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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$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of high throughput biology capabilities, designing and executing robust biochemical and cell-based assays while collaborating across teams to drive small molecule discovery and deliver...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $133K *

Champion technical operations for liquid dosage pharmaceuticals, ensuring compliance and excellence in manufacturing, scale-up, and technology transfer while building strong cross-functional teams and...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $95K *

Elevate the science of Analytical Development by leading method development, experimentation, and problem-solving for complex studies, ensuring robust and compliant results in a fast-paced lab environ...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$262K - $350K *

Unlock the potential of AI and ML to enhance geospatial solutions, leading a global team to innovate, optimize delivery operations, and engage with senior stakeholders in a dynamic, high-impact role...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$265K - $360K *

Champion innovative solutions in sensor technology for national security, leading a skilled multi-site team. Collaborate on technical marketing, proposal development, and program execution while mento...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$194K - $329K *

Drive innovation at the forefront of AI Safety in national security. Lead multidisciplinary research teams while shaping strategies that translate advanced data science into mission-ready capabilities...

3 days ago

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

$194K - $329K *

Engage as a strategic leader in AI Safety, guiding multi-year R&D programs, fostering partnerships, and leading interdisciplinary teams to advance national security missions through innovative data sc...

3 days ago

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

$120K - $180K *

Join a leading institution to drive AI research excellence, foster partnerships, and lead a collaborative community focused on impactful initiatives, while mentoring top researchers and shaping strate...

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Reposted 6 days ago

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

$100K - $300K *

Champion original research in automated reasoning and AI-driven security, applying innovative techniques and collaborating with engineering teams to impact real-world infrastructures and enhance machi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $300K *

Pioneer advanced research in automated reasoning and AI-driven code analysis to create innovative solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally, publish findings, and impact safety and efficiency in globa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion innovative solutions in engineered biologics development, transforming autoimmune therapies through advanced protein design and collaborative in vitro and in vivo studies from concept to prec...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $157K *

Empower the future of aviation by driving advanced data science initiatives, utilizing AI and machine learning to evaluate operational scenarios and enhance the integration of emerging aviation techno...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $98K *

Pioneer innovative hair care developments, leading projects from concept to market while collaborating across teams. Utilize advanced formulation technologies and mentor junior scientists to enhance p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $140K *

Invent transformative analytical methods for drug development, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive innovations within microgravity for the evolving low earth orbit economy...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$151K - $189K *

Contribute to innovative GenAI and ML systems by designing, building, and deploying scalable multi-agent architectures while optimizing for performance and efficiency in cloud environments...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $122K *

Drive advancements in RNAi target discovery by independently executing molecular biology assays, managing cell cultures, and analyzing data to support neuroscience projects in a collaborative lab envi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Advance the research frontier by leading the design and deployment of adaptive ML systems that drive real-world impact. Collaborate with teams to shape product strategy while addressing novel challeng...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $159K *

Drive innovative chemoproteomics workflows, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support drug discovery and platform advancements in a fast-paced research environment, leveraging mass spectrom...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $120K *

Reimagine research excellence as a Senior Scientist II, driving projects in PhysChem to advance technologies, support market innovations, and collaborate across teams, while leading junior researchers...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $225K *

Discover innovative solutions as you design AI systems using rich behavioral datasets. Collaborate with researchers and technologists to build and evaluate knowledge architectures that enhance cogniti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion the advancement of National Space Programs through strategic insights and stakeholder engagement. Drive analytical support and research initiatives to shape U.S. security and leadership in sp...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Champion the advancement of plasma diagnostics for fusion generators, leading design and analysis to optimize performance. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and best practices, contributing...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$156K - $190K *

Drive innovation as a technical leader in R&D, focusing on dental chemical consumables. Lead complex experiments, mentor junior scientists, and ensure product excellence while adhering to quality stan...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving innovative disease modeling efforts by managing a team of data scientists, leveraging statistical and machine learning techniques to produce impactful healthcare solutions a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $145K *

Innovate purification solutions for biopharmaceuticals through advanced chromatography. Lead high-throughput experimentation and cross-functional collaboration to enhance bioprocessing performance and...

Today

  •   5 - 7 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.