Welcome to Ladders - Your Destination for Chief Scientist Jobs

Here on Ladders, we've curated a selection of the best Chief Scientist roles available in the industry. All the jobs listed offer lucrative remuneration, guaranteeing an income of $100,000 or more.

Why Choose a Chief Scientist Job?

Chief Scientist roles are key in driving innovation in any corporation. As a Chief Scientist, you'll be at the forefront of R&D, leading exciting projects, and pushing boundaries in your field.

How We Choose Chief Scientist Jobs

Every job on Ladders is vetted for authenticity and the professional requirement. You're only going to see Chief Scientist jobs offering $100,000 or more.

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$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to lead complex AI projects and strategies, collaborating with executive stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and drive organizational success through expert advisory roles a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of operational excellence in a large federal IT program, leading teams in service delivery, compliance, and performance metrics while leveraging AI innovations to enhance processes and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the enterprise architecture strategy to craft cutting-edge cloud solutions. You'll collaborate across technical domains, driving modernization initiatives and ensuring alig...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $108K *

Empower project success by leading cross-functional teams to deliver software implementations on time and within budget. Drive project planning, customer engagement, and risk management to ensure alig...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Drive complex federal platform initiatives, enhancing security, compliance, and infrastructure through innovative engineering solutions and cross-functional leadership...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading clinical review audits, managing operations, and ensuring quality outcomes. Utilize your nursing expertise to support remote staff and drive strategic initiativ...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative penetration testing efforts across web applications and APIs. Collaborate with engineering teams to identify and remediate vulnerabilities, ensuring robust secur...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate your career as a Principal Data Engineer, leading the design and development of innovative data pipelines while mentoring a skilled team to achieve scalable data infrastructure aligned with...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead a dynamic team as a Supervisory Patent Examiner, shaping the future of patent examination by innovating processes, testing new ideas, and guiding legal interpretations within a collaborative envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$141K - $186K *

Transform critical Pharma R&D data stewardship, leading a team to ensure quality, compliance, and usability. Collaborate cross-functionally to operationalize standards, resolve data issues, and turn d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $149K *

Lead the strategy and execution of upstream intelligence products, shaping customer decision-making using data and AI. Collaborate across teams to create impact-driven solutions that redefine agribusi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join us in tackling the challenges of AI supply chain security as you oversee a critical vulnerabilities pipeline, influence cross-industry collaboration, and lead efforts to enhance open source softw...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $231K *

Unlock potential by leading vulnerability management initiatives, collaborating with industry leaders, and addressing critical open-source security challenges to advance AI supply chains and standards...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate organizational effectiveness as Chief of Staff, acting as a strategic partner to the Executive Director. Oversee operations across HR, finance, and fundraising, while fostering a high-performi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving quality compliance excellence in the pharmaceutical industry. Oversee audits, regulatory inspections, and quality metrics while fostering collaboration and continuous improv...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$147K - $246K *

Grow your career with a leading data center team that drives AI innovations. Engage with hyperscale projects, develop power architecture solutions, and lead technical strategies, ensuring cutting-edge...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K *

Help us advance the field of education and mental health by managing clinical research initiatives, engaging with communities, and overseeing a dedicated team to enhance social-emotional success in K...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Explore your potential as you leverage cutting-edge methodologies in causal inference research within a dynamic finance-focused ML team, driving innovation and collaboration for impactful market predi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Transform federal healthcare program delivery and team performance through strategic management and oversight of installation, outfitting, and transition projects, ensuring client satisfaction and ope...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Innovate security solutions at scale by collaborating with engineering teams, leading initiatives, and mentoring engineers to enhance product security and application safety throughout the software de...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $345K *

Reimagine the future of AI and Data Science in R&D, leading a high-performing team to develop innovative solutions that enhance drug development, while ensuring compliance and scalability for impactfu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $135K *

Transform the healthcare landscape by leading a key initiative with VHA. Oversee multifaceted projects, ensure contractor performance, and collaborate with stakeholders, delivering results aligned wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $230K *

Empower enterprise clients by providing expert technical guidance and solutions, driving customer success through collaborative strategies, comprehensive engagements, and impactful presentations in th...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Advance cutting-edge AI infrastructure by leading the development of high-performance data movement architectures for GPU, CPU, and storage interactions. Collaborate closely with engineers to optimize...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Champion innovation at a cutting-edge logistics center, orchestrating end-to-end experimentation and technology integration while managing cross-functional collaborations to transition ideas into scal...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the role of a Chief Scientist?question toggle

    A Chief Scientist is typically the head of research and development within a company. They lead innovative projects, oversee research teams, and help to drive the company's scientific trajectory.

  • What qualifications and experience do I need for a Chief Scientist job?question toggle

    A Chief Scientist typically requires a doctorate (PhD) and substantial experience in their specific scientific field. Strong leadership and management skills are also critical.

  • What industries employ Chief Scientists?question toggle

    Chief Scientists are employed across various industries including technology, pharmaceuticals, environmental science, and government bodies.