Beyond the traditional faculty track, a wealth of high-impact career pathways exists within industry, government, and the nonprofit sector. Transitioning into these roles is a natural and valuable progression for many researchers, allowing you to apply your doctoral expertise in diverse professional environments. To support your search, we have organized a comprehensive list of job boards – ranging from global STEM networks and social science repositories to specialized professional association portals – designed to help you identify and secure your next professional role.

Job Boards for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)

Biospace This site serves as a leading source for biotech and pharmaceutical industry news while hosting a high-volume job board for clinical, research, and manufacturing roles.

ChemJobber A widely respected blog and resource in the chemistry community that tracks market trends and highlights specific employment opportunities within the chemical sciences.

PharmiWeb (Global Life Science Jobs) This global life sciences job board connects professionals with opportunities in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device sectors across Europe and North America.

Massachusetts Biotechnical Council (MassBio) As a premier hub for the world’s leading biotech cluster, this site lists specialized opportunities within the Massachusetts life sciences ecosystem.

Nature Careers The global career portal for the journal Nature, it features high-level academic and industry positions alongside career advice for scientists across all disciplines.

NC Biotechnology Career Center Focused on the Research Triangle and beyond, this portal connects job seekers with life science and clinical research opportunities specifically within North Carolina.

Science Careers Provided by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), this site offers a global database of STEM positions in academia, government, and the private sector.

Job Boards for Humanities & Social Sciences

APA psychCareers The American Psychological Association’s official career center lists clinical, research, and academic roles for psychologists and behavioral health professionals.

H-Net Job Guide This comprehensive resource for the humanities and social sciences provides verified job postings for faculty, library, and museum positions worldwide.

SIOP Job Network The Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology provides this specialized board for roles in human resources, organizational behavior, and workplace consulting.

Job Boards for All Postdocs

Find A Post Doc A niche job board dedicated exclusively to postdoctoral opportunities across all academic disciplines and international locations.

Idealist (Nonprofit and NGO jobs) The premier platform for the nonprofit sector, connecting professionals with social impact roles, NGO opportunities, and volunteer positions.

Minority Postdoc Job Page This site highlights postdoctoral and faculty opportunities specifically at institutions committed to diversity, equity, and the inclusion of underrepresented scholars.

National Postdoctoral Association (NPA) Career Center The NPA’s official job board offers listings across various sectors along with professional development resources tailored to the postdoctoral community.

NIH OITE Job Board The Office of Intramural Training and Education provides this board to list opportunities for trainees transitioning from government research to broader careers.

PostDocJobs One of the first web-based recruitment sites specifically for the postdoctoral community, featuring a searchable database of research positions across all fields.

Sigma Xi Job Site The international honor society for scientists and engineers hosts this board featuring research-heavy roles in both academic and industry settings.

USA Jobs The central portal for all United States Federal Government job openings, including research roles at the NIH, CDC, and EPA.

Work in the Triangle A regional recruitment site showcasing the diverse range of tech, healthcare, and research opportunities available in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area.

Job Boards from Professional Associations

American Chemical Society (ACS) The ACS Career Navigator provides chemical scientists with job listings, career consulting, and professional development workshops.

American Physical Society (APS) This site offers a dedicated job board for physicists, featuring roles in education, research, and private industry.

American Society for Microbiology (ASM) ASM Career Connections links microbiologists with positions in clinical labs, academia, and pharmaceutical research.

American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) This portal features specialized listings for geneticists, ranging from clinical genetic counseling to bioinformatics and molecular research.

American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB) The ASCB job board focuses on molecular and cellular biology positions within research universities and biotech companies.

Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) A targeted resource for bioengineers to find roles in medical device development, tissue engineering, and academic research.

Medical Science Liaison Society The only organization dedicated to MSLs, this board lists field-based medical roles that bridge the gap between clinical research and commercial operations.

Society for Developmental Biology (SDB) This site provides a curated list of research and teaching positions focused on the study of growth, differentiation, and morphogenesis.

Society for Neuroscience (SfN) NeuroJobs is the premier resource for finding positions in brain research, neurology, and neuropsychology across global institutions.

Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (SETAC) This board lists opportunities for environmental scientists focused on environmental quality and ecosystem integrity.

International Careers

EURAXESS Job Board – A European platform for researchers seeking academic, research, and non-academic positions across Europe. EURAXESS provides listings for postdoctoral fellowships, research jobs, and career opportunities in industry, government, and academia. It also offers resources on funding, mobility, and professional development, helping researchers explore international career paths and connect with institutions across Europe.