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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$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in guiding cross-domain AI and data initiatives, while designing seamless data pipelines and empowering teams to deliver actionable insights and scalable data products for maximum busi...

Toronto, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Bring your expertise to lead the design and execution of clinical trials, ensuring compliance and high-quality outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and key opinion leaders, driving strate...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of financial management in R&D. Drive project budgets, forecasts, and insights while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure financial efficiency and...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Champion effective publication strategies and lead scientific communication initiatives, acting as a strategic partner to clients and teams. Navigate complex medical affairs content to drive impactful...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $95K *

Join as a critical team member to manage and enhance productivity platforms, ensuring stability, security, and user satisfaction. Collaborate across teams to drive operational maturity and navigate co...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$223K - $285K *

Drive enterprise growth by leading national strategies for health systems, enhancing market access, and fostering strategic partnerships to ensure the adoption of innovative screening solutions across...

Palo Alto, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $116K *

Tackle complex technical challenges by delivering exceptional field support for bioprocessing products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer satisfaction and drive service excel...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage clinical data throughout study lifecycles, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data strategy and support innovative solu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $166K *

Empower healthcare engagement by leveraging digital tools to connect with providers, enhance patient care, and drive strategic insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate local market...

Wichita Falls, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $142K *

Unlock strategic growth by evaluating and executing M&A opportunities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive financial analysis, market research, and presentations that support corporate de...

Gaithersburg, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Manage territory strategy and drive sales growth by building relationships with healthcare professionals. Deliver product support and identify new business opportunities to expand market presence and...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic leadership role overseeing sales strategies and team development in the Chromatography & Mass Spectrometry sectors, driving revenue growth and customer satisfaction thr...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $95K *

Contribute to public safety operations as a technical expert, enhancing user experience through UAS product demonstrations, training, and support. Travel extensively to engage clients, ensuring operat...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare by engineering seamless data integrations between complex EHR systems and our innovative platform. Empower clinicians with actionable insights to enhance patient care and outcomes...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K *

Champion clinical excellence by leading large teams, ensuring strategic alignment, and driving patient recruitment while mitigating risks in clinical operations for successful study execution...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $123K *

Unlock potential by managing complex contract lifecycles while ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to streamline processes and enhance pricing strat...

Morristown, NJRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing critical technical programs, enhancing research infrastructure while ensuring impactful collaboration across teams. Empower researchers to translate their wor...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's advancing global health by supporting critical clinical trial submissions. In this role, you'll lead regulatory strategies, ensure compliance, and collaborate with diverse teams to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $220K *

Lead the strategy for manufacturing processes, ensuring seamless product transitions from design to production. Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize supplier capabilities while meeting cost...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by engaging advanced physics researchers to design complex problems, develop solutions, and evaluate AI models. Collaborate with teams to enhance understanding across various physics...

New York, NYRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $160K *

Lead the technical direction for inhaled dry powder products, ensuring product performance and manufacturability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to navigate development and regulatory...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic team to ensure clinical excellence across multiple regions, driving project success through strategic management and collaboration while fostering a culture...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Transform client relationships by driving retention and growth in a dynamic SaaS environment. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to maximize product adoption and uncover new opportunities, ensuring...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$126K - $234K *

Unlock potential by designing and delivering innovative training solutions for customer-facing teams, enhancing product knowledge and engagement skills across diverse therapeutic areas and roles...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$268K - $466K *

Champion early clinical development in a dynamic team. Lead clinical research physician role for first-in-human studies, ensuring compliance and collaboration across scientific and regulatory areas to...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.