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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$150K - $180K *

Accelerate plasma modeling through advanced machine learning techniques, contributing cross-disciplinary research that enhances experimental design and operational efficiency in fusion power developme...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $230K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-value capital projects in life sciences, driving strategic execution and operational excellence while mentoring teams and fostering client relationships to enhance p...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading high-value capital projects in life sciences. Drive strategic initiatives, mentor teams, and ensure operational excellence while delivering impactful results across mult...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $230K *

Shape strategic direction and oversee high-value capital projects in life sciences, ensuring operational excellence and driving business impact through cross-functional leadership and mentorship...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Engineer innovative optimization methods that transform decision-making in critical industries by integrating advanced machine learning techniques with real-world applications, driving impactful chang...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to advancing AI-driven decision-making by developing innovative optimization methods and collaborating with engineers. Engage in high-impact projects across critical industries, transformin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$69K - $105K *

Elevate your research career by conducting impactful studies that enhance crisis services. Collaborate with experts to analyze data, develop tools, and contribute to vital evaluations that support the...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $265K *

Shape the future of oncology by leading clinical studies in early-phase development. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive innovative therapies and ensure high-quality execution of clinica...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $256K *

Lead the charge in delivering advanced quantitative solutions across product lifecycles, collaborating with cross-functional teams to shape scientific strategy and drive impactful decision-making in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$106K - $176K *

Innovate in the field of particulate materials characterization and digital sciences to enhance solid oral dosage manufacturing. Lead the development of cutting-edge methodologies and AI-driven analys...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the integrity of biocontainment systems through rigorous testing, decontamination, and certification processes in high-containment laboratory environments, col...

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

$96K - $126K *

Engage in the development and validation of immunogenicity assays, collaborating across teams to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines, enhance assay capabilities, and support innovative therap...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative drug delivery systems and medical devices. Collaborate across disciplines to optimize processes, conduct experiments, and ensure compliance while driving proje...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $175K *

Transform data into actionable insights by conducting thorough research and analysis in the biotech sector. Collaborate with senior analysts to develop investment theses and financial models while sup...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform scientific research through leadership and innovation. Oversee lab operations, conduct experiments, and drive funding initiatives while contributing to groundbreaking publications and managi...

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

$128K - $150K *

Empower our Process Engineering team by leading innovations and scaling commercial assays. Drive enhancements in chemistry processes, mentor junior engineers, and ensure FDA/GMP compliance while optim...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $121K *

Join a team that's pioneering innovative measurement techniques to explore chemical reactivity in water droplets. Collaborate on cutting-edge research using time-resolved optical and X-ray spectroscop...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $185K *

Lead the charge in analytical research and development to drive innovation for therapeutic solutions in oncology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring timely and efficient project deliver...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K *

Drive innovative research in electric power systems, focusing on modeling, dynamics, and grid stability. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to tackle emerging challenges and publish findings i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of cell biology by conducting innovative research, managing lab operations, and mentoring junior scientists. Collaborate on groundbreaking projects to develop therapies for comple...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$93K - $156K *

Lead the charge in advancing vaccine development by applying your expertise in bacterial immunology and immunoassay methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize assays and suppor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $182K *

Deliver expert analytical support for process chemistry, optimizing reactions and developing methods for synthetic molecules. Lead projects, troubleshoot issues, and drive innovation in drug substance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Pioneer innovative research in neurodegeneration and brain immunology, leading experimental studies and collaborating with a dynamic team to advance understanding of vascular factors and neuroglial me...

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

$79K - $209K *

Unlock potential by contributing to innovative research in Molecular, Cell, and Systems Biology. Engage in scholarly projects, leveraging your expertise to advance scientific knowledge and support uni...

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

$268K - $384K *

Transform therapeutic intervention assessments by developing systems that integrate human data and mechanistic models, evaluating clinical programs for efficacy and alignment with biological evidence...

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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.