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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$100K - $150K *

Analyze and integrate large-scale molecular and clinical datasets to generate critical insights that drive drug discovery efforts. Collaborate with pharmaceutical partners and utilize cutting-edge AI...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $135K *

Transform healthcare by leveraging your computational biology expertise to drive drug discovery, integrate vast datasets, and use AI tools for impactful insights in collaboration with leading pharma p...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $135K *

Drive the integration of AI and biological data science to generate actionable insights for drug discovery. Collaborate across teams, analyzing complex datasets while developing next-gen research tool...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $180K *

Unlock potential by joining our innovative team to advance AI in therapeutic antibody development. Collaborate with experts to set benchmarks, evaluate AI reasoning, and enhance biologics workflows, d...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing and executing environmental programs, ensuring compliance with laws and policies while providing expert advisory services. Enhance safety and sustainability th...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in upstream operations, ensuring efficient production and purification of clinical vectors while adhering to GMP and regulatory standards. Collaborate across disciplines to drive proje...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $92K *

Create innovative research solutions in type 1 diabetes by managing tissue sample processing and data generation. Lead a team in spatial transcriptomics and multi-omics studies, ensuring high-quality...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$136K - $358K *

Transform the future of geriatrics research by leading innovative studies, mentoring emerging scientists, and securing funding to advance knowledge in aging and palliative care. Collaborate with a dyn...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $220K *

Oversee a specialized team to ensure AI safety in biological research, addressing dual-use risks and providing expert guidance on complex cases while mentoring junior specialists and advising clients...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $127K *

Analyze and execute innovative biological assays to drive RNA therapeutics development. Collaborate in a dynamic lab environment, leveraging molecular techniques, in vivo studies, and automation to ad...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K *

Lead the charge in tropical cyclone research, utilizing advanced satellite data to enhance forecasting and decision support systems. Collaborate with experts to develop innovative methodologies and se...

Madison, WIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$73K - $125K *

Partner with us to inspire the next generation of biologists by teaching diverse courses in Integrative Biology. Engage students through lectures and labs, fostering a deep understanding of organismal...

1 week ago

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

$79K - $209K *

Unlock potential by contributing to innovative research in Molecular, Cell, and Systems Biology. Engage in scholarly projects, leveraging your expertise to advance scientific knowledge and support uni...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in advancing molecular biology techniques by optimizing workflows for methylation sequencing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance sequencing performance and contribute t...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Drive the development and optimization of multiplex proteomic panels, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality assay performance and deliver reliable data across diverse diseas...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$64K - $193K *

Join our dynamic team as you teach and mentor students in Human Physiology and Endocrinology. Collaborate on curriculum design, engage in research, and foster an inclusive learning environment while c...

1 week ago

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

$87K - $108K *

Explore innovative approaches in synthetic biology to program multicellular behavior. Collaborate with a dynamic team to advance research in developmental morphogenesis using cutting-edge technologies...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by driving innovative toxicity prediction through advanced data analysis and collaboration with scientists. Contribute to groundbreaking research that bridges biology and computa...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Elevate biopharmaceutical development by executing and optimizing analytical assays. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support method validation and product characterization, ensuring quality...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $111K *

Reimagine research in paleobiology by investigating asexual reproduction in cytheroid ostracodes. Collaborate on data collection and analysis, publish findings, and engage with the scientific communit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse animal collections, ensuring exceptional care and welfare while supervising staff and driving research initiatives to support conservation efforts and species manag...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$66K - $171K *

Champion innovative in vivo research in oncology, executing mouse studies to support target validation and efficacy assessments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while ensuring compliance and m...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $126K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative cell-based assays to drive discovery programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance platform growth and contribute to in vivo pharmacology activities, ens...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enzyme research and development for bakery innovations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance enzymatic analysis, driving project execution and translating scientific...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $180K *

Unlock your potential by leading AI advancements in structural biology, evaluating agent reasoning, and ensuring scientific accuracy across molecular systems. Collaborate with engineers and scientists...

San Francisco, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    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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