Explore Biologist Jobs Paying $100K or More

Find professional biologist opportunities where scientific expertise can contribute to research, product development, public health, and environmental solutions. Ladders features vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, including senior and specialized positions across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, government, and academia.

What Biologists Do

Biologists study living organisms and biological systems. Depending on their specialty, they may design experiments, analyze samples and data, develop scientific methods, oversee laboratory operations, or translate research findings into practical applications. Experienced biologists may also lead teams, manage research programs, advise stakeholders, and guide regulatory or product decisions.

Biologist Career Paths and Specialties

Biology careers span many disciplines, including molecular and cell biology, microbiology, genetics, bioinformatics, ecology, and marine biology. Employers may seek biologists for roles in research and development, clinical and preclinical research, biomanufacturing, environmental consulting, diagnostics, and scientific operations. Senior titles can include principal scientist, research director, laboratory director, and biology team lead.

Skills and Qualifications

Qualifications vary by role and employer. Many positions require a degree in biology or a related field, while advanced research and leadership roles may call for a master's degree, Ph.D., or relevant professional experience. Commonly valued skills include experimental design, data analysis, laboratory techniques, scientific writing, project leadership, and clear communication. Specialized roles may also require expertise in computational tools, regulatory standards, or a particular biological field.

Find Your Next Biologist Opportunity

Explore biologist jobs on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its specialty, responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation, then focus your search on roles that match your experience and career goals.

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$195K - $312K *

Zillow is seeking a Principal Applied Scientist to join the Agentic AI team, focusing on developing advanced multimodal technologies for understanding homes. The role involves designing and prototypin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Elevate data privacy standards by leading a comprehensive privacy program. Collaborate across teams to integrate privacy-by-design principles, enhance data governance, and ensure compliance while enab...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on transforming concepts into impactful ad assets. You'll leverage AI for creative production, run tests, and analyze performance metrics to optimize results, ensuring a con...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$179K - $246K *

Drive your career forward by leading a dynamic team that crafts and delivers exceptional digital experiences. Oversee web content, UX design, and front-end development while ensuring quality and opera...

California, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $140K *

Engineer innovative health care delivery policies through quantitative analysis, leading projects that influence Medicare and Medicaid systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate and...

Durham, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $207K *

Join a dynamic team as you leverage statistical expertise to enhance healthcare insights, mentor analysts, and drive impactful data-driven decisions through collaboration and innovative methodologies...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute a strategic product roadmap, integrating market insights and performance metrics to drive customer-centric solutions in the diagnostics and genomics...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive the adoption of innovative MRD testing services in oncology through strategic partnerships, client management, and market analysis to enhance clinical practices and improve patient outcomes...

Tennessee, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Champion strategic growth by driving partnerships with leading behavioral health organizations. Shape client engagement strategies, collaborate across teams, and leverage market insights for sustained...

Ohio, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $360K *

Lead the charge in advancing oncology diagnostics by engaging community oncologists, driving medical strategy, and executing initiatives across a defined region in this impactful, field-based leadersh...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $175K *

Accelerate customer success by providing scientific expertise and technical support in pathology and genomics. Collaborate with sales and service teams to enhance customer outcomes through effective t...

Philadelphia, PARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Create strategic growth initiatives in behavioral health, driving client engagement and ensuring compliance while collaborating across departments to achieve key objectives and foster enduring partner...

Minnesota, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $195K *

Take ownership of designing automated systems and robotic equipment for remote operations in radiological environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration and perf...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $190K *

Join a team that's transforming clinical trials through advanced data science. Drive the development of predictive models and machine learning algorithms to enhance patient enrollment and trial manage...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $120K *

Inspire change by leading neurodiversity-affirming clinical programming remotely. Oversee a dedicated team, ensuring impactful ABA treatment for children while enjoying flexible scheduling and growth...

Arizona, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$181K - $224K *

Elevate global CMC regulatory strategies for commercial compounds. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and timely submissions, while leading projects and maintaining expertise in regul...

Carlsbad, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead high-profile statistical projects, ensuring rigorous evidence generation by collaborating with multi-functional teams to design studies and analyze data effectively...

North Carolina, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $350K *

Join a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge reinforcement learning algorithms and frameworks. Collaborate on scaling research and training systems, focusing on your strengths to enhance AI capabilitie...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $90K *

Lead data-driven insights to enhance business performance, collaborating across teams to support strategic initiatives. Utilize technical skills in SQL, Python, and data visualization to drive impactf...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$193K - $308K *

Join a team that's redefining statistical leadership in clinical research. Drive innovative study designs, enhance drug development effectiveness, and influence critical decisions through data-driven...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $118K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing diagnostic excellence in microbiology. Collaborate with skilled professionals in a state-of-the-art lab, enhancing your expertise while contributing to high-q...

Renton, WARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $118K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing laboratory diagnostics and patient care. Collaborate with skilled professionals in a state-of-the-art microbiology lab, enhancing your expertise while contrib...

Renton, WARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $155K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic partnerships with major oncology centers, maximizing client engagement, and implementing innovative solutions. Collaborate across departments to achieve business g...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful healthcare decisions by leveraging real-world data expertise. Collaborate with clients to evaluate and analyze RWD for regulatory assessments, ensuring high-quality evidence generation...

Arlington, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$121K - $176K *

Transform operational excellence by leading a team to implement Lean strategies, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and enhance safety, quality, and cost performance across multiple sites while...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of biologist jobs are available on Ladders?question toggle

    Biologist opportunities may include research and development, molecular biology, microbiology, genetics, bioinformatics, clinical research, environmental science, and scientific leadership roles. Available titles and specialties vary by employer and listing.

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    Some experienced, specialized, and leadership biologist positions offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Compensation depends on factors such as specialty, qualifications, seniority, employer, and location.

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    Requirements differ by position. Many jobs call for a biology or related degree and relevant laboratory or research experience. Advanced or leadership roles may require graduate education, specialized expertise, or a record of managing research projects or teams.

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    Biologists work in biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, healthcare and diagnostics, universities and research institutes, government agencies, and environmental organizations, among other settings.

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