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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$80K - $95K *

Analyze materials and provide technical expertise to support R&D, product development, and quality improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate performance issues and drive data...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $224K *

Optimize regulatory CMC strategies for antibody-drug conjugates and biologics, leading cross-functional teams to meet milestones in both development and post-approval phases while ensuring compliance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $138K *

Transform your career by leading interdisciplinary teams in environmental permitting, providing strategic guidance on regulatory compliance, and mentoring junior staff to drive innovative solutions fo...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by supporting clinical studies through scientific expertise, operational delivery, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure successful tri...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team in Analytical R&D, developing and optimizing methods for pharmaceutical projects. Leverage your expertise in analytical techniques to ensure compliance and quality in a fast-paced...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

Transform healthcare as you lead product safety evaluations, guide teams, and influence decisions for innovative treatments. Leverage your expertise to drive impactful safety strategies in a dynamic...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

Drive innovative safety strategies as an Associate Director leading safety evaluations and analyses for drug development. Collaborate cross-functionally to support product safety management and regula...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $190K *

Drive revenue growth and market expansion by engaging with MFMs and OB/GYNs. Build strong relationships, execute strategic business plans, and support product launches while providing clinical experti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $190K *

Engage directly with MFM and OB/GYN professionals to drive revenue growth and market expansion through strategic relationships and product support, impacting both established and new product launches...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

Take ownership of product safety assessments, leading scientific evaluations to ensure compliance and drive safety strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence decisions and support...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$157K - $191K *

Transform analytical strategies and lead complex programs in Cell Therapy, ensuring compliance and innovation in method validation, transfer, and performance optimization while collaborating with cros...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $130K *

Elevate your career by driving engineering excellence and innovation in product certification. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality, reliability, and performance of medical devic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Unlock your potential by leading data-driven marketing strategies, predictive modeling, and experimentation to solve complex business challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cus...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$20K - $200K *

Join a team that's pioneering research in brain disorders, utilizing advanced techniques in molecular biology and electrophysiology. Collaborate on innovative studies, mentor junior researchers, and c...

1 week ago

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

$63K - $200K *

Empower groundbreaking neuroscience research by developing optical tools to study neural circuits. Collaborate with a dynamic team to explore motor actions and enhance lab capabilities through advance...

2 weeks ago

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

$20K - $200K *

Join a dynamic research team investigating host-pathogen interactions in metabolic and autoimmune diseases. Lead independent projects, conduct experiments, and analyze data while contributing to grant...

2 weeks ago

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

$20K - $200K *

Lead innovative research efforts to identify metabolic weaknesses in KRAS-driven lung cancer. Collaborate with the Principal Investigator to conduct experiments, validate targets, and prepare impactfu...

3 weeks ago

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

$20K - $200K *

Unlock potential as a Postdoctoral Associate, driving innovative epilepsy research. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team to explore neural mechanisms, utilizing advanced techniques in electrophysio...

3 weeks ago

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

$156K - $247K *

Empower your career by leading innovative health economic modeling for oncology, driving strategic insights into product value across diverse global markets. Collaborate closely with cross-functional...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $247K *

Join a team that's shaping health economics by developing predictive models and strategic insights to quantify the value of oncology products, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external le...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $130K *

Reimagine product development by applying a systems-level approach to optimize technologies and solve complex scientific challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $140K *

Empower healthcare innovation by deploying and supporting cutting-edge digital pathology systems. Collaborate with IT teams and engineers to ensure seamless integration and reliability of Linux-based...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Transform the future of digital pathology by deploying and supporting Linux-based systems in clinical environments. Collaborate with IT teams and engineers to ensure reliability and performance for cr...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $155K *

Elevate biomedicine coverage by guiding reporters and shaping stories. Collaborate with multimedia teams and supervise staff to engage a diverse readership through innovative storytelling and effectiv...

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

$195K - $230K *

Lead strategy and execution for a multi-institution consortium focused on ADMET prediction. Collaborate with partners, drive community engagement, and oversee assay development while managing a cross...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.