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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$160K - $190K *

Drive scientific strategy and insights for biopharma partnerships, leading a team while executing analyses using real-world data. Engage with R&D teams to address complex research questions and foster...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $119K *

Analyze product complaints to drive improvements in device design and usability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conduct root cause investigations and implement solutions that enhance patie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $215K *

Explore your potential as a Senior Scientist in Process Research, leading innovative development of synthetic drug substances. Collaborate globally to drive early-stage projects, ensuring quality and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $151K *

Join a dynamic team to design and automate analytical methods using Hamilton platforms. This role requires programming expertise and hands-on experience in biomolecule analysis, ensuring high-quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$164K - $180K *

Shape the future of clinical regulatory strategy by leading submission preparations and ensuring compliance with Health Authority requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide exper...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $145K *

Join us to advance innovative drug discovery by developing quantitative in vitro protein-protein interaction assays for GPCR targets, utilizing cutting-edge assay technologies in a collaborative envir...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Champion continuous improvement initiatives by optimizing processes and products across the organization. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency, quality, and customer experienc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $133K *

Advance your career by managing cultural resources projects, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with clients and agencies while mentoring staff in a dynamic environme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $133K *

Lead cultural resources projects, mentor a skilled team, and ensure compliance with regulations while managing multiple initiatives in a dynamic environment. Engage with clients and stakeholders to de...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$134K - $155K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality ADMET studies while driving innovation and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance scientific capabilities and ensure exce...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $246K *

Drive the technical integrity of development stability studies and reference standards, ensuring compliance and scientific soundness across drug development phases while mentoring teams and influencin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to high-quality veterinary care, where you'll collaborate with skilled professionals in a supportive environment, utilizing advanced tools and resources to enhance patient...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation in product development as a Senior Chemist, leading research projects and formulating cleaners and sanitizers for the dairy and food processing industries while ensuring compliance an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $154K *

Empower innovation by applying your physics and engineering expertise to government security projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to analyze data, conduct assessments, and present strategic recom...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $126K *

Innovate in education by teaching and developing engaging Biological Sciences courses. Collaborate with students and faculty to foster a supportive learning environment, ensuring academic success and...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $170K *

Manage and oversee anatomic pathology operations, ensuring quality specimen processing, training staff, and leading quality improvement initiatives while maintaining accreditation readiness and optimi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $210K *

Shape the future of protein reagent development by leading innovative workflows, establishing robust production processes, and mentoring a dedicated team to ensure high-quality, reproducible results i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $120K *

Lead the development and management of medical equipment programs, ensuring compliance and safety in healthcare technology. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement effective solutions and educate s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $120K *

Drive the future of healthcare technology by managing medical equipment programs, ensuring compliance, and enhancing safety. Collaborate with clinical staff to implement effective solutions and mainta...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation in oligonucleotide synthesis and purification, optimizing processes for high-quality production. Collaborate across teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and mentor technicians in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $273K *

Join a team that's dedicated to executing real-world evidence activities in inflammation programs. Leverage your expertise to support early clinical development phases while producing high-quality sci...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $273K *

Drive impactful epidemiology initiatives in inflammation programs, executing real-world evidence studies to support early clinical development phases. Collaborate closely with sponsors, leveraging exp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $181K *

Optimize advanced analytics solutions by leading data science initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to tackle complex business challenges, and translating insights into actionable str...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $181K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced analytics initiatives that drive business impact. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop machine learning solutions, translating complex data into acti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $168K *

Drive innovative pharmacology research to optimize pipeline assets through in vivo and in vitro studies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support drug development and IND-enabling studies, e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.

  • Do biologist jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    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.

  • What qualifications do biologist jobs typically require?question toggle

    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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    Search Ladders for biologist and related scientific job titles, then review listings for seniority, specialty, compensation, and required experience to identify opportunities aligned with your background.