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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$108K - $222K *

Transform the future of biotherapeutics by leading analytics for diverse biologics, guiding a passionate team, and driving innovation with cutting-edge techniques in Physical Chemistry Analytics and M...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $121K *

Partner with us to push the boundaries of terahertz cavity antiferromagnonics. Drive innovative research in spintronics and terahertz systems for advanced information processing and communication tech...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Manage preclinical ophthalmology studies, providing scientific leadership and project oversight. Design and execute studies, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality results while collaborating...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of biomedical discovery by leveraging AI, bioinformatics, and software engineering. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop innovative models and systems that enhance patient care...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $175K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI applications in biomedical discovery, focusing on machine learning, agentic AI, and software engineering. Collaborate with experts to drive impactful research and deve...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $210K *

Accelerate your career by supporting clinical studies and collaborating with experts to enhance drug development. Contribute to innovative research while ensuring compliance and data integrity in a dy...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$174K - $252K *

Unlock potential by conducting cutting-edge AI research in health technology, focusing on wearables and mobile platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $170K *

Contribute to the advancement of functional materials by designing and integrating custom instruments, enhancing lab capabilities, and driving innovative experimental workflows in a fast-paced R&D env...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $110K *

Drive the growth of innovative Multi-omics services by managing product strategy, aligning sales and lab operations, and enhancing client relationships to ensure seamless delivery and continuous impro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $98K *

Join our team to perform routine analytical testing, support method qualification, and enhance laboratory efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $245K *

Lead the charge in advancing nonclinical development programs and safety strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and partners while ensuring compliance with global regulatory guidelines to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $240K *

Architect innovative clinical strategies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the execution and analysis of clinical studies, ensuring high-quality data delivery and alignment with dev...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $126K *

Empower our Bioanalytical Sciences team by conducting molecular assays and supporting innovative research efforts in a fast-paced environment. Contribute to qPCR, ddPCR, NGS, and more, enhancing cell...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K *

Drive innovative research as a postdoctoral fellow in computational biology, engaging in software development, theoretical modeling, and interdisciplinary collaboration to advance biomolecular design...

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

$106K - $122K *

Drive product innovation as an R&D Product Development Scientist, utilizing your PhD expertise to enhance formulations. Collaborate cross-functionally to turn scientific insights into impactful consum...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$350K - $500K *

Advance the post-training stack for AI models by optimizing techniques and ensuring model quality, safety, and performance. Collaborate across research and engineering to implement innovative methodol...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$350K - $500K *

Unlock potential by implementing and optimizing advanced post-training techniques for AI models, driving improvements in quality and safety while collaborating across teams to enhance production capab...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's pivotal in advancing neurotechnology through in vivo operations. Leverage your surgical expertise in rodents to execute studies, optimize workflows, and deliver high-quality, reprod...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Lead innovation in generative video modeling, guiding technical strategy and decision-making while enhancing team output and translating research into actionable, deployable systems for advanced robot...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Explore scientific validation of product safety and efficacy claims through research and analysis, supporting development and collaboration while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Foster...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $125K *

Contribute to innovative dairy product development by leading projects from concept to commercialization, utilizing advanced food science techniques and collaborating with cross-functional teams to me...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$165K - $206K *

Drive early discovery initiatives in a dynamic biotech environment, leading innovative therapeutic programs and collaborating across teams to advance impactful solutions in Immuno-Oncology and Immunol...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform early phase clinical trials by leading design, execution, and oversight. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and data integrity while managing project performance an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in organic chemistry by designing and synthesizing compounds for novel ophthalmic medicines, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to drive research advancements and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$350K - $500K *

Join a dynamic Post-Training team to implement and enhance cutting-edge techniques that improve model quality, safety, and performance of AI systems, directly impacting user experiences in production...

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  •   Less than 5 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.