Postdoctoral

usgb/ˌpəʊstˈdɑːktərəl/
adjective

Related to the studies or work someone does after they have received their doctorate (Ph.D) degree.

After her graduation, she got a postdoctoral position in a prestigious university.
Visual representation of "postdoctoral" - Related to the studies or work someone does after they have received their doctorate (Ph.D) degree.

Often appears as...

  • postdoctoral research
  • postdoctoral fellowship

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Academic

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Career Stage

The term specifies a career stage in academia after the Ph.D. It’s a time for further research and study.

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She is looking for postdoctoral opportunities to expand her knowledge in astrophysics.
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Temporary Nature

'Postdoctoral' often implies a temporary position or job, not a permanent academic role.

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He secured a two-year postdoctoral fellowship at the university's biology department.
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Research Focus

Emphasizes conducting research, sometimes independent, to deepen expertise in a specific field.

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Her postdoctoral work resulted in breakthrough findings in renewable energy research.
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