Explore Chemist Jobs

Discover chemist opportunities that match your expertise and career goals. Ladders features vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, including positions across research, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, materials science, and chemical manufacturing.

What Chemists Do

Chemists study the composition, properties, and reactions of matter. Depending on their specialty, they may design experiments, develop and test products, analyze samples, interpret data, oversee laboratory operations, or help scale chemical processes for production. Many roles also involve documenting results, maintaining quality standards, and collaborating with scientists, engineers, and business teams.

Common Chemist Specialties

Career paths can include analytical, organic, medicinal, inorganic, physical, polymer, environmental, and process chemistry. Chemists also work in pharmaceutical and biotechnology research, materials development, energy, consumer products, food science, and chemical manufacturing. Senior opportunities may include roles such as principal scientist, research director, laboratory manager, or process development leader.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree in chemistry or a related discipline, with advanced degrees often preferred for research-intensive or leadership positions. Relevant experience may include laboratory methods, instrumentation, experimental design, data analysis, regulatory or quality systems, and technical communication. The qualifications vary by employer, specialty, and level of responsibility.

Find Chemist Roles on Ladders

Browse vetted chemist openings paying $100,000 or more and compare opportunities by specialty, seniority, and employer. Review each listing for compensation, responsibilities, and qualifications to identify roles aligned with your experience and next career move.

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$90K - $110K *

Manage contract reviews and negotiations, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enhance contract performance while providing expe...

Ontario, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $110K *

Shape innovative marketing strategies as a Senior Art Director, leading creative projects that align with client objectives. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful visual content, driving busines...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $196K *

Drive the operational excellence of formulary administration, ensuring compliance and quality control across multiple business lines while collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement strate...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$179K - $211K *

Lead the charge in compliance and regulatory leadership within a dynamic futures exchange. Drive operations and support strategic regulatory goals, protecting customers through effective governance, o...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Empower your career by leading strategic procurement and supply chain operations. Drive efficiency, foster vendor relationships, and enhance customer satisfaction while supporting growth in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $196K *

Lead the charge in driving procurement compliance and strategic initiatives, collaborating across functions to optimize processes and ensure adherence to regulations while supporting business goals an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading centralized resources and programs, driving operational excellence, and fostering a quality mindset across teams. Collaborate with management to enhance patient support...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence in PET blow molding by optimizing processes, enhancing production reliability, and ensuring container quality through technical expertise and hands-on support while collab...

Missouri, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $149K *

Join a dynamic team in evaluating medication prior authorizations while developing clinical criteria and working closely with healthcare providers to ensure quality patient care through evidence-based...

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3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Engage in pivotal regulatory activities and drive compliance strategies supporting late-stage clinical development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality submissions and navig...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Partner with us to lead and enhance compliance efforts, ensuring strategic alignment with business goals while analyzing risks, fostering integrity, and maintaining regulatory standards in a dynamic c...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $120K *

Join a dedicated team to execute precision packaging processes for cutting-edge quantum hardware. You'll handle delicate components, operate complex equipment, and ensure quality through meticulous in...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $119K *

Champion innovative solutions in feed mill operations by defining and prioritizing software capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and customer satisfacti...

Amarillo, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Transform the creative landscape by architecting an AI-powered production pipeline from concept to execution, driving innovative content that captivates and converts across various marketing channels...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining creative production with AI. You will manage the full lifecycle of content development from concept to delivery, leveraging cutting-edge tools to enhance performance acro...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $195K *

Unlock potential by driving sales and business development for innovative bioprocessing solutions. Collaborate with key accounts and internal teams to enhance customer satisfaction and market presence...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$136K - $195K *

Drive revenue growth and market adoption of chromatography columns. Engage with biopharmaceutical manufacturers to support process development and commercialization, while building strong relationship...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $183K *

Grow your career by managing sales in the Upstate New York territory, expanding market share across scientific sectors. Engage with clients, meet sales targets, and develop strategic relationships to...

New York, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $179K *

Drive your career forward by translating complex scientific data into clear regulatory narratives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support drug development and ensure consistent messaging...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$297K - $367K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role driving hospital data integration and compliance. Lead execution of clinical data operations, build relationships, and ensure secure data handling while shaping a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing and optimizing project-level agreements, ensuring compliance and efficiency in contracting processes while supporting global operations and client needs in a dynamic legal...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $220K *

Lead the legal function by managing commercial agreements and advising on compliance. Collaborate with business teams to ensure rapid deal execution while mitigating risks. Drive process improvements...

Johnson City, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Innovate automation strategies by architecting agentic AI capabilities across business functions, enhancing AI fluency, and delivering measurable value through effective execution and KPI governance o...

Ohio, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a chemist do?question toggle

    Chemists investigate matter and chemical reactions. Their work can include conducting experiments, analyzing substances, developing products or processes, interpreting results, and documenting findings.

  • What types of chemist jobs are available?question toggle

    Chemist roles span specialties such as analytical, organic, medicinal, materials, polymer, environmental, and process chemistry, as well as industries including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, energy, and manufacturing.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for chemist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the role. Employers often look for a degree in chemistry or a related field, relevant laboratory or industry experience, and skills in methods, instrumentation, data analysis, and technical reporting. Some research and leadership roles may require an advanced degree.

  • Where do chemists work?question toggle

    Chemists work in laboratories, research organizations, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, chemical manufacturers, government agencies, and businesses developing materials, energy, food, or consumer products.

  • How can I find chemist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional chemist opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare listings by specialty, seniority, employer, compensation, and qualifications.