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$79,296
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29%
Above national average
Average $79,296
Low $39,000
High $120,000
Salary estimated from 37 past and present job postings on Indeed. Last updated: November 3, 2026
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Reviews for Postdoctoral Fellow in Stanford University
January 14, 2026
Exciting research environment and good benefits
Postdoctoral Fellow
Exciting research environment to thrive as a postdoc and good benefits and postdoc support. Many opportunities available for research, coursework, as well as support groups.
January 22, 2025
Great place
Postdoctoral Fellow
Palo Alto, CA
I was at Stanford for about 4 years and enjoyed my time there. I’ve met some great mentors and collaborators and had the pleasure to mentor some great medical and undergraduate students. Overall, great place and culture.
October 22, 2024
Excellent
Postdoctoral Fellow
Stanford, CA
Brilliant people, multicultural place, Excellent infrastructure, State-of-the-art facilities, creative ideas, humble and helpful students as well professors
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How much does a Postdoctoral Fellow make at Stanford University in California?
Average Stanford University Postdoctoral Fellow yearly pay in California is approximately $79,296, which is 29% above the national average.
Salary estimated from 37 past and present job postings on Indeed.
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