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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$84K - $127K *

Unlock potential by applying your engineering expertise to evaluate and enhance bioprocessing technologies. This role supports product development and customer success through hands-on experimentation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $110K *

Manage and oversee the operations of top-tier research laboratories, ensuring efficient financial planning, grant management, and personnel support while fostering collaboration and communication with...

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and optimization of scalable synthetic routes for peptide drug substances, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards while collaborating across teams and managing external manu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to manage patient drug therapy, dispense medications, and collaborate with healthcare professionals. Utilize your expertise to ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Champion production excellence by owning performance metrics, optimizing artificial lift, and driving cost efficiency in a dynamic team environment. Leverage data and AI tools to enhance decision-maki...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of IMP labeling processes, ensuring compliance with global regulations and quality standards while collaborating cross-functionally to support clinical trial timelines and enhance label...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

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  •   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...

5 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...

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  •   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...

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  •   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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of chemist jobs can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    You can explore professional chemist opportunities across specialties such as analytical, organic, medicinal, materials, and formulation chemistry. Available titles and openings vary by employer and location.

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    Requirements depend on the role. Many employers seek a degree in chemistry or a related field, laboratory or industry experience, and relevant technical skills. Senior research positions may require an advanced degree or specialized expertise.

  • Which industries hire chemists?question toggle

    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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    Senior roles may value expertise in experimental design, analytical instrumentation, chemical synthesis, data interpretation, documentation, laboratory safety, and cross-functional or team leadership. Specific needs vary by specialty.

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