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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$82K - $137K *

Transform vaccine manufacturing processes by leading optimization studies and tech transfers. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and enhance production efficiency while ensuring safety and complia...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $140K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic sourcing for CAPEX and MRO categories. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize costs, enhance supplier relationships, and ensure operational excellenc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence through innovative improvements, leveraging Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance manufacturing efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize processes...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $219K *

Drive operational excellence in Clinical Supply Logistics, leading a team to enhance processes, manage vendor relationships, and implement continuous improvements while leveraging data insights for st...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $120K *

Elevate your career by driving Metallurgical advancements through analysis and testing. Collaborate with a dynamic team while ensuring adherence to safety regulations and enhancing processes, contribu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the Toxicology department's daily operations, ensuring compliance and service excellence. Manage staffing, training, and communication while resolving client inquiries and operational issues to m...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $145K *

Help us redefine patient care by effectively managing medication distribution and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal outcomes within an outpatient pharmacy setting...

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3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Create a high-impact marketing systems environment that drives lead management, campaign execution, and revenue measurement. Collaborate across functions to enhance marketing effectiveness and oversee...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Design innovative biotech solutions to enhance crop resistance through research and hands-on experimentation, collaborating across disciplines to integrate insights into effective product development...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$141K - $194K *

Develop and execute clinical supply strategies for global studies, ensuring seamless logistics, compliance, and collaboration across teams. Manage all aspects of supply chain activities from startup t...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing expert pharmacy consulting services, ensuring medication safety, mentoring staff, and delivering clinical healthcare solutions while navigating challenges in...

2 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to provide expert pharmacy consulting and healthcare services, ensuring medication safety and mentoring pharmacy professionals while making a meaningful impact on patient care and...

2 weeks ago

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

$170K - $180K *

Champion the pharmacy operations by overseeing staff, managing patient care, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive excellence in service while fostering relationships with healthcare provide...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $151K *

Drive pharmacy excellence by coaching your team, enhancing patient care through safe practices, and leading pharmacy operations to ensure compliance and efficiency, fostering a welcoming and supportiv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $151K *

Join a dynamic pharmacy team, leading patient care through safe dispensing, counseling, and immunizations. Collaborate with staff to ensure compliance, enhance performance, and foster a positive envir...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $151K *

Serve as a key member of the pharmacy team, ensuring medication safety and effective patient care. Oversee daily operations, support team performance, and enhance patient experiences through compassio...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $168K *

Transform healthcare as a vital Staff Pharmacist, leading the pharmacy team, ensuring safety, and enhancing patient experiences through expert care and compliance with regulations while fostering a po...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $158K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing healthcare access while managing pharmacy operations, ensuring patient safety, regulatory compliance, and staff development. Leverage your expertise to drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $151K *

Optimize patient care by leading pharmacy operations, supporting the team, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of genuine health advocacy, all while delivering quality medication management a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $151K *

Take ownership of pharmacy operations, ensuring safe dispensing, patient care, and team performance while fostering an inclusive environment that enhances the customer experience and meets regulatory...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $151K *

Lead pharmacy operations by enhancing patient care, overseeing the team, and ensuring compliance. Your role includes safe dispensing and fostering a compassionate environment, making a meaningful impa...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $168K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming health care through exceptional patient care and pharmacy excellence. As a Staff Pharmacist, you'll be a vital leader in delivering high-quality service an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $168K *

Join a team that's committed to transforming healthcare by delivering high-quality patient care, managing pharmacy operations, and leading with empathy and expertise to ensure exceptional pharmacy ser...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $168K *

Engage in transforming patient care by leading a pharmacy team, ensuring safe prescription practices, and enhancing patient experiences through genuine compassion and clinical services while optimizin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $168K *

Inspire excellence as a Staff Pharmacist by improving patient health, leading pharmacy operations, and ensuring compliance while fostering a culture of care within your team. Elevate patient experienc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.