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 - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming our supply chain operations by sourcing critical materials, managing contract manufacturers, and optimizing costs. Drive strategic initiatives to ensure a resilient and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $161K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring drug safety, evaluating adverse events, and managing risk. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to uphold compliance while driving safety monitoring and p...

Waltham, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Engage in strategic leadership of the Bulldog Club, overseeing fundraising initiatives, donor relations, and principal giving programs to enhance support for Mississippi State Athletics and its studen...

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

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of innovative formulation R&D across diverse food platforms, ensuring product viability and commercial success through collaboration with cross-functional teams for rapid market entry a...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to lead innovative formulation development that transforms concepts into market-ready products across diverse food systems, driving commercial success through strategic collaboration a...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$142K - $287K *

Champion clinical pharmacy services by driving quality initiatives, overseeing staff, and implementing educational programs to enhance medication management and patient care across multidisciplinary t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$164K - $246K *

Champion innovative medicinal chemistry solutions driving small-molecule drug discovery. Lead multidisciplinary teams to optimize drug candidates, mentor talent, and advance research goals through str...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $160K *

Champion the design and lifecycle management of packaging systems for clinical and commercial cell therapy products, ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory standards while maintaining product int...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $215K *

Elevate your career by leading high-throughput in vitro ADME assay development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in drug discovery, ensuring data integrity and operational e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $115K *

Develop and lead the commissioning and qualification of biopharmaceutical systems, ensuring compliance with cGMP standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams for project execution and deliver hi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $115K *

Champion the validation of biopharmaceutical systems, guiding teams through commissioning and qualification processes while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and project timelines...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing biopharmaceutical processes. As a Junior CQV Engineer, you'll provide leadership in validation projects, ensuring compliance and quality in commissioning and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $115K *

Shape the future of biopharmaceutical engineering by leading qualification processes, guiding teams, and ensuring compliance with cGMP standards while developing innovative solutions for complex biopr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $115K *

Elevate your career by contributing to the validation of critical bioprocess systems. You'll lead a team while ensuring compliance with industry standards and collaborating across departments to drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of biopharmaceutical engineering by leading the commissioning, qualification, and validation of innovative bioprocess systems. Drive project success in a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$122K - $165K *

Champion optimal patient outcomes by reviewing medication orders, collaborating with healthcare teams, and providing evidence-based recommendations for safe medication use in a home delivery setting...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $209K *

Unlock potential by applying engineering principles to design and optimize chemical processes, ensuring scalable solutions for clinical materials while collaborating across teams in a regulated enviro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K *

Innovate your career as a clinical pharmacist, providing direct patient care and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance medication management in emergency medicine...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K - $189K *

Lead the charge in transforming pharmacy services by managing a dedicated team to enhance patient care and operational excellence, while navigating challenges, overseeing compliance, and fostering a c...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform pharmacy practice by managing operations, enhancing customer service, and ensuring regulatory compliance while optimizing financial performance and developing team capabilities to achieve sa...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $176K *

Lead the charge in transforming pharmacy care by cultivating an empowered team dedicated to exceptional patient experiences and operational excellence while ensuring compliance and safety in all pract...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $179K *

Unlock the potential of bioanalytical science by overseeing CRO functions, managing method development and validation, and guiding preclinical and clinical teams to deliver quality results and ensure...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of pharmacy collaboration by managing a robust partner network. You’ll establish standards, negotiate terms, and ensure seamless operations as you drive strategic growth and maintain...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform the pharmacy landscape by leading a dedicated team, optimizing operations, and ensuring compliance. Drive patient care excellence while managing inventory and enhancing service delivery in a...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of pharmacy operations by maximizing financial performance, ensuring compliance with laws, and delivering exceptional customer service while leading your team to achieve strategic goals...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.