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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$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering comprehensive pharmaceutical care across various settings. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure safe medication practices, optimize patient ou...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join us to provide essential pharmaceutical services, ensuring safe and effective medication management for Outpatient Veterans. Collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize drug therapy and enhance...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $135K *

Innovate cost engineering strategies to enhance project performance across diverse capital initiatives. Collaborate with teams to establish budgets, analyze costs, and mitigate risks, ensuring financi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of pharmacy operations by leading a team to ensure quality care, drive business growth, and enhance customer satisfaction through effective management and collaboration with healthcar...

1 week ago

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

$86K - $146K *

Champion customer success by managing key accounts, driving growth, and enhancing satisfaction through strategic engagement and consultative support. Leverage your expertise to mentor peers and execut...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$66K - $124K *

Transform the future of oncology by executing in vivo techniques to support the development of novel therapeutics. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure high-quality data and adherence to safety r...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading analytical chemistry projects, developing LC-MS methods, and mentoring junior scientists. Collaborate with teams to enhance assay development and ensure compliance with reg...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Empower innovation as a key technical contributor, leading formulation strategies and driving product development. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, quality, and compliance while mentor...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate ambulatory pharmacy operations by planning and supervising all pharmacy and financial activities to ensure compliance with regulations while promoting top-notch patient care and operational ex...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to creating exceptional customer experiences while ensuring compliance and operational excellence. Lead pharmacy operations, inspire associates, and achieve sales goals in...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Elevate project execution by leading capital, construction, and process improvement initiatives from concept to completion while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards in a collaborativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $184K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance CCI in packaging and medical devices, driving innovation and method development while providing critical support to late-stage projects and global manufacturing operatio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $124K *

Engineer innovative chemical processes to enhance safety and efficiency in plant operations. Lead optimization efforts for environmental control systems and provide technical support across department...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage pharmaceutical selections, support clinical programs, and ensure effective communication in a virtual environment, enhancing patient care while working collaborativel...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform pharmaceutical management through clinical expertise, guiding prior authorization decisions and supporting formulary management while collaborating with healthcare professionals in a virtual...

Reposted yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical care by leading clinical initiatives, evaluating medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes in a flexible virtual environment...

Reposted yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Analyze clinical data and manage pharmaceutical utilization in support of core programs. Collaborate with healthcare teams to evaluate medical necessity, provide resources, and guide coverage decision...

Reposted yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower clinical outcomes by managing pharmaceutical utilization, conducting detailed data analysis, and supporting formulary management, all while working virtually and collaborating with healthcare...

Reposted yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Reimagine pharmaceutical care by overseeing prior authorization processes, collaborating with medical teams, and delivering expert guidance in managed care settings while utilizing clinical data to en...

Reposted yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Advance patient care by leading the management of pharmaceuticals, ensuring optimal utilization and compliance within clinical programs. Collaborate on drug approvals, conduct therapeutic reviews, and...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$97K - $152K *

Drive operational excellence by leading continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing employee engagement, and leveraging Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to execute strategic manufacturing goals and...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive assay optimization and validation for proteins, ensuring high-quality data management and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment. Contribute to method development and support...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform application development by leading innovative projects in PWR technology. Collaborate across teams to optimize methods, support customers, and drive product improvements in a dynamic R&D env...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Collaborate to optimize end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations while managing supplier relationships, inventory levels, and cross-functional teams to meet product...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee downstream mRNA production in a cGMP environment. Lead operations, ensure quality compliance, and drive continuous improvement while managing a dedicated team in a fast...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.