clinical support team by coordinating complex cases, mentoring junior counselors, and enhancing protocols. Your expertise will drive effective communication and quality standards in geneti...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative modeling approaches for power utilization across large-scale infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and optimize re...

Menlo Park, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $172K *

Deliver impactful insights by leveraging deep data science expertise in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Drive client success through innovative machine learning solutions and robust data anal...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $199K *

Explore opportunities to drive sales and engage customers in the Vaccines portfolio through strategic relationship management and effective virtual and in-person interactions, ensuring compliance and...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $150K *

Shape your career by managing clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficiently and effectively...

Boston, MARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Transform the AI landscape by architecting and building the Vector Store GenAI Platform, enhancing document intelligence and retrieval for clinical applications. Collaborate with cross-functional team...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $193K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$169K - $241K *

Design and innovate conversational speech-to-speech models while collaborating with engineering teams to enhance speech technology, improve production pipelines, and engage users across various market...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$198K - $268K *

Lead the global GMP/GDP audit organization, enhancing predictive compliance intelligence while mitigating risks through advanced analytics and effective audit strategies...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$86K - $119K *

Optimize sales strategies and drive growth in life science solutions across Ohio, engaging with academic customers and collaborating with teams to enhance product adoption and exceed targets. Regular...

Ohio, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $199K *

Elevate your career by driving sales and customer engagement in the Vaccines sector. This role combines in-person and virtual interactions to promote products, develop strategies, and build relationsh...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$206K - $268K *

Lead the charge in advancing nephrology clinical programs through strategic design, execution, and analysis of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practices while collaborating wit...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing research through effective contract management and procurement oversight. Lead negotiations, ensure compliance, and support the research community while super...

Lawrence, KSRemote

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Design and implement comprehensive radiation safety programs, ensuring compliance with regulations while providing technical leadership in health physics. Oversee projects related to environmental rem...

Knoxville, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $225K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI in security. Lead the development and adoption of AI infrastructure, driving measurable improvements across security operations while collaborating with cros...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.