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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$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
$135K - $168K *
Unlock your potential as a Staff Pharmacist, leading pharmacy operations and enhancing patient care. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure safety, support patient health, and navigate the evolving...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$124K - $158K *
Elevate your career by leading pharmacy operations, ensuring patient care excellence, and coaching team members. Support medication management and compliance while enhancing patient interactions in a...
4 weeks ago
Pharmacist Full Time or Part Time - Gonzales, CA
$136K - $156K *
Transform patient care by delivering expert pharmaceutical services in a warm, community-driven pharmacy. Contribute to a supportive team environment and foster positive relationships with patients an...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Clinical Pharmacologist
$130K - $155K *
Pioneer innovative scientific research in Clinical Pharmacology to achieve project goals. Lead PK/PD initiatives, develop new techniques, and integrate the latest regulatory advances into clinical dev...
3 weeks ago
Senior Principal Scientist, Quantitative Biosciences
$214K - $337K *
Shape the future of mass spectrometry and pharmacology through scientific leadership, guiding assay development, and fostering collaboration to drive impactful drug discovery across multidisciplinary...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Account Director (Medical Affairs)
$155K - $175K *
Lead the charge in client partnerships while driving strategic growth and team development. Utilize your expertise to deliver impactful insights and solutions in a fast-paced, evolving environment, en...
Reposted 3 days ago
Pharmacist - $15,000 Sign-On Bonus & Relocation
$108K - $130K *
Unlock potential by delivering expert pharmacy consulting and patient education while ensuring medication safety. Mentor team members and embrace growth in a collaborative and service-driven environme...
2 weeks ago
Development Scientist, Panadol
$89K - $123K *
Unlock potential by driving formulation development for global OTC products. Collaborate across R&D to innovate and optimize oral solid dosage formulations, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $126K *
Drive the development of a new supply chain function, overseeing order management from placement to installation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create an integrated view of supplier relat...
Reposted 3 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Empower quality control in fragrance production by building an end-to-end program; leverage olfactive expertise to ensure excellence in raw materials and finished goods, making impactful decisions tha...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Calibration Service Engineer- Laboratory
$77K - $97K *
Transform laboratory operations by ensuring optimal performance of complex analytical equipment through calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Collaborate with teams to uphold compliance and e...
Today
$90K - $110K *
Contribute to the accounting operations by managing the general ledger, preparing financial statements, and supporting audits. Collaborate effectively across departments to ensure compliance with acco...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform the future of research by driving innovative solutions and data analysis. Collaborate across teams to enhance methodologies, troubleshoot issues, and communicate insights effectively, all wh...
Reposted 2 days ago
$108K - $135K *
Unlock potential by overseeing pharmaceutical services, ensuring quality care, and supporting clinical functions in a dynamic hospital environment. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform patient care by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize medication use, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while providing education and support to patients and car...
Today
Inventory Supervisor, Home Delivery Pharm Ops
$60K - $107K *
Lead the charge in optimizing pharmacy inventory operations. Oversee team dynamics, ensuring accurate inventory management, compliance with regulatory standards, and continuous improvement in operatio...
2 weeks ago
Process Scientist - Cell Therapy
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by designing and optimizing upstream cell culture processes, supporting technology transfers, and collaborating with clients to enhance project outcomes in a dynamic manufacturing env...
1 week ago
Engineer I, Research Operations (2nd Shift)
$75K - $100K *
Accelerate progress at our high-throughput Research Operations team by leveraging your scientific expertise and troubleshooting skills. Contribute to innovative laboratory workflows and drive efficien...
Reposted 3 days ago
$156K - $184K *
Analyze pharmacokinetic data to support clinical and nonclinical studies, ensuring accurate execution of deliverables. Collaborate on regulatory submissions and contribute to report authoring while ad...
2 weeks ago
Analytical & Measurement Science - Scientist PhD
$140K *
Unlock potential by driving scientific innovation in Feminine Care through hands-on experimentation, data analysis, and collaboration. Contribute to impactful product development and enhance measureme...
1 week ago
Engineer - Packaging Compliance
$75K - $90K *
Transform packaging compliance by executing EPR programs, ensuring regulatory adherence, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and business continuity in North...
1 week ago
Principal Scientist I - In vivo Preclinical Development
$130K - $155K *
Join a team that's pioneering innovative bioanalytical strategies in preclinical development, driving the advancement of targeted lipid nanoparticle therapies for autoimmune disorders through expert i...
5 days ago
$66K - $122K *
Oversee pharmacy operations in a healthcare setting, ensuring compliance with regulations while delivering high-quality patient care. Utilize pharmaceutical expertise, lead a team, and enhance patient...
3 weeks ago
Vice President of Specialty Pharmacy & Wholesaler Channel Management
$274K - $456K *
Deliver strategic leadership in Specialty Pharmacy and Wholesaler Channel Management, ensuring effective access and distribution of products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate comple...
Today
What types of chemist jobs can I find on Ladders?
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.
What qualifications do employers look for in chemists?
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?
Chemists are employed in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemical manufacturing, materials science, consumer products, energy, food and beverage, environmental services, government, and research organizations.
What skills are useful for senior chemist roles?
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.
How can I find chemist jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Use Ladders to explore vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, and review each listing for its compensation details, qualifications, and responsibilities.