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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$160K - $190K *

Innovate the scientific content strategy to support product launches, drive commercialization, and enhance communications across teams, ensuring the integration of cutting-edge molecular profiling and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $130K *

Empower the future of vaccine development by leading CMC strategies and collaborations. Drive technical operations, ensuring compliance and quality from process development through validation and comm...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $184K *

Elevate innovation within a high-impact team by owning the full product lifecycle—from defining needs to delivering compliant software. Direct AI-driven engineering efforts and ensure rigorous standar...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead strategic partnerships by managing high-profile customer relationships, developing actionable plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful program execution and align...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in building a robust implementation framework, optimizing client launches, and enhancing project management practices to ensure seamless operations and superior service delivery across...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Partner with us to enhance our platform and develop innovative solutions. In this entry-level role, you will work on web applications, maintain code, and collaborate with teams to drive project succes...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Pioneer innovative Natural Resources projects while leading field surveys nation-wide. Manage teams, ensure compliance, and drive quality deliverables with a blend of fieldwork and dedicated project m...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Oversee and manage Natural Resources projects nationwide while leading field surveys and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders and supervise project teams t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing Natural Resources projects nationwide while supervising field biologists and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Engage with clients, develop proposals, and o...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing Natural Resources projects nationwide, supervising field surveys and ensuring compliance with regulations. Balance fieldwork and office responsibilities while fostering sta...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Drive impactful Natural Resources projects nationwide, managing teams and ensuring compliance. Balance fieldwork and report development, contributing your expertise to environmental assessments, speci...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Engage in impactful Natural Resources projects, leading field surveys and managing teams nationwide. Balance hands-on fieldwork with strategic project oversight to ensure compliance, quality, and stak...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $175K *

Lead the development of advanced analytical models to enhance our cybersecurity platform, collaborating with teams to deliver actionable insights and support decision-making through data-driven soluti...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer a transformative research agenda that bridges clinical practice and policy, shaping impactful solutions for safety-net populations. Lead a high-performing research team to innovate, secure fun...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $155K *

Drive your career with leadership in employee health and safety, overseeing the EHS program across clinical operations. Ensure compliance with regulations while fostering a safe environment for employ...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$168K - $210K *

Engage in shaping AI-enabled software architecture, translating business needs into secure, scalable solutions while mentoring teams and collaborating across functions on modern engineering and respon...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Unlock data potential by guiding client projects and driving internal collaboration on data models and partnerships. Contribute expertise to improve dataset utility in life sciences and enhance data s...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$275K - $375K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI infrastructure, leading the development of our AI Gateway and driving innovation in high-performance, distributed systems while mentoring top engineering ta...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$206K - $304K *

Shape human capital strategy by leading HR initiatives that align talent, culture, and workforce planning with business goals. Provide executive-level guidance to enhance organizational effectiveness...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$187K - $233K *

Engage with BioPharma partners to lead strategic alliances, manage program execution, and foster collaborative relationships, ensuring successful outcomes across a complex product portfolio and initia...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Drive cybersecurity strategy and governance for enterprise transactions, overseeing a global team to manage risks impacting valuation. Lead due diligence, integration, and compliance while enabling se...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $233K *

Shape the future of health research by designing and executing real world evidence studies, from inception to publication, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive impactful insights for hea...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $148K *

Support partners by facilitating their engagement with clinico-genomic datasets. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful onboarding and efficient utilization of data tools while gathering...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive manufacturing and operational plans ensuring compliance, quality, and efficiency for commercial and clinical products. Collaborate with leadership to improve processes and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $418K *

Innovate enterprise-wide agentic AI solutions by leading architecture design, guiding prototyping, and establishing robust standards for scalable, responsible deployments. Shape future technologies wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.