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As of Jun 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for postdoctoral robotics 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 the difference between Postdoctoral Robotics vs Research Scientist in Robotics?

AspectPostdoctoral RoboticsResearch Scientist in Robotics
Required CredentialsPh.D. in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or related fieldMaster's or Ph.D. in Robotics, Computer Science, or related field
Work EnvironmentAcademic labs, research institutions, universitiesIndustry R&D labs, technology companies, research institutions
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, government research agenciesTech companies, industrial R&D departments
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding academic research rolesIndustry research roles and career progression

Postdoctoral Robotics positions are primarily academic roles focused on conducting research, publishing papers, and advancing knowledge in robotics. Research Scientist in Robotics roles are industry-focused, emphasizing applied research, product development, and innovation within corporate or industrial settings. While both roles require advanced degrees in robotics or related fields, their work environments and career paths differ significantly.

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Harvard University

Cambridge, MA • On-site

$67K - $91K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Harvard University rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

131st of 538 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Position
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Title
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
School
Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Department/Area
Bioengineering
Position Description
The Walsh Lab at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) seeks a talented, creative, and enthusiastic individual to build life-changing technologies for assistance, rehabilitation and human performance enhancement. The Postdoctoral Researcher will coordinate and lead a research project at the intersection of wearable sensing, controls, machine learning, AI, robotics, and movement science. They will contribute to technical deliverables and help to plan for technology translation.
Basic Qualifications
PhD in engineering, computer science, biomechanics, or a related field.
Additional Qualifications
Interest in the development and translation of rehabilitation technologies is strongly preferred.
Prior experience with embedded systems or biomechanical evaluation in wearable devices is desired.
Special Instructions
Required application documents include a cover letter, CV, a statement of research interests, and up to three representative papers. Candidates are also required to submit the names and contact information for up to three references.
Contact Information
Mark Peterson
Contact Email
mpeterson@seas.harvard.edu
Salary Range
$67,600 - $91,826
Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as rank, years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field.
Minimum Number of References Required
3
Maximum Number of References Allowed
3
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