Postdoctoral Associate Jobs
Postdoctoral Associate jobs are open across universities, research institutes, biotech, and government laboratories, from early postdoc to senior research associate level, with specializations in molecular biology, computational science, and materials research. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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The University of Miami/UHealth Office of the Dean has an exciting opportunity for a full time Postdoctoral Associate to work at the UHealth campus in Miami, Fl.
CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Postdoctoral Associate performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff. Moreover, the Postdoctoral Associate promotes institutional recognition through literal contributions to the scientific community.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
- Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.
- Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.
- Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
- Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
- Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Doctorate degree Medicine (MD) required
Experience:
No previous experience required
Certification and Licensing:
Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
- Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
Department Specific Functions
The Postdoctoral Associate will contribute to advanced neuroscience research projects focused on disease mechanisms, neuroinflammation, neurodegenerative pathways, and translational therapeutic development. The position requires independent scientific inquiry, mastery of molecular and behavioral neuroscience techniques, and the ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary research team.
Experimental Research & Scientific Contribution
- Design, plan, and execute experiments related to neurodegenerative disease mechanisms, including studies involving abnormal protein aggregation, tauopathies, synaptic dysfunction, and cellular stress pathways.
- Conduct in vivo and in vitro neuroscience experiments such as primary neuron culture, stereotaxic injections, brain tissue preparation, neuronal activity recording, and behavioral assessments relevant to disease models.
- Perform molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemical assays including gene cloning, plasmid construction, PCR/qPCR, Western Blot, ELISA, immunohistochemistry, RNA/protein extraction, immunofluorescence, flow cytometry, and related methods.
- Support translational research projects evaluating therapeutic candidates, molecular interventions, and mechanistic pathways involved in neurodegenerative diseases.
Data Analysis, Interpretation & Scientific Communication
- Analyze experimental data using appropriate quantitative and imaging tools; prepare figures, summaries, and written documentation for reports, manuscripts, and presentations.
- Contribute to the writing of research manuscripts and scientific abstracts; assist with presenting findings in internal meetings and at scientific conferences.
- Maintain awareness of current literature in neurobiology, neurodegeneration, and molecular disease research to support study design and interpretation.
Laboratory Operations & Collaborative Responsibilities
- Assist with daily laboratory operations including preparation of reagents, maintenance of equipment, inventory tracking, and adherence to biosafety protocols.
- Collaborate with laboratory teammates to support complex projects, including multi-step workflows and integrated biochemical, molecular, and imaging studies.
- Maintain accurate, organized experimental records and ensure compliance with research policies, animal care guidelines (when applicable), and institutional regulatory standards.
Department Specific Qualifications
Education
Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Neuropharmacology, Physiology, Molecular Biology, or a closely related biomedical field, with rigorous training in CNS disease models and mechanistic research.
Certification & Licensing
None required.
Experience
Prior experience conducting research in areas such as neuroinflammation, neurodegeneration, behavioral neuroscience, or molecular neuroscience.
Demonstrated proficiency with rodent models, behavioral testing, molecular assays, imaging, and cell-based experimental systems aligned with laboratory research priorities.
Evidence of scholarly productivity through publications or presented research.
Experience designing and optimizing experimental workflows involving complex signaling pathways and multi-level data integration.
Knowledge, Skills & Attitudes
Strong foundational and applied knowledge of CNS disease mechanisms and neurobiological pathways.
Proficiency in molecular biology, imaging, histology, animal behavior, and biochemical techniques used in neuroscience research.
Ability to plan and conduct independent research, interpret experimental results, and communicate findings clearly.
Commitment to scientific rigor, problem-solving, and continuous learning.
Ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic research environment and contribute to team-based scientific efforts.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the groundbreaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
Current Employees:
If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet.
The University of Miami/UHealth Office of the Dean has an exciting opportunity for a full time Postdoctoral Associate to work at the UHealth campus in Miami, Fl.
CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Postdoctoral Associate performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff. Moreover, the Postdoctoral Associate promotes institutional recognition through literal contributions to the scientific community.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
- Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.
- Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.
- Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
- Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
- Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Doctorate degree Medicine (MD) required
Experience:
No previous experience required
Certification and Licensing:
Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
- Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
Department Specific Functions
The Postdoctoral Associate will contribute to advanced neuroscience research projects focused on disease mechanisms, neuroinflammation, neurodegenerative pathways, and translational therapeutic development. The position requires independent scientific inquiry, mastery of molecular and behavioral neuroscience techniques, and the ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary research team.
Experimental Research & Scientific Contribution
- Design, plan, and execute experiments related to neurodegenerative disease mechanisms, including studies involving abnormal protein aggregation, tauopathies, synaptic dysfunction, and cellular stress pathways.
- Conduct in vivo and in vitro neuroscience experiments such as primary neuron culture, stereotaxic injections, brain tissue preparation, neuronal activity recording, and behavioral assessments relevant to disease models.
- Perform molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemical assays including gene cloning, plasmid construction, PCR/qPCR, Western Blot, ELISA, immunohistochemistry, RNA/protein extraction, immunofluorescence, flow cytometry, and related methods.
- Support translational research projects evaluating therapeutic candidates, molecular interventions, and mechanistic pathways involved in neurodegenerative diseases.
Data Analysis, Interpretation & Scientific Communication
- Analyze experimental data using appropriate quantitative and imaging tools; prepare figures, summaries, and written documentation for reports, manuscripts, and presentations.
- Contribute to the writing of research manuscripts and scientific abstracts; assist with presenting findings in internal meetings and at scientific conferences.
- Maintain awareness of current literature in neurobiology, neurodegeneration, and molecular disease research to support study design and interpretation.
Laboratory Operations & Collaborative Responsibilities
- Assist with daily laboratory operations including preparation of reagents, maintenance of equipment, inventory tracking, and adherence to biosafety protocols.
- Collaborate with laboratory teammates to support complex projects, including multi-step workflows and integrated biochemical, molecular, and imaging studies.
- Maintain accurate, organized experimental records and ensure compliance with research policies, animal care guidelines (when applicable), and institutional regulatory standards.
Department Specific Qualifications
Education
Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Neuropharmacology, Physiology, Molecular Biology, or a closely related biomedical field, with rigorous training in CNS disease models and mechanistic research.
Certification & Licensing
None required.
Experience
Prior experience conducting research in areas such as neuroinflammation, neurodegeneration, behavioral neuroscience, or molecular neuroscience.
Demonstrated proficiency with rodent models, behavioral testing, molecular assays, imaging, and cell-based experimental systems aligned with laboratory research priorities.
Evidence of scholarly productivity through publications or presented research.
Experience designing and optimizing experimental workflows involving complex signaling pathways and multi-level data integration.
Knowledge, Skills & Attitudes
Strong foundational and applied knowledge of CNS disease mechanisms and neurobiological pathways.
Proficiency in molecular biology, imaging, histology, animal behavior, and biochemical techniques used in neuroscience research.
Ability to plan and conduct independent research, interpret experimental results, and communicate findings clearly.
Commitment to scientific rigor, problem-solving, and continuous learning.
Ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic research environment and contribute to team-based scientific efforts.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the groundbreaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Rutgers University40
- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital32
- Florida International University30
- University of Arizona27
- Baylor College of Medicine26
Top Industries Hiring
- Education369
- Healthcare & Medical Services60
- Science & Research42
- Non-Profit & Social Services21
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals17
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in postdoctoral associate jobs.
- PhD in a relevant scientific discipline completed or expected before the start date
- Record of peer-reviewed publications or submitted manuscripts in the field
- Proficiency with discipline-specific laboratory techniques or computational tools
- Experience designing and independently executing research projects
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for grant and manuscript preparation
- Ability to mentor graduate or undergraduate students in a research setting
Tips for Your Postdoctoral Associate Job Search
Tailor your CV for each lab
Postdoc applications live or die on your CV's fit with a PI's active grants and methods. Reorder your publications, techniques, and research aims to mirror the language in the lab's recent papers before you apply to each opening.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists postdoctoral associate openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Turn your dissertation into a pitch
Write a two-paragraph research statement that translates your thesis into plain scientific impact. Hiring committees include non-specialists, so lead with the problem you solved, not the technique you used.
Request reference letters before applying
Most postdoc offers move fast once a PI decides. Line up three references who can speak to your bench skills and independence well before you submit your first application, so you're not scrambling after an interview.
Ask about mentorship structure in interviews
During interviews, ask how often you'll meet one-on-one with the PI, whether lab members have published first-author papers, and what the typical path to an independent project looks like. These answers reveal whether a position supports your career goals.
Negotiate start date and protected research time
Postdoc offers often include room to negotiate your start date and the percentage of time protected for your own projects versus lab service work. Clarify both in writing before you accept to avoid misaligned expectations later.
Postdoctoral Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most postdoctoral associates?
The companies hiring the most postdoctoral associates right now include Rutgers University, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and Florida International University, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Research-intensive universities and federal laboratory systems consistently account for the majority of postdoc openings nationally.
How many postdoctoral associate jobs are remote?
About 4% of postdoctoral associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on laboratory nature of most positions. Computational biology, bioinformatics, data science, and theoretical physics postdocs make up the largest share of roles that can be performed remotely or on a hybrid schedule.
How do you become a postdoctoral associate?
You become a postdoctoral associate by earning a doctoral degree, then applying directly to advertised positions or contacting principal investigators whose research aligns with yours. A competitive application typically includes a CV, a research statement describing your doctoral work and future aims, writing samples or publication reprints, and three reference letters from faculty who supervised your graduate research.
Can you get a postdoctoral associate position with no prior postdoc experience?
Yes, postdoctoral associate roles are entry-level by design and are intended for researchers who have just completed their PhD. Hiring PIs assess your doctoral research output, technical skills, and scientific independence rather than prior postdoc appointments. Strong publications, a clear research statement, and an in-person or virtual research presentation typically carry the most weight in the selection process.
What does the postdoctoral associate interview process look like?
The interview process for a postdoctoral associate role usually starts with an informal call with the PI to discuss mutual research interests. If that goes well, you're invited to give a seminar on your doctoral research, followed by individual meetings with lab members and sometimes a department committee. The PI then decides quickly, often within a week or two, and extends an informal offer before paperwork begins.
Where can I find and apply to postdoctoral associate jobs?
You can find and apply to postdoctoral associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from institutions and research organizations across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your research area and career stage, then apply directly to each position that fits.
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