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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$123K - $185K *

Manage client engagements to elevate DevSecOps practices, leading assessments and developing strategic roadmaps that optimize application security programs and align with industry frameworks for secur...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $132K *

Lead the charge in establishing a quality assurance framework, driving process improvements and audits, and partnering with program leadership to enhance operational excellence for a complex technolog...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $180K *

Unlock potential by joining a forward-thinking engineering team that leverages AI agents for enhanced software development. Drive quality, compliance, and innovation in a dynamic environment, shaping...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in life sciences strategy execution, driving growth through market engagement and strategic partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product relevance and visib...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Drive innovation in patent examination by leading an art unit, testing new methodologies, and enhancing processes. Shape the future of patent work through analytical research and manage staff developm...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career with a pivotal role supporting product teams by analyzing requirements, ensuring engineering readiness, and validating outputs for SF-424 grant applications, enhancing workflow e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$200K - $255K *

Shape the future of cloud security by designing and implementing robust controls. Guide integrations in DevOps, perform comprehensive assessments, and mentor teams to reduce risks in AWS and mobile in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform demand generation strategies and lead a dynamic team to enhance marketing-sourced pipeline. Drive integrated multi-channel programs, optimize CAC efficiency, and collaborate with Sales to ma...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform clinical research practices by guiding study design and analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver key insights and evidence that drive product innovation in the healthcare...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K *

Transform clinical research leadership by managing global study teams, enhancing efficiency, and addressing clinical data issues in Neuroscience trials while ensuring financial health and quality over...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K *

Lead the development of innovative agentic AI systems for enterprise solutions, shaping product lifecycle from creation to deployment while ensuring quality and performance standards are met in a remo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower partners by crafting innovative solutions that amplify market reach, fostering collaboration and scalability within the Superhuman ecosystem while driving strategic growth and measurable impac...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $137K *

Empower product quality oversight to enhance patient safety and compliance across clinical and commercial programs, ensuring adherence to GMP standards and fostering collaboration with cross-functiona...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$195K - $212K *

Unlock potential by owning strategic alliance narratives and competitive positioning. You'll blend technical marketing with partnership strategies, driving value propositions that enhance collaboratio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $183K *

Transform partnerships into strategic growth engines by managing integrations and building robust processes in this multifaceted role. Collaborate across teams to elevate customer experiences and stre...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $265K *

Join us as a principal technical authority, shaping the future of AI operations through innovative platform design, engineering excellence, and governance strategies to drive efficiency and security a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $297K *

Drive a team of engineers to deliver innovative solutions and foster a high-performance culture by empowering individuals to excel and aligning technical execution with business objectives, ensuring i...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $340K *

Lead a high-performing national account management team driving sales strategies for an innovative allogeneic cell therapy. Collaborate across functions to ensure patient access, achieve sales goals...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $185K *

Unlock the potential of public safety technology by conducting essential legal research and drafting stakeholder communications to comply with evolving regulations, fostering transparency and trust in...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$231K - $272K *

Engage with us to shape enterprise-level information risk governance. Lead initiatives connecting governance assets into credible frameworks while ensuring compliance with industry standards for healt...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $205K *

Shape the future of product sales in Research and Analytics by leading strategic growth initiatives for Academic & Government segments, collaborating with senior leaders to boost revenue, customer eng...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$148K - $232K *

Engage with customers as a trusted advisor to design solutions that enhance their ServiceNow platform. Drive successful outcomes through strategic architecture, governance, and comprehensive roadmaps...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $214K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of Content Engineering by guiding distributed technology teams to deliver innovative SaaS solutions and enhance business outcomes through strategic planning and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $253K *

Shape business growth by building strategic relationships and developing market strategies in the government sector. Collaborate with teams to secure contracts, enhance customer satisfaction, and deli...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K *

Manage the end-to-end polling process by designing effective surveys, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic insights that inform client decisions and enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

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.