Postdoctoral Research Fellow Jobs in Ohio

Postdoctoral Research Fellow jobs in Ohio are consistently active, concentrated in the academic medical centers, research universities, and life sciences institutions that anchor the state's knowledge economy. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are the primary hiring hubs, home to institutions such as Ohio State University, Case Western Reserve University, and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. The most in-demand specialties are cancer biology, neuroscience, and computational biology. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles9
Top employerCincinnati Children's Hospital
Top cityCincinnati, OH
Cities hiring2
Work type100% Hybrid
Top industryHealthcare

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Postdoctoral Fellow (Health Services Research)
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Postdoctoral Fellow (Health Services Research)
NEOMED
Rootstown, Ohio
Community & Nonprofit Services
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$55k - $65k/yr
Hybrid

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow (LeCras) Vascular malformations and tumors
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow (LeCras) Vascular malformations and tumors
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Cincinnati, Ohio
Clinical Trials
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Prasanphanich Lab
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Prasanphanich Lab
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Cincinnati, Ohio
Clinical Trials
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia

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Postdoctoral Fellow or Associate Staff Scientist (Peters) Liver Fibrosis
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Postdoctoral Fellow or Associate Staff Scientist (Peters) Liver Fibrosis
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Cincinnati, Ohio
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Healthcare Administration
Doctoral degree in biomedical science

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow (ikegami) Molecular Cardiovascular Biology
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow (ikegami) Molecular Cardiovascular Biology
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Cincinnati, Ohio
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Research & Academia

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cincinnati
8 jobs
Rootstown
1 job

Postdoctoral Research Fellow Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Cincinnati Children's Hospital8 open roles
NEOMED1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in postdoctoral research fellow jobs across Ohio.

  • PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline required
  • Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications in an applicable research area
  • Experience designing and executing independent research projects with minimal supervision
  • Proficiency with discipline-specific laboratory techniques, instrumentation, or computational tools
  • Ability to prepare grant applications, progress reports, and scientific manuscripts
  • Strong oral and written communication skills for presenting findings to diverse audiences

Postdoctoral Research Fellow Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a postdoctoral research fellow in Ohio?

Becoming a postdoctoral research fellow in Ohio requires a completed doctoral degree in a relevant field, which is the universal entry credential. Ohio does not issue a state license specific to postdoctoral researchers, so appointment is governed by the hiring institution. Most Ohio universities and medical centers post openings through their own faculty and research offices, and candidates typically apply with a CV, research statement, and faculty references.

Which companies hire postdoctoral research fellows in Ohio?

Ohio postdoctoral research fellow roles are posted by Cincinnati Children's Hospital and NEOMED and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's deep concentration of research universities, academic medical centers, and federally funded laboratories keeps a steady pipeline of postdoctoral openings across disciplines throughout the year.

Which Ohio cities have the most postdoctoral research fellow jobs?

Cincinnati and Rootstown lead Ohio in postdoctoral research fellow openings. Columbus anchors the largest share, driven by Ohio State University's extensive research enterprise and affiliated medical center, while Cleveland's concentration of Case Western Reserve University and the Cleveland Clinic generates strong demand, and Cincinnati's academic medical and pharmaceutical research institutions round out the top markets.

Are there remote postdoctoral research fellow jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're rare. Most postdoctoral research fellow work requires physical access to laboratories, clinical facilities, or specialized instrumentation. About 100% of postdoctoral research fellow openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in computational biology, bioinformatics, data science, or theory-focused research where wet-lab access is not required.

How can I get hired as a postdoctoral research fellow in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic path for candidates with limited postdoctoral experience is a direct faculty referral from a doctoral advisor to a principal investigator at an Ohio institution. Ohio State University, Case Western Reserve, and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center regularly bring on first-time postdoctoral researchers through their departmental training programs. A strong dissertation chapter, a conference presentation, or co-authored publication significantly improves competitiveness even without a prior postdoctoral appointment.

Where can I find and apply to postdoctoral research fellow jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to postdoctoral research fellow jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across universities, medical centers, and research institutions. Search the available roles, identify the ones that fit your research background and career stage, and apply directly to the positions that match.

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