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A postdoctoral fellow is a person professionally researching the completion of their doctoral studies (typically a Ph.D.). The goal of postdoctoral research is to pursue additional research, training, or teaching to have better skills to pursue a career in research and education fields. Postdoctoral fellow often has a temporary academic appointment, sometimes in preparation for an academic faculty position. They continue their studies or carry out research and further increase expertise in a specialist subject, including integrating a team and acquiring skills and research methods.

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Avg Pay: $60K
Jobs: 3,032
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Avg Pay: $61K
Jobs: 1,149

Education you need to become a Postdoctoral Fellow

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  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Psychology
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$31,580Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Physics
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$34,255Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PH.D.) in Physics
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    Avg. Duration:34 monthsAvg. Fees:$38,413Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PH.D.) in Biochemistry
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    Avg. Duration:41 monthsAvg. Fees:$44,087Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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Annual Pay Estimate for Postdoctoral Fellow and Other Important Info

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2.3 years
$61K
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2.50 years
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