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 - $200K *

Accelerate innovation within pharmaceutical R&D by developing cutting-edge algorithms and models. Collaborate across teams to leverage extensive datasets, drive improvements, and communicate insights...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $210K *

Contribute to groundbreaking research by leveraging advanced machine learning and generative AI to enhance drug R&D processes, collaborating across teams to deliver innovative computational solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $200K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leveraging advanced machine learning and AI techniques. Uncover insights from extensive patient data to drive innovation in drug R&D while collaborating with cross-fu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $210K *

Explore advanced machine learning for drug R&D. Collaborate with teams to innovate algorithms and models, driving insights that enhance pharmaceutical projects and patient care through extensive multi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$106K - $126K *

Transform the future of cellular research by driving high-quality mammalian cell culture processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support early discovery programs and enhance efficiency i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by providing expert epidemiological insights into occupational exposures for military aviation and firefighter data sets, driving impactful research and analysis to enhance safety...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $183K *

Champion innovative AAV manufacturing processes in gene therapy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance early-stage pipeline candidates through purification and platform development, drivi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

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

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$65K - $114K *

Contribute to innovative research by designing and executing experiments focused on targeted protein degradation strategies for sickle cell disease. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the development and dissemination of health economic evidence to support healthcare decision-making. Collaborate globally with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent v...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $92K *

Create innovative research solutions in type 1 diabetes by managing tissue sample processing and data generation. Lead a team in spatial transcriptomics and multi-omics studies, ensuring high-quality...

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

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $174K *

Pioneer innovative imaging analytics in oncology, transforming trial data into actionable insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance AI capabilities and drive clinical decisions, impacting patient...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $174K *

Drive innovation in medical imaging AI to enhance oncology clinical decisions. Collaborate across teams to develop quantitative metrics and insights, transforming trial data into impactful clinical ap...

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  •   Less than 5 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.