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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 - $130K *

Transform post-market surveillance documentation by leading the development and compliance of PSURs and PMSRs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory adherence and mentor junior...

Trumbull, CTRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate patient access by educating healthcare providers on reimbursement tools and processes. Collaborate with HCPs to navigate payer policies and enhance understanding of specialty medicine access c...

Nashville, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$191K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to enhance onchain trading systems, integrating innovative solutions, and optimizing performance for millions of users. Drive impactful changes in a fast-pac...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of tax compliance by managing complex returns, mentoring staff, and fostering client relationships. Collaborate with a dynamic team to navigate tax regulations and deliver strategic s...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of patient access by leading a high-performing team focused on strategic execution and measurable impact in the Psychiatry field. Drive compliance, culture, and collaboration across f...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$186K - $257K *

Help us shape the future of lending technology as a Principal Engineer, driving impactful engineering initiatives and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance our Capital Marketplace systems for op...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $138K *

Help us streamline partner diligence and change management processes, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to enhance partner relationships and support their lendin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $166K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing healthcare engagement by working closely with healthcare providers. In this role, you'll utilize both in-person and digital tools to drive initiatives that im...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Champion best practices in vendor management with a focus on strategic sourcing, risk mitigation, and client relationship cultivation to drive operational excellence and maximum value across client en...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Optimize your career by leading clinical supply logistics for global studies. Oversee project management, stakeholder alignment, and operational strategies to ensure timely delivery of clinical suppli...

North Carolina, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by owning multi-year commodity strategies and leading global sourcing initiatives. Drive cost reduction and supplier performance while leveraging advanced AI for supply chain optimiza...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$218K - $350K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading our subscription business, driving growth and innovation. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer experience and optimize performance, ensuring alignment...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $170K *

Lead the charge in innovative software solutions for healthcare, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance patient care and meet customer needs through cutting-edge technology and creative problem-s...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$156K - $290K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving revenue and enhancing performance through effective leadership and strategic project management in the Capital Equipment Solutions Consulting sector...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to transform client loyalty data into actionable insights, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing customer engagement through innovative data visualization and collaboration w...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Transform document verification solutions by leading ML projects, guiding data scientists, and ensuring high-quality model performance throughout the lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

California City, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $274K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare by acquiring and developing high-revenue accounts in the Ambulatory Care market. Drive strategic relationships with C-level stakeholders and lead co...

Ohio, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $131K *

Optimize global regulatory activities for medical devices, ensuring compliance in labeling, UDI, and product data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product registrations and maintain...

Massachusetts, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical operations through strategic site identification and management. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, track project timelines, and contrib...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Lead the launch of an innovative therapy by building relationships with eye care professionals. Elevate practice integration through education while achieving measurable growth within your territory...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the AmpSeq programme to transform strategic growth into a sustainable global platform. Collaborate across functions to ensure operational excellence, governance, and measurable impact while manag...

Middleton, WIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$182K - $288K *

Lead the charge in embedding security into the software development lifecycle, scaling secure standards across engineering. Collaborate broadly within teams to promote a 'secure by default' culture wh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive business success by managing customer relationships and achieving sales goals. Collaborate with teams to enhance market presence and leverage insights for strategic growth in the natural channel...

Livermore, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining a global team focused on clinical research compliance. You will negotiate and interpret informed consent for biospecimens, shaping the future of precision medicine and ensu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives and manage high-stakes supplier relationships across Indirect Procurement categories. Lead negotiations, develop category strategies, and mentor junior staff to op...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.