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Definition
Postdoc; a researcher who works at a research institution after obtaining a doctoral degree.
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How it's used
This term is used exclusively in academic and research contexts to describe a specific career stage. It is a shortened form of 博士後研究員, which is the full title often used in formal settings. Unlike many other job titles, it is frequently used as both a noun for the person and a descriptor for the research position itself.
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After finishing his PhD, he worked as a postdoc for two years.
Are you planning to do postdoctoral research?
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Common phrases
postdoctoral research
postdoctoral fellowship
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 博士, which refers to the doctoral degree holder or the student themselves. Remember that 博士後 specifically denotes the temporary research period that follows the completion of the degree.
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