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May provide clinical supervision to doctoral psychology interns, postdoctoral psychology fellows, and other mental health trainees or medical residents as necessary. * May provide direct intervention ...

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May provide clinical supervision to doctoral psychology interns, postdoctoral psychology fellows, and other mental health trainees or medical residents as necessary. * May provide direct intervention ...

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May provide clinical supervision to doctoral psychology interns, postdoctoral psychology fellows, and other mental health trainees or medical residents as necessary. * May provide direct intervention ...

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May provide clinical supervision to doctoral psychology interns, postdoctoral psychology fellows, and other mental health trainees or medical residents as necessary. * May provide direct intervention ...

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Senior Research Scientist

Orange, CA · On-site

$85K - $90K/yr

... Full or Part Time full-time 40 hours weekly Fair Labor Standard Act Classification Exempt ... D. in Philosophy, Psychology, or Neuroscience as well as postdoctoral training. It represents a ...

Provides clinical supervision to psychology doctoral interns, psychology postdoctoral residents, and other mental health trainees/fellows as necessary. * May supervise Post Masters Fellows, Associate ...

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How much do postdoc part time jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for postdoc part time in California is $58,249.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,400.00 and $65,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a postdoc part time?

A Postdoc Part Time job is a research-based position for individuals who have completed their doctoral degree and wish to continue their academic or scientific work on a reduced schedule. Part-time postdocs typically engage in research projects, publish papers, and collaborate with faculty while having more flexibility than full-time postdocs. These roles may be suited for those balancing other professional or personal commitments. Funding, benefits, and expectations vary based on the institution and project.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the postdoc part time position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Postdoc Part Time, you need a doctoral degree in a relevant field, strong research methodology expertise, and advanced analytical skills. Familiarity with statistical software (e.g., R, SPSS), laboratory equipment, or discipline-specific research tools is often required. Excellent time management, independent problem-solving abilities, and clear communication skills are vital soft skills in this role. These qualifications enable postdocs to effectively contribute to research projects, collaborate with teams, and manage part-time responsibilities efficiently.

What are the typical work arrangements and expectations for a part-time postdoc position?

Part-time postdoctoral roles usually offer flexible schedules that may require a set number of hours per week or specific deliverables within given timelines. While you may participate in ongoing research projects, your responsibilities might focus on particular tasks such as data analysis, manuscript preparation, or contributing to grant proposals. Collaboration with faculty supervisors and other researchers is common, though your level of involvement in lab meetings or departmental activities may be tailored to your available hours. This structure can be ideal for those balancing other commitments or transitioning between academic and industry careers, while still gaining valuable research experience.

What are the most commonly searched types of Postdoc jobs in California?

The most popular types of Postdoc jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Postdoc Part Time jobs?

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Infographic showing various Postdoc Part Time job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Part Time. Highlights an 90% In-person, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,249 per year, or $28 per hour.

Postdoctoral Associate (Part-time) - Biological Sciences #738617860

Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc.

Pomona, CA • On-site

Part-time

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises Employment Services

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

SUMMARY: This is a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the Department of Biological Sciences at the California State Polytechnic University in Pomona, CA. The postdoctoral associate will work under the mentorship of Principal Investigator Dr. Erin Questad.

SOME OF THE THINGS THAT YOU WILL GET TO DO (this is just a small sampling of work variety):

Candidates should be interested in research, teaching and training undergraduates, and working with Hispanic and low-income students. They will work collaboratively with Dr. Questad on research projects of mutual interest and will supervise undergraduate and Master's students. The research associate will also assist with the maintenance of ongoing research experiments and infrastructure.

Candidates will be able to join the research group of Dr. Erin Questad in Biological Sciences, focusing on ecosystem restoration, plant community ecology, and physiological ecology. The candidate will serve as a research mentor for 1-2 undergraduates within the research group to learn how to lead and manage undergraduate research. Candidates will be encouraged to pursue University trainings in pedagogy, mentoring, and other areas that will prepare them for a future faculty position.

Initial appointment is for 6 months to 1 year depending on funding, further appointments will be based on funding availability and satisfactory performance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A Ph.D. in Biology, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, or related field.
  • Background in plant ecology and ecosystem restoration preferred; field research and statistical analysis skills are required.

ABOUT US: As the largest employer of students on the Cal Poly Pomona campus, the Foundation offers valuable work experience and hands-on training to approximately 1,500 Cal Poly Pomona students each year. The Foundation offers positions in various fields; whether it is in the area of technology, science, retail, culinary arts, hospitality1500 management, leadership or research grants, these student employees participate in Cal Poly Pomona's learn-by-doing philosophy and acquire practical skills in their designated field of study.

The Foundation also contributes operating support to nearly 1,100 Foundation and scholarship programs every year, including Bronco Athletics and the Norman J. Priest Scholarship. In addition, the Foundation administers grants and contracts, contributes to campus security, and supports several university publications. The Foundation contributes over $1 million annually to Cal Poly Pomona.

CSU along with Cal Poly Pomona Foundation strongly recommend faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare an exemption from doing so. The systemwide policy can be found at COVID-19 Vaccination Interim Policy and any questions may be sent to fdnhr@cpp.edu.

Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc. may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodation with the employer.