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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$77K - $107K *

Explore cutting-edge polymeric materials assessment to drive innovations in reliability and performance through experimental studies, mechanical testing, and analysis in a collaborative R&D environmen...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to ensure safe medication use through accurate dispensing, patient education, and collaboration with healthcare professionals, enhancing patient care and safety while participating in qu...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Empower patient care by ensuring safe medication use through accurate dispensing, clinical support, and collaboration with healthcare teams to enhance medication safety and adherence while contributin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$141K - $220K *

Unlock potential by effectively managing maintenance and reliability strategies to enhance operations, drive cost-efficiency, build strong teams, and ensure a sustainable, safe production environment...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the development of cultured dairy products, leveraging deep expertise in fermentation science to drive innovation and commercialization of high-profile projects, ensuring quality and performan...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by leading the development of cultured dairy products, emphasizing quality and commercialization. Collaborate with R&D teams to enhance capabilities and mentor talent while navigating...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$104K - $193K *

Lead and optimize material management processes, ensuring timely procurement, accurate inventory handling, and effective supplier collaboration to enhance production efficiency and customer satisfacti...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$173K - $321K *

Contribute to comprehensive safety strategies across drug development, leading toxicology assessments and guiding decision-making processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage safety li...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $175K *

Join a team that's driving the development of next-gen therapeutic oligonucleotides, optimizing design and characterization strategies while collaborating effectively with cross-functional experts in...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $110K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative R&D projects in coatings. Drive product development from concept to commercialization while mentoring a dynamic lab team and collaborating across departments...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $160K *

Lead operational excellence by managing pharmacy workflow, staffing, and strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency while ensuring compliance and high customer satisfaction. Collaborate with manageme...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $160K *

Drive operational excellence as you ensure superior service and budget compliance, coordinate staffing and technology improvements, and foster strategic planning within a dynamic pharmacy environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $150K *

Champion innovative in vivo research to evaluate novel oncology therapies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to conduct pre-clinical studies, analyze data, and develop models essential for drug...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $89K *

Advance your career by overseeing the operation and maintenance of packaging systems. Lead a team in ensuring high-quality production while optimizing efficiency and safety across filling, labeling, a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative drug delivery systems and medical devices. Collaborate across disciplines to optimize processes, conduct experiments, and ensure compliance while driving proje...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $177K *

Join a team that's redefining discovery informatics by integrating cutting-edge AI and technology platforms, focusing on strategic product management, and driving impactful scientific solutions across...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $220K *

Lead the charge in optimizing distribution networks to enhance efficiency, service performance, and cost-effectiveness. Drive strategic initiatives, evaluate operating models, and implement transforma...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $172K *

Drive financial insights and forecasting for strategic decision-making, collaborating across teams to improve liquidity and cash flow accuracy while supporting operational enhancements in a dynamic fi...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$106K - $126K *

Manage and develop LC-MS/MS analytical methods to support pharmacokinetic studies and bioanalysis, ensuring lab operations and data integrity in a collaborative environment with a focus on efficiency...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $100K *

Transform the delivery of quality professional services by leading a technical team, managing laboratory operations, and ensuring patient care through effective medication therapy management and suppo...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $177K *

Strategize to drive discovery informatics platforms, engaging cross-functional teams to modernize workflows and enhance data management. Lead advanced technology initiatives that empower scientific di...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $177K *

Shape the future of discovery informatics by leading cross-functional projects that enhance scientific workflows and integrate advanced AI technologies, driving impactful innovations across molecular...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $182K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of drug development by leading process chemistry initiatives. Oversee drug substance development, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive strategies fr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $198K *

Join a team that drives the future of superconductivity by developing and implementing advanced characterization workflows. Collaborate with experts in materials science and AI to accelerate high-thro...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $175K *

Drive technical solutions for logistics service providers, mapping workflows to Altana's offerings. Collaborate with Sales, Product, and Engineering to enhance customer experiences and support the sal...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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