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.
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.
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.
Co-Founder & CEO - Entrepreneur in Residence
$120K - $200K *
Accelerate progress at a B2B AI startup as a visionary co-founder, leading from concept to execution with meaningful ownership, dedicated resources, and a supportive studio network to bring innovative...
2 days ago
Co-Founder & CEO - Entrepreneur in Residence
$120K - $200K *
Unlock potential by co-founding a B2B AI venture, driving innovation from inception to market launch with full equity ownership and extensive studio support...
2 days ago
Research Scientist, Sr. (Protein Immunotherapy)
$95K - $130K *
Research transformative protein immunotherapy solutions as part of an interdisciplinary team. Drive innovative approaches from concept to clinical trials, engaging in next-gen antibody development and...
2 weeks ago
$104K - $163K *
Join a leading synchrotron facility as a Beamline Scientist, advancing high-resolution X-ray spectroscopy capabilities, supporting a diverse user community, and developing innovative experimental work...
2 weeks ago
Research Scientist- School of Medicine, Pathology
$70K - $95K *
Innovate and execute biochemical assays while managing high throughput screenings. Collaborate with experts to optimize compounds and potentially lead a team in a dynamic laboratory environment devote...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $130K *
Shape the future of analytics by developing innovative statistical methods and frameworks. Lead client engagements while delivering high-impact modeling solutions. Drive business development while men...
3 days ago
Research Scientist in Neuroscience
$90K - $120K *
Execute cutting-edge neuroscience research integrating materials science and neurobiology. Collaborate with a dynamic team to advance neural interface technologies from concept through preclinical val...
2 weeks ago
Special Security Programs Manager
$117K - $307K *
Pioneer security excellence by leading a dedicated team to ensure compliance with Special Access Programs, enhancing regulatory adherence and security practices while guiding personnel in a dynamic, c...
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$120K - $160K *
Lead the SRA Bioinformatics team to enhance data accessibility and usability, driving innovation and collaboration in genomic research initiatives. Engage with stakeholders while overseeing the produc...
2 weeks ago
Human Factors Scientist (Ph.D.)
$105K - $120K *
Drive impactful human factors analysis to enhance consumer product safety and usability. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to evaluate human performance, design studies, and communicate finding...
1 week ago
$130K - $180K *
Empower customer engagement across diagnostics & genomics. Lead the strategic orchestration of service excellence, ensuring seamless interactions throughout the post-sales lifecycle while driving grow...
1 week ago
$100K - $130K *
Champion advanced sterile manufacturing processes, driving optimization and compliance in liquid and lyophilized parenteral operations while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance performance and...
2 weeks ago
Principal Scientist, Purification Process Development
$159K - $207K *
Unlock your potential by leading purification process characterization and validation, authoring IND/BLA sections, and driving late-stage activities to support our large molecule pipeline. Join a dyna...
1 week ago
Principal Scientist, Biomarker Data Sciences
$141K - $188K *
Join a pioneering team as you lead multi-omics analysis from clinical trials, translating complex data into vital biological insights. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to advance clinical str...
1 week ago
Scientific Fellow, AI-Enabled Molecular Design
$232K - $335K *
Engage in transformative AI-enabled molecular design, leading innovative strategies to optimize small and large molecule therapeutics. Influence R&D direction, driving scientific advancements and ment...
3 weeks ago
$70K - $95K *
Join a dedicated team responsible for physical testing in Quality Control, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards for sterile injectable products while supporting material qualification an...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $170K *
Join a team that champions data-driven decision-making by providing leadership and analytical expertise. Manage a dynamic team of data analysts while collaborating with cross-functional departments to...
2 weeks ago
Scientific Fellow, AI-Enabled Molecular Design
$232K - $335K *
Elevate molecular design by leveraging AI and computational science to advance drug development, influence R&D strategies, and mentor within a collaborative, innovative environment driven by scientifi...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $89K *
Support advanced molecular assays and perform experimental tasks in plant biology, emphasizing microscopic analysis, sample collection, and data documentation to drive research on plant responses unde...
3 weeks ago
$93K - $135K *
Optimize energy efficiency for commercial and industrial clients by providing expert consulting, conducting thorough assessments, and facilitating hands-on training to enhance system performance and a...
2 days ago
Principal Scientist - Agentic Product
$248K - $360K *
Champion innovative engineering solutions by leading the architecture and development of cutting-edge AI-native products, while transforming workflows through AI tools and driving scalable, high-quali...
1 week ago
Principal Scientist - Agentic Product
$248K - $360K *
Join a team that's reshaping AI engineering by defining scalable architectures and fostering innovative practices that integrate generative models and AI tools in the development workflow for cutting...
1 week ago
Principal Scientist - Agentic Product
$190K - $360K *
Innovate in AI-driven engineering as a Principal Scientist, shaping architectures and enhancing developer experiences across diverse platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, adopting best p...
1 week ago
Principal Scientist - Agentic Product
$190K - $360K *
Elevate the future of AI engineering by guiding architectural innovation and hands-on implementation for a transformative AI-native product. Collaborate across teams to define technical strategies and...
1 week ago
Senior Scientist, Viral Vectors
$109K - $174K *
Drive advances in CAR-T cell therapy by leveraging expertise in viral vectors and molecular biology. Contribute to innovative vector production and analytical assays while collaborating with cross-fun...
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What is the role of a Chief Scientist?
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?
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?
Chief Scientists are employed across various industries including technology, pharmaceuticals, environmental science, and government bodies.