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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$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

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in analytical development, overseeing drug substance and product strategies. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and performance, while mentoring a high-performing analytical...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $215K *

Lead the charge in developing a cutting-edge compliance program for consumer financial products. You'll oversee a team, drive strategy, and ensure adherence to regulations in a fast-paced, innovative...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$298K - $340K *

Join a dynamic team to lead strategic statistical programming initiatives, ensuring top-quality deliverables and compliance across diverse clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional partners t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $146K *

Elevate sourcing strategies by managing direct materials procurement, collaborating with suppliers, and driving sustainability initiatives to enhance cost, quality, and service while ensuring complian...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$96K - $118K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and manage supply chain contracting strategies that optimize costs and enhance value for member pharmacies. This role involves supplier negotiations, category performanc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$189K - $246K *

Champion specialty pharmacy operations by leading account management, trade, and distribution efforts. Drive strategic partnerships and operational improvements to enhance patient access and service q...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Oversee the direct-to-consumer business, driving revenue, customer experience, and strategy. Lead the team and execute growth initiatives while managing the entirety of operations, technology, and ana...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $123K *

Unlock potential by managing complex contract lifecycles while ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to streamline processes and enhance pricing strat...

Morristown, NJRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $199K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing neuroscience by driving sales and fostering relationships with healthcare providers. Utilize your expertise to promote innovative migraine therapies and enhan...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Manage comprehensive pharmacy services, ensuring optimal patient care and operational efficiency. Lead and mentor pharmacy staff, develop programs, and collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance med...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform freight movement data into insights by developing and maintaining robust data pipelines using Python, SQL, and AWS services. Collaborate across teams to drive innovations in analytics and ma...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $100K *

Champion sales growth by implementing strategic marketing initiatives and delivering impactful presentations to healthcare professionals. Drive results through effective territory management and custo...

Bridgewater, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$62K - $106K *

Champion the Inventory Management team by leading specialists, resolving complex issues, and driving strategic direction. Foster collaboration across departments to enhance inventory efficiency and pr...

California, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by ensuring data accuracy in a conversational analytics platform. Collaborate with Product Management, Data Science, and Engineering to enhance user queries and improve data represent...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining risk engineering by leveraging your expertise to assess and enhance resilience in the chemical and energy sectors. Collaborate with industry leaders to deliver practical...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the creation and enhancement of high-quality technical documentation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate complex information into user-friendly content that improves the overa...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Advance the adoption of cutting-edge prostate cancer imaging solutions while leading site activations, enhancing workflows, and ensuring optimal product utilization in the oncology sector, supporting...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $215K *

Drive regional sales success by leading launch execution, building high-performing teams, and fostering customer relationships. Leverage strong business acumen and collaborative skills to achieve sale...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Explore new opportunities as you drive growth in our driver network, working closely with cross-functional teams to strategize, implement, and scale initiatives that optimize onboarding and activation...

Ventura, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$174K - $374K *

Champion high-quality medical care by providing clinical expertise in policy and operations. Lead transactional reviews and collaborate with diverse teams to enhance healthcare delivery and efficiency...

Connecticut, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$67K - $182K *

Elevate compliance standards by partnering with leadership to ensure regulatory alignment across commercial segments. Drive initiatives, mitigate risks, and foster a culture of ethics through collabor...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing payroll solutions by driving product initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and defining strategic roadmaps to deliver innovative infrastructure that empo...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative projects and collaborating across teams to drive impactful solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape processes and enhance operational efficiency...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.