noun
postdoctoral researcher; postdoc
Formal term for a researcher who holds a doctoral degree and is engaged in advanced research, typically on a fixed-term contract. Often abbreviated as ポスドク in casual contexts.
See also: ポストドクター
彼は博士研究員として大学で研究を続けている。
He continues his research at the university as a postdoctoral researcher.
博士研究員のポストに応募するには、博士号が必要です。
A doctoral degree is required to apply for a postdoctoral position.