Explore Chemist Jobs Paying $100K or More

Find chemist jobs for experienced professionals on Ladders. Explore vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more across pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemicals, materials science, manufacturing, and research. Whether you specialize in analytical chemistry, organic synthesis, formulation, or process development, discover roles where your scientific expertise can make an impact.

What Chemists Do

Chemists study the composition, properties, and reactions of substances. Depending on their specialty and industry, they may design experiments, develop and test products, analyze samples, improve manufacturing processes, or translate research findings into practical applications. Senior chemists often lead projects, guide laboratory teams, interpret complex data, and collaborate with colleagues in engineering, quality, regulatory affairs, and product development.

Common Chemist Specialties

Chemistry careers span a wide range of disciplines. Common specialties include analytical chemistry, organic and medicinal chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, polymer and materials chemistry, and biochemistry. Job titles may include senior chemist, research chemist, analytical chemist, medicinal chemist, formulation scientist, and principal scientist. The responsibilities and qualifications vary by employer, field, and level of seniority.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly look for a strong foundation in chemistry, hands-on laboratory experience, and the ability to plan experiments and communicate results. Depending on the role, useful skills may include spectroscopy, chromatography, mass spectrometry, method development, chemical synthesis, statistical analysis, and laboratory safety. Advanced positions may require a master’s degree or PhD, a record of research, specialized technical expertise, or experience leading teams and projects.

Industries That Hire Chemists

Chemists work in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, chemical manufacturers, consumer goods, energy, food and beverage, environmental services, government, and academic or nonprofit research. Opportunities may focus on discovering new compounds, improving product performance, ensuring quality, supporting regulatory requirements, or scaling processes from the laboratory to production.

Find Your Next Chemist Role

Browse chemist jobs on Ladders to find opportunities suited to your experience and career goals. Review job requirements, compare roles by specialty and seniority, and explore vetted professional positions that meet Ladders’ $100,000-or-more salary focus.

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$80K - $95K *

Lead analytical testing initiatives, ensuring compliance with cGMP guidelines while mentoring junior chemists. Collaborate on method development and validation for drug products, contributing to regul...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in advancing laboratory diagnostics by conducting complex tests, mentoring junior scientists, and driving quality improvements to ensure data accuracy and reliability in a collaborativ...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $134K *

Partner with us to enhance manufacturing operations as you provide vital process engineering support, driving improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency while troubleshooting challenges in a dyna...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$97K - $152K *

Optimize chemical processes and enhance safety measures by providing expert engineering support and continuous improvement strategies within a high hazard manufacturing environment, focusing on proces...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$73K - $115K *

Advance mining operations by providing technical and process support, ensuring safety and productivity through optimization, inspection, and collaboration in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $190K *

Lead strategic marketing initiatives in a dynamic environment to drive Pharma Solutions' growth by engaging stakeholders and translating complex science into impactful marketing programs that support...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $190K *

Shape global marketing strategies to drive engagement and growth in Pharma Solutions. Collaborate with portfolio leaders to translate scientific innovations into compelling customer value propositions...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $176K *

Take ownership of sterile compounding oversight, ensuring compliance and quality. Provide in-room support, real-time verification, and staff training to enhance safety and efficiency in pharmacy opera...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$168K - $246K *

Innovate cutting-edge computational workflows for small molecule drug discovery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate advanced cheminformatics and machine learning methods, driving imp...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$141K - $220K *

Transform the environmental landscape by leading compliance and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to regulations while driving sustainable practices across multiple fac...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $206K *

Pioneer sustainable environmental strategies that ensure regulatory compliance and drive EHS excellence. Engage leadership and provide expert guidance in a high-impact role, shaping the environmental...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of pharmaceutical engineering by providing expert support in continuous manufacturing processes, ensuring timely project delivery and collaboration across teams to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Lead innovative continuous manufacturing processes, providing engineering support for R&D and ensuring excellence in API development and technical transfers while fostering strong collaborations acros...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$186K - $266K *

Elevate Specialty Chemicals R&D by leading innovative development, scaling processes, and ensuring manufacturing readiness. Drive strategic growth through technical foresight and collaboration across...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of pharmacy services by providing expert patient care, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading a team of pharmacy technicians to deliver exceptional service and support to t...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Invent user experiences that simplify complex workflows in a rapidly growing healthcare platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evolve the design system, enhancing utility and accessibili...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join our dynamic team to shape the future of healthcare marketing technology. Leverage your design skills to create intuitive interfaces, enhancing user experience and driving impact in a rapidly evol...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to redefine product design and user experience for a cutting-edge healthcare marketing platform, driving innovation in B2B software with AI features and intuitive interfaces that s...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the user experience of a cutting-edge platform. Lead design initiatives from concept to implementation, ensuring intuitive interfaces that enhance complex workflows in the...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Design intuitive user experiences for a growing healthcare platform. Collaborate with product, engineering, and data teams to transform complex workflows into accessible, engaging interfaces that set...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to own product design and user experience for an enterprise healthcare platform, creating intuitive interfaces that simplify complex workflows while collaborating closely with prod...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $220K *

Join a team that's pioneering advanced formulations for critical national security applications. Lead experimental research, align strategies with national priorities, and mentor an interdisciplinary...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$138K - $198K *

Lead innovative research in analytical chemistry, driving advancements in material behavior, contamination, and risk prevention. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, translating complex data into...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $122K *

Contribute to the design and optimization of chemical processes, scalable from lab to production, focusing on efficiency and quality improvements while collaborating across departments for seamless te...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $172K *

Elevate your career by providing expert consulting in non-metallic materials engineering. Collaborate on technical support, project execution, and quality assurance while ensuring safety and effective...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    You can explore professional chemist opportunities across specialties such as analytical, organic, medicinal, materials, and formulation chemistry. Available titles and openings vary by employer and location.

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    Requirements depend on the role. Many employers seek a degree in chemistry or a related field, laboratory or industry experience, and relevant technical skills. Senior research positions may require an advanced degree or specialized expertise.

  • Which industries hire chemists?question toggle

    Chemists are employed in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemical manufacturing, materials science, consumer products, energy, food and beverage, environmental services, government, and research organizations.

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    Senior roles may value expertise in experimental design, analytical instrumentation, chemical synthesis, data interpretation, documentation, laboratory safety, and cross-functional or team leadership. Specific needs vary by specialty.

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