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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$116K - $187K *

Lead the charge in expanding our Contamination Assessment and Remediation practice. Drive project success, mentor teams, and ensure delivery excellence across various environmental projects in the Pac...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $130K *

Engage and collaborate with federal agencies to drive enterprise growth through strategic government affairs. Lead proposal management and capture strategies, ensuring compliance while influencing key...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Drive program success by coordinating across diverse teams for space satellite integration and implementation. Utilize your expertise in process management and communication to enhance program perform...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $192K *

Deliver cutting-edge animal models to enhance drug discovery efforts. Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to innovate genome engineering techniques, ensuring scientific rigor while shaping imp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading global research initiatives, championing innovation, ensuring ethical compliance, and advancing strategic partnerships for impactful results. Drive a high-performance cultu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$129K - $225K *

Advance your career with this pivotal role in drug discovery, focusing on the development and execution of cell-based and biochemical assays to drive innovation in aging biology and therapeutic soluti...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $225K *

Join a team that's pioneering advanced research in Airborne Electronic Attack, leading innovative modeling, simulation, and evaluation for Navy and joint EW programs, while mentoring experts and enhan...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Join a team focused on enhancing AI capabilities through rigorous research on frontier models, developing benchmarks for long-horizon reasoning, and training autonomous agents. Collaborate to innovate...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $193K *

Join us to drive innovation in visual shopping by developing agentic AI capabilities that enhance customer experiences through real-time visual content and personalized interactions, shaping the futur...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$142K - $193K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of visual commerce through innovative GenAI capabilities. Drive the development of multimodal shopping experiences that empower customers with intuitive, real-tim...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$235K - $331K *

Pioneer the development of advanced ML models for lending and underwriting. Spearhead financial forecasting, leading a quantitative team to enhance valuation insights and market dynamics for collectib...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Elevate project management excellence by overseeing a diverse portfolio, driving strategic alignment, and leading a high-performing team dedicated to scientific innovation and client satisfaction...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$235K - $331K *

Drive the development of quantitative models for lending & underwriting, enhancing financial forecasting and market dynamics analysis while leading a high-performing team to empower our growth within...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Champion strategic accounts by nurturing relationships, driving growth, and aligning solutions to client needs. Collaborate with teams to deliver exceptional service while mentoring others and facilit...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $230K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative evaluations of medical imaging AI, working closely with clients from project inception to delivery, and driving critical decisions for regulatory submissions and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Oversee technology services that empower academic excellence while managing IT staff and budgets. Drive innovation in education technology and ensure secure, reliable infrastructure to support learnin...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Help us redefine drug discovery by designing novel bifunctional molecules and optimizing therapeutic strategies with a dynamic team dedicated to patient-centered innovations in medicinal chemistry...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by developing comprehensive analytics pipelines that enhance decision-making for military leaders. Collaborate with teams to deliver AI-enabled insights and automate workflows, ensuri...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Deliver impactful data analytics solutions for critical defense programs, transforming raw data into actionable insights, and enhancing decision-making for military leadership through advanced analyti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$174K - $252K *

Lead the charge in developing autonomous AI agents for complex cybersecurity environments, focusing on designing training pipelines, reward functions, and evaluation benchmarks to enhance threat detec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in AI and Machine Learning innovation, designing and deploying transformative models to enhance user experience, drive business growth, and improve operational efficiency collaborative...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$245K - $260K *

Transform public sector compliance by leading a high-impact program that aligns regulatory standards with organizational strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to federa...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $110K *

Pioneer advancements in Personnel Health Research by managing complex data science projects, guiding a dynamic team, and enhancing client relations through innovative research solutions that improve s...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $245K *

Drive program success as a Sr Program Manager overseeing complex product development projects and cross-functional initiatives. Lead a motivated team while establishing objectives, managing resources...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$195K - $245K *

Drive organizational growth by shaping leadership strategies and integrating talent development initiatives. Collaborate with senior leaders to elevate Teva's leadership capabilities and create impact...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.