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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$193K - $234K *

Lead the charge in developing a scalable AI inference platform, managing complex cross-functional programs, and driving alignment across multiple teams while delivering exceptional results in a fast-p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform drug discovery processes by leveraging advanced computational chemistry techniques. Collaborate with scientists to synthesize innovative compounds and develop workflows that prioritize compo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Shape enterprise AI security initiatives by leading a specialized team, driving strategic governance, risk management, and secure architecture. Ensure responsible AI innovation aligns with regulations...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $240K *

Engage as a strategic advisor to leadership, providing technical support and integration expertise for mission-critical systems and enhancing operational effectiveness across dynamic environments...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$238K - $280K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives to elevate leadership effectiveness. As a key partner to the CEO, you'll transform company directions, optimize operations, and lead innovative project...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining a collaborative team to advance in vivo CAR T cell platform development, leveraging your expertise in immunology and innovative research techniques...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $102K *

Shape the future of biologics by developing and executing advanced display workflows for antibody binding and analysis, collaborating across teams to enhance experimentation precision and efficiency i...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Lead program management initiatives to drive operational excellence, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while enhancing team performance, customer satisfaction, and compliance in a fast-paced, re...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the coordination and management of scientific projects, providing expert support in engineering and automation. Oversee project lifecycle to ensure alignment with strategic goals, delivering impa...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the Air Force Institute by managing academic enrollments, providing vital support through program lifecycle, and ensuring administrative efficiency while collaborating with vari...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Manage and coordinate analytical projects focused on radiological security, supporting risk analysis, strategic planning, and collaboration with stakeholders to enhance national security efforts and e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$210K - $421K *

Partner with us to lead and manage high-stakes global security operations, ensuring excellence in safety and security while fostering collaboration across technical and scientific disciplines to prote...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $140K *

Invent innovative solutions in drug product development by designing experiments, advancing mRNA-LNP and protein therapeutics, and optimizing processes in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $300K *

Pioneer innovation in deep learning and LLMs, driving research and production-ready ML systems for real-time bidding and recommendation solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance and s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$142K - $193K *

Advance technology solutions as an Applied Scientist, solving complex problems with strategic impact while mentoring peers and influencing cross-functional teams for lasting change...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $226K *

Join a visionary team in AWS Automated Reasoning to tackle complex challenges, drive innovation, and lead impactful solutions that redefine technology, ensuring top-tier automated reasoning services f...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $193K *

Pioneer complex automated reasoning solutions, lead strategic innovations, and influence cross-organizational productivity. Mentor teams and address advanced technical challenges to drive impactful bu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $193K *

Advance innovative automated reasoning solutions at AWS, leveraging deep expertise to solve complex problems and influence technical strategy across teams, while mentoring the next generation of scien...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $193K *

Invent advanced solutions for complex automated reasoning challenges while influencing technical strategies across teams, mentoring peers, and strategically advancing AWS initiatives for significant c...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $193K *

Shape the future of automated reasoning by solving complex problems and innovating solutions that enhance customer trust across AWS products. Lead strategic initiatives and mentor peers, contributing...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $226K *

Advance your expertise by solving complex challenges in automated reasoning, enhancing productivity and mentoring others, while shaping innovative solutions that drive significant, long-term impacts i...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Shape the future of our technology landscape by leading infrastructure and security engineering, optimizing cloud strategies, and enhancing operational excellence while driving innovation and complian...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $226K *

Transform automated reasoning with strategic problem-solving and deep technical expertise. Lead innovative solutions that empower AWS across diverse sectors while mentoring talent within a supportive...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead and optimize cutting-edge cryo-electron tomography projects, integrating structural biology techniques to enhance molecular insights in diverse systems through collaborative efforts and innovativ...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$219K - $305K *

Shape the future of responsible AI by driving strategic initiatives that enhance user safety. Collaborate with global teams to tackle critical trust and safety challenges, ensuring alignment and commu...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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.