also: ぽすどく
postdoc; postdoctoral researcher
Abbreviation of ポストドクター. Used in academic contexts to refer to a researcher who has completed a PhD and is working in a temporary research position.
See also: ポストドクター
彼は今、大学でポスドクをしている。
He is currently working as a postdoc at a university.
Postdoc experience is said to be advantageous for finding a job.