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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining automation workflows across IT systems and SaaS platforms. Collaborate with teams to develop integrations and optimize processes, enhancing operational ef...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career as a Product Manager, driving strategy and lifecycle management across a hardware portfolio. Collaborate cross-functionally to innovate, optimize solutions, and ensure delivery...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$193K - $228K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $155K *

Drive innovation as you develop and deploy cutting-edge AI solutions that enhance advertising measurement products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to maximize ROI and shape technology at sc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$198K - $368K *

Engineer cutting-edge AI solutions through strategic leadership in IR research, driving innovation in search and knowledge systems while building and mentoring high-performing teams to deliver impactf...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $250K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Drive the design and implementation of impactful data products, enhancing CREW's intelligence platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate stakeholder needs into effective solutions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $100K *

Deliver innovative solutions by supporting the implementation and configuration of digital banking products. Collaborate with clients and teams to troubleshoot issues, ensure quality, and achieve succ...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$67K - $149K *

Empower a high-performing team to manage complaints and appeals, ensuring compliance with regulations. Lead policy development and operational oversight to enhance service quality and drive organizati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Engage with healthcare professionals to drive strategic sales across diverse markets. Cultivate relationships and utilize data-driven insights to exceed sales goals while collaborating effectively wit...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$242K - $499K *

Drive the technical strategy and execution of our indexing infrastructure to enhance relevance and efficiency across various platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize architectur...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $235K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $184K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

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

$80K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $197K *

Lead the charge in defining product strategy and roadmap, translating business objectives into actionable plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation and operati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$146K - $182K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $140K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $334K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $192K *

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  •   5 - 7 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.