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.
$117K - $201K *
Drive innovation in AI and generative systems to enhance scientific workflows across Therapeutics Development & Supply. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable AI solutions that su...
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Elevate your career by designing and deploying AI solutions that enhance scientific workflows in Therapeutics Development. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and improve patient outcomes thr...
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Electrical Engineer/Scientist (Ph.D.)
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Elevate your career by solving complex electrical engineering challenges. Collaborate with a dynamic team on diverse projects in power systems, renewable energy, and consumer products, while shaping y...
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Member of Technical Staff - Software Engineering
$130K - $160K *
Advance your career by developing innovative software solutions that enhance AI-driven drug discovery, drive impactful projects, and collaborate across diverse teams to optimize performance and delive...
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Member of Technical Staff - Software Engineering
$120K - $145K *
Innovate with us to craft state-of-the-art software that enhances AI-driven molecular design, supporting scientists and streamlining lab operations in an evolving tech landscape...
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Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring radiation safety and quality in clinical settings. As a Medical Physicist, you'll apply physics principles to protect patients and enhance radiological procedu...
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Member of Technical Staff - Software Engineering
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Unlock your potential by contributing to cutting-edge software solutions that enhance AI applications in drug discovery, collaborating with an innovative team to drive impactful projects...
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Senior Scientist, Polymer Chemist
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Unlock innovation as a Senior Scientist in Polymer Chemistry, driving research and development of advanced materials for semiconductor applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translat...
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Shape the future of public health by leading radiological assessments and providing expert guidance on radiation dosimetry. Collaborate with federal and state agencies to enhance safety and response s...
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Lead advanced radiation studies and provide expert guidance on public health issues. Collaborate with federal agencies and partners to develop strategic initiatives that enhance radiation safety and i...
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Manager/Sr. Manager, Analytical Development
$153K - $185K *
Empower teams in analytical development and quality control to ensure compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate closely with cross-functional groups to advance clinical asset goals and suppor...
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Senior Applied Scientist, Frontier AI Tooling
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Join a team that's shaping the future of AI solutions by tackling complex problems, collaborating with stakeholders, and deploying innovative models that enhance business outcomes and customer experie...
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Lead the charge in developing a next-gen AI analytics platform, leveraging cutting-edge tools for rapid prototyping and validation while ensuring data integrity and operational excellence across R&D i...
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Associate Director, Downstream Process Development
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Unlock potential by leading downstream process development and production operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive timelines and ensure compliance, while fostering strong relations...
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Raven StealthCo - Scientist/Senior Scientist, Biology and Pharmacology
$110K - $160K *
Champion innovative pharmacology strategies to drive in vitro and in vivo studies, ensuring rigorous data quality and project success. Collaborate across teams to advance oligonucleotide therapies tar...
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Director, Regulatory Technology
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Shape the future of regulatory technology by leading strategic initiatives that enhance compliance, efficiency, and insight-driven operations across Regulatory Affairs and Medical Writing, ensuring se...
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Unlock potential by supporting the Executive Director in strategic decision-making, operational efficiency, and external stakeholder engagement to drive effective organizational growth and performance...
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Pioneer organizational excellence by supporting the Executive Director, streamlining decision-making, and driving operational initiatives. Bring your expertise to enhance team performance and ensure s...
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Join us to drive the development and optimization of innovative diagnostic assays, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance patient care in autoimmune and liver diseases while ensuring com...
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$110K - $190K *
Transform the future of remote sensing by leading research and algorithm development. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance EO/IR systems, applying advanced analytics to support critical...
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Director, Signal Detection Scientist
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Lead signal detection initiatives in pharmacovigilance, ensuring systematic evaluation of safety signals for innovative products. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement data-driven surveillance st...
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Director, Signal Detection Scientist
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Lead the charge in innovative safety surveillance strategies, ensuring proactive signal detection for complex pharmaceutical products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive insights, influe...
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Director, Signal Detection Scientist
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Lead innovative signal detection strategies for post-marketing safety data, enhancing safety surveillance. Collaborate across teams to evaluate emerging safety signals, ensuring high-quality analysis...
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Join a team that's revolutionizing healthcare by building scalable AI infrastructure that powers advanced healthcare solutions while ensuring top-tier reliability and performance in critical environme...
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Hans G. Dehmelt and David J. Thouless Postdoctoral Fellowships
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Join a prestigious fellowship program supporting early career researchers in experimental and theoretical physics. Contribute to groundbreaking research with a competitive salary and dedicated funding...
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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.