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As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for postdoc associate in Houston, TX is $18.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $19.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Postdoc Associate vs Research Scientist?

AspectPostdoc AssociateResearch Scientist
Required CredentialsDoctoral degree (Ph.D.) in relevant fieldMaster's or Ph.D., often with more industry experience
Work EnvironmentAcademic or research institutions, labsIndustry, corporate R&D labs, biotech firms
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, government research agenciesPrivate companies, biotech, pharmaceuticals
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Postdoc Associate and a Research Scientist lies in their work environment and career stage. Postdoc Associates typically work in academic or research institutions focusing on research and publishing, often as a stepping stone to faculty roles. Research Scientists usually work in industry settings, applying research to product development or innovation, often with more experience and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Postdoc Associate job openings in Houston, TX as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,060 per year, or $18.3 per hour.
Postdoctoral Associate

Postdoctoral Associate

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX • On-site

$62K - $68K/yr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Baylor College of Medicine rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

67th of 612 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Postdoctoral Associate
Division: Pathology
Work Arrangement: Onsite only
Location: Houston, TX
Salary Range: $62,232 - $68,964
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Summary
Baylor College of Medicine, in partnership with the Department of Pathology at Texas Children's Hospital, is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate.
The Postdoctoral Associate will participate in a two-year Clinical Chemistry Fellowship Training Program designed to provide advanced training in clinical chemistry and laboratory medicine.
This Postdoctoral Associate will provide, in conjunction with the Medical Directors, clinical service and conduct research in the area of clinical chemistry and train in areas of clinical chemistry, molecular microbiology and pathology in the clinical laboratories. It is expected that this person will complete the 2-year ComACC-accredited training program at TCH- and Baylor-affiliated hospitals and take the Clinical Chemistry certification examination from the American Board of Clinical Chemistry.
The Postdoctoral Associate will report to Sridevi Devaraj, PhD, DABCC, FACB (Clinical Chemistry Fellowship Program Director) and will be based in the Abercrombie Building/West Tower at TCH.
Job Duties
  • Plans and conducts experiments and analyzes data.
  • Prepares publications.
  • Presents research findings at lab meetings.
  • Mentors and provides guidance of lab personnel, including graduate and undergraduate students.
  • Maintains good communication with lab leader and members.
  • Presents data at local and national meetings.
  • Supervises residents and medical students and serves as co-author on publications.
  • Adheres to the policies set forth by TCH and Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) and understand and act on the need for discretion due to the sensitive nature of research involved.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
  • MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
  • No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Completion of MD or PhD in Biochemistry or Human Biology discipline in the US or completed the credential evaluation.
  • At least 1 year of postdoctoral experience (experience with clinical research and/or mass spectrometry) is desirable.

Requisition ID: 25839

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