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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$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

$80K - $95K *

Oversee and enhance raw material testing operations, ensuring compliance and quality in analytical chemistry. Lead a team to drive continuous improvement and maintain laboratory standards in a fast-pa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $143K *

Transform the future of therapeutics by developing innovative antibody-oligonucleotide conjugates. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance biologic therapies targeting specific tissues, dri...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to safe and efficient production operations, leading teams to meet customer demands and maintain quality standards while optimizing processes for growth and compliance acr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of healthcare by managing pharmacy programs that improve medication therapy for members. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance health outcomes while ensuring cost-effective access...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of pharmacy programs by managing operations, enhancing member health, and optimizing resources while leading a dedicated team to improve medication therapy outcomes and cost-effective...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

Drive excellence in medication therapy management while optimizing healthcare resources. Lead a dynamic team to develop impactful pharmacy programs enhancing health outcomes for members, ensuring qual...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Advance healthcare outcomes by leading pharmacy programs that optimize medication therapy for members, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness while managing operations and collaborating with stakehol...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of pharmacy care by managing operations and leading a team to enhance member health outcomes through innovative medication programs and data analysis, ensuring optimal resource use an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Oversee the development and assessment of clinical pharmacy programs to enhance health outcomes and optimize resources for members, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive quali...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by managing clinical pharmacy programs to enhance member health outcomes. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, optimize healthcare resources, and drive initiatives for effective...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Empower health outcomes by managing clinical pharmacy programs to enhance cost-effectiveness and quality of care. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders while leading a team to drive innovative medicat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform regulatory compliance and pharmacy operations by overseeing licensing, accreditation, and audits. Collaborate with clinical leaders to develop scalable practices while ensuring adherence to...

6 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Engage in transformative drug development by providing expert nonclinical pharmacology and toxicology leadership. Collaborate across teams to enhance drug candidate evaluation, regulatory submissions...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform manufacturing processes by providing expert chemical engineering support for electroplating, PTFE coating, and wastewater treatment, driving safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement ac...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $163K *

Elevate your career by overseeing medication management and compounding in a dynamic pharmacy environment. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient care while supervising pharmacy t...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

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

$82K - $92K *

Drive innovative research in computational chemistry by executing free energy calculations and developing methods to enhance drug discovery. Collaborate with a diverse team to interpret results and pr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of animal health by developing and optimizing pharmaceutical formulations and processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring innovative products to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $140K *

Lead the charge in advancing integrated Mine Water Management expertise, supporting diverse projects across Canada and internationally. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle geochemical challenges...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $140K *

Empower sustainable mining practices by leveraging geochemical expertise to assess and manage mine water impacts. Collaborate with a dynamic team on projects across Canada and internationally, enhanci...

Kelowna, BCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Mine Water Management. As a Geochemist, you'll support diverse projects across Canada and internationally, enhancing your skills in geochemistry and environmen...

Nanaimo, BCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team of geoscientists to enhance integrated Mine Water Management expertise. Support diverse projects across Canada and internationally, focusing on Acid Rock Drainage and Metal Leachin...

Kamloops, BCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$185K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading lipid process chemistry for GMP manufacturing, overseeing development and scale-up of novel lipid components. Collaborate with CDMOs and cross-functional teams to ensure re...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's building a comprehensive Quality Control program from the ground up. You'll leverage your fragrance expertise to ensure raw materials and finished products meet the highest standard...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $100K *

Drive analytical excellence by leading chemical threat and food testing initiatives. Engage in sample analysis, method development, and instrument maintenance while collaborating with first responders...

1 week ago

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

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.