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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Scientist Academic Research- School of Medicine, Medical Oncology
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your research career by leading innovative projects and mentoring teams. Collaborate with experts to design and conduct experiments, analyze data, and contribute to groundbreaking publications...
1 week ago
Assay Development Scientist, IHC
$90K - $130K *
Join us to lead innovative projects in assay development, focusing on Immunohistochemistry (IHC). Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive research and diagnostic product development while ens...
1 week ago
Research Scientist, Radiopharmacology
$81K - $150K *
Join a team that's advancing personalized medicine by conducting radiochemistry research. You'll perform radiolabeling, analyze data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product devel...
1 week ago
Sr. Scientist I, Analytical Sciences
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of analytical development by leading innovative methods for synthetic molecules. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance drug characterization and regulatory submissions, e...
Yesterday
Senior Manager, Clinical Scientist, Genetics Medicine
$150K - $245K *
Drive your career forward by leading clinical strategy and execution in genetics medicine. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate genetic insights into innovative treatments, making a me...
5 days ago
Senior Manager, Clinical Scientist, Genetics Medicine
$150K - $245K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in clinical genetics medicine, contributing to early clinical development and translating genetic insights into new treatments. Collaborate with cross-functional...
5 days ago
Senior Manager, Clinical Scientist, Genetics Medicine
$150K - $245K *
Drive your career with a pivotal role in clinical strategy and execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate genetic insights into innovative treatments, while ensuring compliance...
5 days ago
$70K - $110K *
Join us to support antibody discovery by operating automated liquid handling systems, performing high-throughput PCR, and isolating therapeutic antibodies in a dynamic lab environment. Your expertise...
Yesterday
Principal Experimental Scientist
$150K - $180K *
Lead the design and deployment of plasma diagnostics for fusion generators, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure high data fidelity and operational efficiency. Drive technical innovat...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Principal Research Associate, Analytical Development
$89K - $143K *
Partner with us to execute analytical control strategies for vaccine programs. Support regulatory readiness and interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring high-quality documentation and compliance with...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Principal Research Associate, Analytical Development
$89K - $143K *
Transform microbiological method development for mRNA vaccines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize, validate, and implement robust microbiological methods, ensuring high standards in...
2 weeks ago
Senior Research Associate, Histology
$85K - $95K *
Contribute to the development and execution of histology assays on CNS tissue, ensuring accurate quantification and analysis to support gene editing programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams t...
1 week ago
Sr. Scientist, Discovery Biology
$120K - $145K *
Drive early drug discovery programs by collaboratively designing and executing cell-based assays, analyzing results, and ensuring compliance with lab practices while contributing to biology strategy a...
3 weeks ago
Senior Scientist, Bioconjugation & Targeted Nanomedicine
$142K - $172K *
Empower innovation in targeted nanomedicine by driving bioconjugation strategies and optimizing delivery systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to unlock new therapeutic possibilities and e...
2 weeks ago
Scientist, Integrated Computational and Experimental Inflammation Discovery
$123K - $166K *
Join a dynamic team to drive inflammation discovery through innovative wet-lab studies and computational analysis, integrating omics data to enhance understanding of disease biology and therapeutic ta...
Yesterday
Scientist, Integrated Computational and Experimental Inflammation Discovery
$123K - $166K *
Join a team that's pioneering inflammation discovery by integrating computational and experimental approaches. Contribute to project planning, data analysis, and therapeutic hypothesis refinement whil...
1 week ago
Principal Scientist / Associate Director, Developability & Protein Sciences
$175K - $215K *
Unlock potential by leading protein sciences for bispecific antibody programs. Manage a team, oversee developability screening, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive therapeutic advancements and...
5 days ago
Senior Data Scientist / Analyst, Institutional
$200K - $300K *
Join a team that's redefining analytics for institutional relationships. Leverage your expertise in data science and trading to support strategic partnerships and drive business growth in a dynamic en...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Principal Scientist - Bioanalytical Outsourcing
$128K - $210K *
Drive bioanalytical excellence by overseeing CRO collaborations for PK, immunogenicity, and biomarker analysis, ensuring compliance with GLP/GCLP standards while managing assay development and reporti...
Yesterday
$143K - $194K *
Join a team that designs and executes cutting-edge experiments to investigate ADME properties of large and small molecule therapeutics, advancing drug discovery and development through innovative assa...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Transform the future of quantum technology by developing ultraprecise devices for navigation and communications. Engage in hands-on prototyping and deployment, contributing to innovative solutions fro...
4 days ago
Senior/Principal Associate Scientist, Mammalian Physiology
$130K - $161K *
Join a dynamic team to advance research on mammalian stress responses and disease. Leverage your expertise in in vivo studies and cell culture to drive impactful projects while collaborating across di...
Today
Sr. Scientist, Antibody Discovery and Engineering
$130K - $209K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of antibody discovery. Drive innovation in therapeutic design and engineering, working collaboratively to advance groundbreaking treatments in oncology and autoimmu...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $140K *
Join a team that's advancing pharmaceutical technology transfer and quality control through analytical excellence, method validation, and leadership in a dynamic, compliance-focused environment. Drive...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Join a dynamic team to perform advanced embryology techniques and research, ensuring high-quality patient care and data management in a clinical laboratory setting. Collaborate with professionals to e...
6 days ago
What qualifications are commonly required for postdoctoral scientist jobs?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Search Ladders for postdoctoral scientist roles and refine your search by specialty, employer, or location. Review each listing’s qualifications, responsibilities, and compensation information.