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How much do postdoc part time jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for postdoc part time in the United States is $59,022.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,000.00 and $66,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Postdoc Part Time job?

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.
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Infographic showing various Postdoc Part Time job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Part Time. Highlights an 95% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,022 per year, or $28.4 per hour.
Postdoctoral Fellow, Biological Sciences_Song

Postdoctoral Fellow, Biological Sciences_Song

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Charlotte, NC โ€ข On-site

$44.80K - $60.70K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 8 days ago


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Job description

Position Information
General Information
Position Number
POST40
Working Title
Postdoctoral Fellow, Biological Sciences_Song
Division
Academic Affairs
Department
College of Science (Col)
Work Unit
Biological Sciences
Work Location
Woodward Hall
Vacancy Open To
All Candidates
Position Designation
Post Doc
Employment Type
Temporary - Part-time
Hours per week
40hr
Work Schedule
8am - 5pm
Pay Rate
Pay Rate varies
Minimum Experience/Education
The Postdoctoral appointee must have recently (within the last eight years) been awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., Sc.D., M.D.)
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:
Experience with pangenomics, structural variation, and synteny analysis.
Background in ecological genomics or plant adaptation.
Experience mentoring students.
Publication record demonstrating quantitative genomics or evolutionary analysis.
Interest in developing and leading research on new model systems.
Duties and Responsibilities
A Postdoctoral Fellow (""postdoc"") is a professional apprenticeship designed to provide recent Ph.D. recipients with an opportunity to develop further the research skills acquired in their doctoral programs or to learn new research techniques, in preparation for an academic or research career. In the process of further developing their own research skills, it is expected that Postdoctoral Fellows will also play a significant role in the performance of research at the University and augment the role of graduate faculty in providing research instruction to graduate students. A Postdoctoral Fellow works under the supervision of a regular faculty member, who serves as a mentor to the Fellow, and it is expected that the faculty mentor will impart the realities, and variety, of scientific careers, and will encourage experiences outside the laboratory to broaden postdocs' aspirations. Within the confines of the particular research focus assigned by that faculty member, the Postdoctoral Fellow functions with a considerable degree of independence and has the freedom (and is expected) to publish the results of his or her research or scholarship during the period of appointment. Thus, the role of Postdoctoral Fellows is clearly differentiated from full-time technical employees.
Postdoc appointments are characterized by all of the following conditions:
* the appointee was recently (within the last eight years) awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., Sc.D., M.D.);
* the appointment is temporary;
* the appointment involves substantially full-time research or scholarship;
* the appointment is viewed as preparatory for a full-time academic and/or research career;
* the appointee works under the supervision of a faculty member; and
* the appointee has the freedom and is expected to publish the results of his or her research or scholarship during the period of appointment.
As an EOE/AA employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte encourages applications from all underrepresented groups. Applicants subject to criminal background check.
Other Work/Responsibilities
  • the appointee was recently (within the last eight years) awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., Sc.D., M.D.);
  • the appointment is temporary, for up to one year at a time, with renewal possible;
  • the total appointment is limited to five years, including time spent in previous postdoctoral appointments at other institutions;
  • the appointment involves substantially full-time research or scholarship at 1.0 FTE;
  • the appointment helps the Postdoctoral Fellow to prepare for a fulltime academic and/or research career;
  • the appointee works under the supervision of a faculty member; and
  • the appointee has the freedom and is expected, to publish the results of their research or scholarship during the period of appointment.

Necessary Licenses or Certifications
Proposed Hire Date
02/15/2026
Contact Information
Expected Length of Assignment
2 years minimum
Posting Open Date
03/23/2026
Posting Close Date
Special Notes to Applicants
Applicants looking to graduate with their PhD/MD within the 2025 year are welcome to apply.
The candidate chosen for this position will be required to provide an official transcript of their highest earned degree.
The candidate chosen for this position will be subject to a criminal background check.
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. In keeping with this commitment, UNC Charlotte ensures that persons of any background are invited, included, and treated equally in the terms and conditions of employment.
Post Doc Benefits
: https://gradlife.charlotte.edu/postdocs/benefits