noun
- plural of postdoc; researchers who have completed their doctoral degrees and are engaged in temporary research positions, typically at universities or research institutions
Usage: informal; academic
Examples
- The lab hired three new postdocs this semester.
- Many postdocs struggle to find permanent academic positions.
- The university offers competitive salaries for postdocs.
- Several postdocs presented their research at the conference.
- The department has funding for five postdocs next year.
- Most postdocs spend two to three years in their positions.