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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing digital twins to enhance clinical trial design and support evidence-based decisions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate clinical questions into quantit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Engineer robust data frameworks for AI/ML, transforming design and simulation data into reliable datasets that fuel high-impact engineering decisions and model validation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $108K *

Discover impactful opportunities as you manage scientific projects, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and foster industry partnerships to advance research and scholarship efforts within a vibrant ac...

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

$72K - $108K *

Transform research initiatives as a Research Project Manager, leveraging your expertise in microbiome science to lead program coordination, grant writing, and industry partnerships, while driving impa...

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

$80K - $100K *

Manage strategic communications by developing impactful content across multiple channels, serving diverse audiences from donors to the public. Drive editorial leadership, digital engagement, and brand...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$270K - $500K *

Unlock innovative AI solutions as a Staff or Principal Machine Learning Engineer, focusing on research, optimization, and deployment of advanced ML systems. Drive the evolution of intelligent applicat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Analyze and validate datasets for AI/ML model performance, ensuring accuracy and reliability in engineering design decisions and building efficient ETL pipelines using Azure tools...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in transforming engineering design data into reliable AI/ML insights. Drive innovation by validating model performance and ensuring data quality in a collaborative team focused on adva...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $170K *

Champion the design and fabrication of prototype devices to assess novel materials. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop processes that drive innovative material discovery with high ef...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Develop innovative computational methods for analyzing single-cell genomics datasets. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance research in cancer immunology and neuroscience while contributing to op...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Advance pharmaceutical research by applying solid-state NMR techniques to characterize materials, plan experiments, and collaborate with scientists to solve complex problems in a dynamic lab environme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $125K *

Lead innovative preclinical studies in medical device biocompatibility, overseeing protocol development, execution, and reporting while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Eng...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $260K *

Advance your career by leading global product management for AI-enabled diagnostic assays. Collaborate cross-functionally to define strategies, drive product lifecycle, and deliver innovative solution...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $260K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of AI-enabled diagnostics, driving product strategy and lifecycle management for innovative solutions in precision medicine. Collaborate cross-functionally to d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $260K *

Drive product strategy and lifecycle for AI-enabled diagnostics, collaborating cross-functionally to deliver innovative solutions in precision medicine. Leverage clinical insights and market research...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $260K *

Elevate your career by leading global product management for AI-enabled diagnostics. Drive product strategy, engage stakeholders, and deliver innovative solutions that enhance precision medicine and s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $260K *

Transform the landscape of AI-enabled diagnostics by leading product strategy and lifecycle management for cutting-edge solutions in precision medicine. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innov...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$293K - $325K *

Transform experimentation methodologies and drive technical strategy to enhance reliability and usability across teams. Collaborate on statistical rigor, and build scalable solutions to complex challe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in data-driven healthcare improvement by analyzing complex datasets, producing innovative reports and dashboards, and employing predictive modeling techniques to optimize patient outco...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $250K *

Inspire the development of advanced analytics by leading the design and implementation of machine learning and statistical algorithms, optimizing data-driven solutions for complex datasets, and foster...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead clinical trials and mentor staff, ensuring compliance and excellence in research. Drive strategic growth while fostering collaboration and innovation in a fast-paced en...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$193K - $250K *

The Senior Data Scientist - Forward Deployed Engineer will work directly with clients to build and deploy AI-powered solutions, managing projects from scoping to deployment. This hybrid role combines...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $115K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic team focused on developing innovative point-of-care diagnostic assays. This hands-on role involves optimizing assay performance and troubleshooting in a GMP environme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $187K *

Join a team that's advancing cutting-edge research by applying mass spectrometry technologies to uncover novel biological insights and develop innovative drug discovery approaches, collaborating acros...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion proactive health innovation by designing models that forecast health dynamics and unify multimodal data. Collaborate with a dynamic team to transform unique datasets into actionable insights...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.