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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$120K - $195K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by managing a diverse clinical team across regions, ensuring timely and quality clinical deliverables while driving strategic initiatives and fostering talent...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Advance the Enterprise Architecture function by leading strategic pursuits, building foundational assets, and bridging customer needs with product development to drive integration success and elevate...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $139K *

Lead the charge in building vibrant customer communities and executing an impactful Employee Advocacy program. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance engagement, share insights, and ensure a unifie...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$233K - $336K *

Lead the establishment of a foundational Enterprise Architecture function, shaping technical strategies and integration narratives for strategic pursuits while enabling sales and product alignment at...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $180K *

Transform user experiences by developing innovative web applications with cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create exceptional battery analytics software for leadin...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Unlock the potential of crypto intelligence by owning in-depth analyses of DPRK and Chinese financial threats, tracing illicit networks, and producing actionable insights for stakeholders across the g...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in promoting products to community practices and health systems. Develop relationships across various departments, ensuring education and training while exceeding sales goals in a dyna...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $135K *

Reimagine sales possibilities by driving user activation on a transformative platform, utilizing strategic outbound and inbound techniques, while fostering strong relationships and enhancing client ex...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $107K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful spend analytics and supplier performance insights, driving strategic procurement initiatives and enhancing operational efficiency within a globa...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $107K *

Drive sales growth by cultivating relationships with B2B partners, providing exceptional service, and promoting brand awareness in the assigned territory. Collaborate with industry professionals to ma...

Boston, MARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Oversee the operational planning and execution of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while managing cross-functional teams to meet project timelines, budgets, and quality o...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $250K *

Lead identity and permissions management as you shape a user-centric platform, balancing complexity with simplicity to empower teams and drive product vision in a dynamic fintech environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join us to lead complex safety projects, collaborate globally, and implement pharmacovigilance practices, ensuring product safety and efficacy while working independently and managing day-to-day CEC/D...

North Carolina, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of wealth management by leading investment strategies for High Net Worth clients. Drive AUM growth, manage portfolios, and deliver tailored investment solutions while collaborating wi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive the enhancement of Compliance Monitoring and Testing programs, ensuring regulatory alignment and effective risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve operational efficiency and su...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $105K *

Elevate the business impact by transforming complex datasets into clear insights and actionable reports. Collaborate across teams to ensure accurate performance metrics drive decision-making and foste...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join us to independently manage field service activities, ensuring the reliability and performance of life-saving medical devices. This role requires significant travel and offers the opportunity to m...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion the installation, maintenance, and repair of life-saving medical devices. Manage service activities independently within a designated region, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction thr...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $256K *

Shape the future of data engineering by architecting scalable, cloud-native data platforms on Azure and Databricks. Influence the organization’s data practices to leverage AI-driven insights, driving...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$180K - $220K *

Transform global in vitro scientific operations by leading expansive teams and driving innovation across oncology and immunology studies. Ensure operational excellence, harmonize multi-site workflows...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $211K *

Lead the charge in establishing digital quality strategies and embedding best practices within agile software delivery, ensuring compliance and performance across internal and external platforms while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $155K *

Lead the charge in defining and optimizing global ICSR processes, ensuring compliance and quality in pharmacovigilance operations. Collaborate across teams to enhance safety standards and drive contin...

Research Triangle Park, NCRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $150K *

Shape the future of healthcare connectivity by leading product strategy and delivery for advanced imaging solutions. Leverage your expertise in DICOM, FHIR, and cloud technologies to drive innovation...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to precision and efficiency in accounting. Lead the monthly close process, manage reconciliations, and collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment, ensuring...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming patient care by executing strategic business plans and driving sales initiatives across a broad geographical region. Develop relationships with healthcare...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week 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.