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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$156K - $214K *

Lead the charge in driving innovation within experimental soft materials, managing a multidisciplinary team, and developing cutting-edge workflows that bridge science and technology for impactful form...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $125K *

Champion process improvement and ensure safety and quality in chemical manufacturing. Lead technical support, optimize operations, and manage projects to enhance productivity and compliance in a dynam...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading logistics operations, managing 3PL partnerships, and ensuring compliance across domestic and international supply chains. Drive efficiency and productivity while supporting...

4 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's driving supply chain excellence by leading planning, purchasing, and inventory management. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment with demand forecasts and optimize the...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $228K *

Drive strategic marketing leadership across Pharma Ingredients, aligning teams to harness market insights for innovation and portfolio optimization. Lead a diverse product line to enhance long-term va...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$137K - $228K *

Unlock market-led growth by leading strategic marketing across a diverse portfolio, integrating insights and innovation to drive decision-making and sustainable value in a global, fast-paced environme...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$204K - $319K *

Shape and oversee accurate external financial reporting, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations while partnering cross-functionally to enhance strategic decision-making and drive high...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $116K *

Innovate effective processes as a Process Engineer, enhancing manufacturing performance through data-driven solutions and teamwork in a dynamic plant environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career in pharmacy by ensuring accurate dispensing and customer care. You'll lead technicians, manage inventory, and maintain compliance while providing essential medication advice and se...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Champion the ethical compounding and dispensing of pharmaceuticals. Provide expert medication consultations and oversee pharmacy operations and team effectiveness to ensure excellent customer service...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$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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  •   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...

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  •   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 6 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

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    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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