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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$145K - $175K *

Transform data into actionable insights by developing AI and automation solutions, optimizing supply chain operations through advanced analytics, and collaborating cross-functionally to drive efficien...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Explore opportunities in advanced data automation and AI solutions. Design and implement scalable data pipelines while driving insights for operational excellence across supply chains and collaboratin...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $250K *

Unlock potential by driving growth in Electrical Engineering through business development, mentoring, and project management while delivering expert consulting services in a collaborative environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $250K *

Drive innovative solutions in engineering consulting, addressing diverse client challenges and enhancing safety across multiple industries. Lead projects, mentor staff, and expand business opportuniti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's enhancing research by leading biomarker studies and image analysis. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop innovative assays and AI-driven techniques, ensuring scientific rigor a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $234K *

Transform therapeutic discovery by leveraging computational biology and multi-omics expertise. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team to analyze complex clinical data and drive impactful insights for...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your impact as a Natural Resources Project Scientist driving environmental initiatives, from field investigations to technical reporting, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure c...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$212K - $265K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of medical strategy through scientific leadership and external engagement. As a strategic partner, you'll shape medical insights in respiratory and neurology, ens...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $185K *

Join us in a strategic leadership role driving operations, cross-functional alignment, and organizational effectiveness across AI & Data Science initiatives in a fast-paced environment. Make a profoun...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive research excellence in public health by managing studies, leading staff, and collaborating with partners to enhance HIV/STI prevention and treatment initiatives and support continuous improvemen...

2 weeks ago

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

$193K - $420K *

Unlock potential by designing the semantic infrastructure that enhances AI agents with accurate enterprise context, transforming data into actionable knowledge for superior decision-making in complex...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by training large models into production-ready robotic systems. Engage in fine-tuning, performance evaluation, and real-world implementations while becoming a full-stack ML roboticist...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$97K - $126K *

Join our team to innovate genomic assay technologies, enhancing early cancer detection through automation and optimization of next-gen sequencing workflows in a regulated high-throughput lab environme...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $100K *

Drive innovative cell culture research, optimize stem cell models, and execute experiments with precision. Collaborate in a fast-paced lab environment while promoting efficiency and detail-oriented pr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$131K - $237K *

Elevate the future of space technology by leading the development of cutting-edge EO/IR sensors. Drive innovation across multi-disciplinary teams to transition prototypes to flight-ready systems, ensu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovative data solutions by collaborating with a team to build and maintain robust data pipelines, leveraging advanced technologies and methodologies for effective analytics and machine learnin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $195K *

Explore your career as you independently design and lead clinical studies that drive product innovation and regulatory objectives through rigorous analysis of clinical and real-world data, collaborati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$186K - $316K *

Unlock innovation by leading biocompatibility and materials science advancements for next-gen medical devices, focusing on safety, performance, and regulatory compliance in patient-contacting technolo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $159K *

Elevate research capabilities by designing and optimizing cellular activity imaging experiments, capturing neural dynamics, and advancing neural technology through collaboration across multiple scient...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$174K - $213K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering regulatory expertise and solutions across diverse client sectors. Lead project teams, drive business growth, and mentor talent in a dynamic and collaborative...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by pioneering new DNA sequencing products that transform customer experiences. Drive innovation from concept to scalable solutions, collaborating across teams to elevate scientific me...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $157K *

Pioneer innovative drug formulations in preclinical research, ensuring stability and bioavailability of small molecules. Engage with cross-functional teams to drive candidate selection towards life-ch...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $190K *

Take ownership of advanced microscopy operations, ensuring reliability and user support while collaborating with scientists on imaging projects and developing innovative workflows for high-content dat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $105K *

Lead epidemiological analysis and scientific research to enhance health and readiness for military personnel, focusing on disease prevention and public health strategies through extensive data evaluat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $340K *

Innovate therapeutic programs from concept to validation, addressing critical health challenges with a mission-driven team. Lead execution and ownership of programs, translating scientific ideas into...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.