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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$154K - $231K *

Champion impactful research initiatives that shape product strategy and enhance user experiences. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate insights into actionable recommendations, driving alignmen...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$170K - $220K *

Champion transportation optimization by leading strategic initiatives that enhance service, cost efficiency, and network performance across global operations. Drive innovation in operating models and...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engage with pharmaceutical partners to drive revenue through AI-driven solutions. Build strategic relationships and develop account plans while collaborating across teams. Utilize your sales expertise...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $200K *

Elevate your career by driving sales strategy and execution for a dynamic SaaS portfolio. Lead a high-performing team to achieve revenue growth, optimize pipeline management, and enhance customer acqu...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$116K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading payer negotiations and expanding access across commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid sectors. Drive strategic partnerships and ensure compliance while maximizing patient acces...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$139K - $184K *

Join a team that's committed to driving innovative regulatory projects, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to secure timely submissions and approvals for products in th...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Manage and develop high-speed optical connectivity solutions, collaborating with global teams to identify business opportunities and drive product alignment. Serve as a subject matter expert, represen...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$205K - $225K *

Drive innovative drug-device combination programs from concept to clinic, orchestrating multidisciplinary collaboration while ensuring regulatory compliance and technical excellence, all in a fast-pac...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$330K - $390K *

Join a team that's driving enterprise-level strategic statistical leadership across Biostatistics. You'll oversee programs, mentor statisitians, and ensure collaboration for successful drug developmen...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining theoretical physics through innovative AI tools. Collaborate to develop groundbreaking technology solutions that enhance research, streamline processes, and drive scienti...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing theoretical physics through innovative tech development. Contribute to creating the AI Physicist, enhancing research capabilities with cutting-edge tools and algorit...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K *

Champion project success by leading interdisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions in the biotech and pharma sectors. Drive milestone achievement, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with p...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $155K *

Explore a dynamic role combining application engineering with hands-on field support. Collaborate with customers and teams to troubleshoot and optimize solutions, ensuring successful installations and...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading treasury operations, managing liquidity, and optimizing investment strategies. Drive risk management and compliance while fostering banking relationships in a dynamic finte...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $140K *

Champion operational excellence by managing the production pipeline and partner communications for high-impact programs. Drive efficiency, resolve issues, and ensure timely delivery while collaboratin...

Santa Ana, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$118K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze and ensure compliance with environmental regulations impacting water and wastewater treatment. Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate complex regulatory landscapes an...

Woodbridge, VARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$101K - $197K *

Empower your career by leading global regulatory strategies for medical devices and diagnostics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive market access while mentoring ot...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $166K *

Advance healthcare engagement by deploying virtual and digital tools while effectively addressing HCP inquiries and insights. Enhance patient and caregiver experiences through strategic collaboration...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive revenue cycle optimization by enhancing Epic Professional Billing workflows, collaborating with stakeholders, and resolving claims challenges to improve overall operational efficiency and ensure...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving sales success through strategic planning and effective customer engagement. This role involves building relationships with healthcare professionals to promote p...

Bridgewater, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with impactful identity and access management solutions. Collaborate with teams and clients to enhance security and efficiency through innovative technology implementations and opera...

Tampa, FLRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at key global brand relationships in personal care. Manage diverse accounts, develop sales strategies, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive growth and enhance customer exper...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $124K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful scientific software demonstrations and training. Collaborate with diverse teams to address customer needs and enhance bioinformatics solutions, driving innovati...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$172K - $210K *

Transform regulatory operations by leading submission strategies, managing systems, and ensuring compliance across portfolios while collaborating with cross-functional teams for successful outcomes...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.