Postdoctoral Research Fellow Jobs in Texas
Postdoctoral Research Fellow jobs in Texas represent one of the most active academic research markets in the country, concentrated in biomedical sciences, engineering, computational biology, and energy research across institutions and national laboratories. The heaviest hiring is in Houston, Austin, and Dallas-Fort Worth, where institutions such as the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baylor College of Medicine, and the University of Texas at Austin anchor sustained demand for postdoctoral talent at every career stage. The most sought-after specialties in Texas are cancer biology, materials science, and data-driven computational research. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics is shaping the future of patient care, disease prevention, and biomedical discovery by transforming data into innovative solutions powered by artificial intelligence, data science, and informatics. We are the only biomedical informatics program with advanced doctoral degrees in Texas and the largest and only free-standing informatics school in the nation.
What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:
- 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
- Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
- The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
- Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...
- Free financial and legal counseling
- Free mental health counseling services
- Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
- Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
- Resources for child and elder care
- Plus many more!
Position Summary:
A biomedical postdoc position provides an opportunity for early-career researchers to gain valuable experience, develop independent research skills, and contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge in their field of expertise.
POSITION KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Plans and conducts experiments, analyzes data, and prepares publications describing results.
- Assists in training and mentoring of lab personnel, including graduate students and other trainees.
- Reads and evaluates literature.
- Possess interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels.
- Have strong written and oral communication skills.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION:
Doctoral/Terminal Degree
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
SECURITY SENSITIVE:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4.
INTRODUCTION
McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics is shaping the future of patient care, disease prevention, and biomedical discovery by transforming data into innovative solutions powered by artificial intelligence, data science, and informatics. We are the only biomedical informatics program with advanced doctoral degrees in Texas and the largest and only free-standing informatics school in the nation.
What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:
- 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
- Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
- The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
- Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...
- Free financial and legal counseling
- Free mental health counseling services
- Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
- Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
- Resources for child and elder care
- Plus many more!
Position Summary:
A biomedical postdoc position provides an opportunity for early-career researchers to gain valuable experience, develop independent research skills, and contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge in their field of expertise.
POSITION KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Plans and conducts experiments, analyzes data, and prepares publications describing results.
- Assists in training and mentoring of lab personnel, including graduate students and other trainees.
- Reads and evaluates literature.
- Possess interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels.
- Have strong written and oral communication skills.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION:
Doctoral/Terminal Degree
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
SECURITY SENSITIVE:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4.
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Postdoctoral Research Fellow Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Houston Methodist22
- MD Anderson Cancer Center20
- The University of Texas at Austin20
- UTHealth Houston10
- The University of Texas Medical Branch3
Top Industries Hiring
- Education64
- Healthcare & Medical Services23
- Non-Profit & Social Services4
- Science & Research1
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in postdoctoral research fellow jobs across Texas.
- PhD in a relevant field completed before or at the time of appointment
- Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications or conference presentations in a related discipline
- Proficiency with laboratory techniques, bioinformatics platforms, or computational tools specific to the research area
- Ability to design, execute, and interpret independent experiments or research projects
- Strong written and oral communication skills for grant writing and scientific reporting
- Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary research teams or large-scale research consortia
Postdoctoral Research Fellow Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a postdoctoral research fellow in Texas?
Becoming a postdoctoral research fellow in Texas requires a completed doctoral degree in a field relevant to the position, since no state-issued license governs the postdoctoral role itself. Candidates typically apply directly to principal investigators or institutional postdoctoral offices at Texas universities, medical schools, or national laboratories. Many Texas institutions, including those in the Texas Medical Center in Houston, maintain formal postdoctoral programs with structured onboarding, mentorship committees, and career development resources.
Which companies hire postdoctoral research fellows in Texas?
Employers hiring postdoctoral research fellows in Texas right now include Houston Methodist, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and The University of Texas at Austin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of research universities, academic medical centers, and federally funded national laboratories creates steady, year-round postdoctoral demand across life sciences, engineering, and physical sciences.
Which Texas cities have the most postdoctoral research fellow jobs?
The Texas cities with the most postdoctoral research fellow openings are Houston, Austin, and Galveston. Houston leads because of the Texas Medical Center, one of the largest medical research complexes in the world, while Austin's growth is driven by University of Texas research programs and a expanding life sciences sector, and Dallas-Fort Worth benefits from UT Southwestern Medical Center and several private research institutions anchoring consistent postdoctoral hiring.
Are there remote postdoctoral research fellow jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Postdoctoral research is predominantly hands-on, requiring access to laboratory equipment, biological samples, or on-site instrumentation that cannot be replicated remotely. About 1% of postdoctoral research fellow openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those tend to be in computational biology, bioinformatics, data science, or theoretical research where the core work involves coding and analysis rather than bench work.
How can I get hired as a postdoctoral research fellow in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing your doctoral dissertation with at least one submitted or published manuscript and then applying directly to principal investigators whose research aligns with your thesis work. Texas Medical Center institutions and University of Texas system campuses regularly onboard new doctoral graduates into their first postdoctoral roles, often advertising positions before the candidate has formally conferred their degree. Gaining experience as a graduate research assistant in a cross-disciplinary project, presenting at regional conferences, or completing a short visiting researcher rotation at a Texas institution significantly strengthens early applications.
Where can I find and apply to postdoctoral research fellow jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to postdoctoral research fellow jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your research discipline, institution type, and location preference, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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