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How much do postdoctoral teaching fellowship jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for postdoctoral teaching fellowship 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 are some common challenges faced by Postdoctoral Teaching Fellows during their transition from research-focused roles to teaching-intensive positions?

Postdoctoral Teaching Fellows often encounter challenges such as adapting to a heavier teaching load while maintaining research productivity, designing engaging curricula for undergraduate students, and managing diverse classroom dynamics. Balancing time between teaching, mentoring students, and continuing scholarly work can require strong organizational skills and adaptability. Additionally, the transition may involve learning new pedagogical techniques and assessment strategies, as well as collaborating closely with faculty and academic staff to align with departmental goals.

What is a Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship?

A Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship is a temporary academic position designed for individuals who have recently completed their doctoral degrees. These fellowships typically focus on both teaching and research, allowing fellows to gain valuable instructional experience while continuing their scholarly work. Fellows often teach undergraduate courses, develop curricular materials, and may mentor students. The position is seen as a stepping stone to a full-time faculty role in higher education.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow, you typically need a doctoral degree in your discipline, strong research background, and demonstrated teaching experience at the university level. Familiarity with learning management systems (such as Canvas or Blackboard), educational technologies, and sometimes pedagogical certifications is often required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and mentoring skills distinguish outstanding fellows who can engage students and collaborate with faculty. These qualifications ensure effective knowledge transfer, student engagement, and meaningful contributions to both teaching and academic research.

What is the difference between Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship vs Postdoctoral Research Associate?

AspectPostdoctoral Teaching FellowshipPostdoctoral Research Associate
Primary FocusTeaching and educational developmentResearch and data analysis
Work EnvironmentAcademic institutions, classrooms, labsResearch labs, academic or industry settings
Required CredentialsPhD in relevant field, teaching experience often preferredPhD in relevant field, strong research background
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, colleges, educational programsUniversities, research institutes, industry R&D

While both roles are postdoctoral positions requiring a PhD, a Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship emphasizes teaching, curriculum development, and educational mentorship, often within academic institutions. In contrast, a Postdoctoral Research Associate focuses on conducting research, data collection, and analysis. The choice depends on whether your career goal is academia-focused teaching or research specialization.

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Infographic showing various Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, and 35% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,022 per year, or $28.4 per hour.
Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship

Postdoctoral Teaching Fellowship

Valparaiso University

Valparaiso, IN • On-site

$48K - $66K/yr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Description
The Department of Mechanical Engineering and Bioengineering at Valparaiso University (https://www.valpo.edu/college-of-engineering/) invites applications for a postdoctoral teaching fellowship.
Valparaiso University ("Valpo") is a community of learning grounded in the Lutheran tradition of scholarship, freedom, and faith that prepares students to lead and serve both church and society. Valpo is a comprehensive university with an enrollment of approximately 2,100 undergraduate and graduate students and is consistently recognized as one of the best private universities in the Midwest.
Valparaiso University's undergraduate-only College of Engineering offers ABET-accredited BS degrees in mechanical engineering and bioengineering. The College of Engineering enrolls approximately 150 mechanical engineering and bioengineering students. The College of Engineering at Valpo is currently ranked 26th in Engineering Programs (non-doctoral) in the 2026 U.S. News Rankings.
Qualifications
The successful candidate for the postdoctoral teaching fellowship will be passionate about teaching engineering undergraduate students and developing courses and laboratory experiences that enhance the mechanical engineering and bioengineering programs. They will also be able to interact and effectively communicate with students and faculty from diverse backgrounds. The candidate selected will teach required and/or elective courses in mechanical engineering and/or bioengineering, capstone design, and general engineering courses. Candidates should have an earned doctorate in mechanical engineering, bioengineering/biomedical engineering, or a related engineering field.
The postdoctoral teaching fellow will receive support to enhance their teaching effectiveness and the honor of holding the esteemed fellowship. The fellow will be granted release time to observe classes and laboratories taught by the faculty in the department and will have the chance to participate in a group-taught course to work directly with experienced faculty. The faculty will help the fellow develop course materials, will frequently observe the fellow teaching to provide feedback, and will provide a thorough annual evaluation akin to that of an evaluation received by a tenure-track faculty member.
Please direct questions about the postdoctoral teaching fellowship to Prof. Luke Venstrom, Chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Bioengineering, at luke.venstrom@valpo.edu. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Application Instructions
Please direct questions about the postdoctoral teaching fellowship to Prof. Luke Venstrom, Chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Bioengineering, at luke.venstrom@valpo.edu. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
As a campus with an increasingly diverse student body, we encourage applicants with a commitment to, and experience in, mentoring students from an array of backgrounds. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, research statement, and contact information for three references to Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/186856. In your cover letter, please include brief statements of (a) how you might contribute to the university's distinctive mission and (b) what experiences you have had which will enable you to mentor a diverse student body. Candidates who submit names of references should expect that the search committee will contact these references in confidence and that credentials will be confirmed prior to hire. Candidates should also expect that the search committee will review their LinkedIn profile. Employment will require a satisfactory criminal background check. Applications will be considered until the position is filled; however, applicants are encouraged to apply by June 15, 2026 for timely consideration.
About the Community:
Valpo is located in Valparaiso Indiana, a county seat of 35,000 residents with high quality schools and an active social community located 50 miles from downtown Chicago and only 14 miles from the beautiful Indiana Dunes National Park. Valparaiso is home to 13 city parks, over 20 miles of bike trails, and award-winning downtown gathering spaces that house year-round community events including: the Popcorn Festival, music concerts, ice skating, farmer's markets and more. The city was built to support neighborhood activities, with most neighborhoods being within walking distance of parks, schools, and communal spaces. With the university located less than one mile from downtown, its central location within the community makes it easy for employees to enjoy the growing amenities the city has to offer. Valparaiso has been recognized as one of the top communities in Indiana and is in one of the fastest growing counties in the state. It is an area that continues to show economic growth and diversification of its residents.
EOE and Nondiscrimination Policies:
Valparaiso University does not unlawfully discriminate and aims to employ persons of various backgrounds and experiences to develop and support a diverse community. Its EOE policy can be found at http://www.valpo.edu/general-counsel/policies/equal-opportunity-policy/. Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to cultural diversity and the ability to work with individuals or groups from diverse backgrounds. In addition to strong academic qualifications and excellence in teaching, the University highly values experience in working across cultural and other significant differences. Employment at Valparaiso University will require a satisfactory criminal background check.
Valparaiso University's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
Valparaiso University is a welcoming community, grounded in the Lutheran tradition, built on values of mutual respect positive regard, freedom, and reliance on grace. We strive to boldly include all individuals and groups who contribute to the life of our campus in a mutually beneficial way. Difference is a strength and reason for celebration, and we affirm that we are most inclusive when we bring groups together to make decisions in collaborative, equitable ways. Our values do not support language or behavior that demeans members of our campus based on age, appearance, ethnicity, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, biological sex, disabilities (mental and physical), ideological/political positions, intellectual perspective, socio-economic status, immigration status, veteran status, and national or regional origin. Actions and behaviors based on positions or perspectives that inherently marginalize, oppress, or deny full dignity to all are not tolerated. Nothing herein shall limit academic freedom or the freedom of expression pursuant to University policy related to either. As such, we will consistently and vigilantly assess our academic and co-curricular offerings and our admissions, hiring, and promotion policies in reflection of these values.

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