
Postdoctoral Fellow
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The Postdoctoral Fellow works with a Principal Investigator to develop and carry out a research project, including laboratory experiments, assay troubleshooting, and coordination of resources. The role provides direction to technologists and trainees, maintains experimental records, communicates research results, and participates in publications and presentations. A PhD or equivalent degree and 4–6 years of postdoctoral training are stated qualifications.
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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Responsibilities MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES * Works with Principal Investigator to develop a research project. * Executes laboratory experiments specific to aims of research. * Troubleshoots assays and customizes experimental tools to answer research questions. * Coordinates external and internal resources necessary for completion of research plan. * Provides direction to Technologists and Trainees. * Generates clear and complete records of experimental work. * Communicates results of research at meetings. * Participates in publication and presentation of research. GENERAL DUTIES * Adheres to BCW, Bio-safety, NRC, OSHA procedures and regulations. * Attends required laboratory meetings. * Maintains currency with information relative to the field of research being performed. * Serves as a resource for techniques, information, instrumentation, interpretation of data, etc. for laboratory personnel * May be expected to help direct the work of Research Technologists. * Operates, calibrates and performs routine maintenance on specialized research equipment. * Prepares solutions, reagents, media or stains necessary for experimental procedures. * May maintain or oversee maintenance of inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment. * May prepare and/or authorize requisitions for ordering supplies and equipment. * Performs other laboratory duties as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards Qualifications Education PhD required equivalent degree required Experience 4-6 years 0 6 years of postdoctoral training required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated ability to independently apply understanding of scientific theory to the structure and execution of research experiments. required Demonstrated ability to interpret and explain the theoretical basis of the work performed. required Ability to perform research procedures independently. required Immediate proficiency in basic and sophisticated experimental tests and procedures. required Exceptional organizational skills. required Strong detail orientation and analytical ability. required Excellent problem solving skills. required Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks and meet deadlines. required Computer literate with an emphasis on graphics, graphing, data management, and statistical applications required Tools and Technology Specialized research equipment required Personal computer required ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://talentwire.org/jq7vHM Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.
How this job compares
Set against the 557 open Postdoctoral Fellow jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 30, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$72–80K/yr354 salary ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 557 open Postdoctoral Fellow jobs across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Postdoctoral Fellow postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years at the median (46 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a doctorate or professional degree; 444 of the 557 open Postdoctoral Fellow jobs (80%) ask for a doctorate or professional degree.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 30, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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