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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$135K - $145K *

Lead the charge in peptide drug discovery, optimizing therapeutic candidates through innovative methods and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring effective execution of ML-driven projects in a dyna...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$274K - $500K+*

Unlock potential by leading transformative data science and AI initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to create scalable solutions, apply advanced modeling, and drive measurable impacts across ent...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$274K - $500K+*

Redefine business solutions by leading innovative data science and AI initiatives that drive strategic impact and operational efficiency within customer environments and cross-functional teams...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $253K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you advance AI algorithms and models, solving mission-critical challenges for defense customers. Collaborate with experts to enhance techniques in a secure, dynamic envi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing the Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis group by managing government projects, fostering team development, and driving strategic initiatives that enhance innovative technol...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $110K *

Grow innovative solutions in computational biology to tackle viral outbreaks. Lead a dynamic team in analyzing large datasets and developing predictive models for infectious diseases while collaborati...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading computational biology projects to analyze influenza dynamics, develop predictive models, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance scientific research and pub...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $215K *

Champion the development of high-impact AI solutions in the public sector by leading a team of AI Advisors to drive demand and pipeline growth. Collaborate across functions to create effective go-to-m...

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2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team, driving innovative analyses in CAR T therapy development to enhance treatment solutions for pediatric brain malignancies, while overseeing method optimization and supporting cross...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $220K *

Elevate the security posture by investigating cyber threats and enhancing counterintelligence measures. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks and protect sensitive information, ensuring the safet...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Lead innovative hair care formulation development from concept to market, utilizing advanced chemistry and collaboration across teams to overcome formulation challenges, ensure product safety, and dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing homeland security by providing expert analysis on CBRN threats, driving innovative solutions, and collaborating with diverse professionals to protect public h...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $160K *

Champion innovative solutions in oncology by developing advanced agentic AI systems. Leverage multimodal data to enhance predictive modeling and drug R&D, collaborating with scientists and engineers t...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $160K *

Accelerate the development of pioneering agentic AI frameworks for oncology, driving the automation of predictive model discovery through advanced modeling techniques and collaboration with multidisci...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $160K *

Elevate oncology R&D through innovative agentic AI. Collaborate across teams to automate model discovery, implement workflows, and refine predictive algorithms utilizing extensive multimodal data and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $150K *

Empower groundbreaking oncology research by developing advanced agentic AI frameworks. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to innovate predictive models and automate processes, applying your mach...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Innovate computational strategies and develop scalable bioinformatics pipelines to derive insights from diverse omics data, enhancing therapeutic decision-making and research workflows within a dynami...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Pioneer a transformative role in oncology by translating complex molecular data into actionable treatment strategies, offering expert guidance and compassionate support to patients and care teams whil...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$238K - $330K *

Champion the future of transformative decision systems by guiding teams on optimizing offer strategies, conversion modeling, and systems design to enhance borrower experiences and improve marketplace...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $183K *

Contribute to innovative diagnostic R&D by developing yeast-based biosensors. Engage in assay design, validation, and technology transfer while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to push diagn...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Lead transformative engineering initiatives, driving projects to success by managing cross-functional teams and delivering innovative hardware solutions on schedule and within budget. Collaborate clos...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by translating complex molecular data into patient-centered treatment options. Collaborate with care teams to provide evidence-based, compassionate guidance that enhances oncology car...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive policy and regulatory strategies supporting autonomous aviation, engaging stakeholders and translating complex issues into actionable insights. Shape the future of emergin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team to lead cutting-edge quantum information science R&D, supervising technical staff and collaborating on innovative communication and sensing systems vital for advancing modern appli...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $195K *

Transform quantum research capabilities by leading a technical team, driving innovation in quantum-based systems, and enhancing collaboration with academic partners to advance groundbreaking scientifi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.