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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$123K - $161K *

Take ownership of analytical method development and material characterization, ensuring compliance with cGMP standards. Collaborate across departments, manage reference standards, and leverage mass sp...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing validation activities, overseeing project timelines, coordinating cross-departmental efforts, and ensuring compliance with protocols while providing subject...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Pioneer advanced analytics solutions, leading complex initiatives and driving data-driven decisions. Serve as a subject matter expert, optimizing data lifecycle to enhance business value and align ana...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Support the seamless integration of user needs into Earth science operations, ensuring collaboration among diverse stakeholders while transforming feedback into actionable strategies to enhance data a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$198K - $247K *

Lead a dynamic team driving policy research in AI safety and security, managing strategic projects and partnerships with global institutes to set industry trends and support impactful initiatives for...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$198K - $247K *

Champion groundbreaking AI safety research and policy initiatives, leading a diverse team of experts. Drive impactful projects, collaborate with global partners, and engage with key policy communities...

1 week ago

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

$198K - $247K *

Lead the charge in AI safety policy research, managing initiatives, and collaborating with top experts while shaping foundational frameworks for frontier AI models globally...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$123K - $150K *

Design and develop innovative mechanical systems for cutting-edge lunar exploration missions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to integrate solutions that support the Astrolab rover's missio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading commercialization strategies for deep tech startups. Collaborate with federal programs and industry networks to drive growth and innovation, working with early-stage compan...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in business development initiatives for DOJ, fostering relationships, strategizing opportunities, and driving revenue growth through deep engagement in law enforcement agency missions...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $238K *

Join a team that's pioneering structural biology through advanced cryo-EM/Cryo-ET methodologies. Lead operations, manage a scientific team, and enhance user training and research support in a collabor...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $134K *

Join a team that's shaping advanced mission processing applications through innovative research and development. Collaborate with experts in the field to design, test, and optimize complex systems uti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$218K - $247K *

Pioneer the future of consumer understanding and insights. Lead cross-functional initiatives, integrate behavioral science, and develop innovative strategies to enhance our Human Sciences agenda while...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$86K - $106K *

Drive innovative research analyzing large-scale neural recordings to uncover adaptive behavior mechanisms. Collaborate across disciplines to build computational models and present findings, contributi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $120K *

Lead the charge in launching innovative AI-native scientific programs, overseeing fellowship operations, recruiting exceptional talent, and ensuring a transformative experience for researchers at the...

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

$150K - $200K *

Bring your expertise to precision measurements, advancing the performance and scalability of our cutting-edge Superconducting Nanowire Single Photon Detector platform through innovative metrology solu...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $146K *

Transform downstream processing by leading pre-clinical to early-stage development activities. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product quality and facilitate regulatory submissions while dri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$106K - $159K *

Unlock potential by leading advancements in quantum control and operations. This senior role engages in experimental, theoretical, and design work to optimize high-fidelity performances in complex qua...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $240K *

Transform scientific market analysis by developing advanced, data-driven strategies to optimize R&D investments and guide enterprise decision-making in complex, evolving scientific landscapes. Lead th...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $240K *

Transform enterprise strategy and scientific innovation through data-driven market analysis. Leverage complex datasets to guide long-term growth in life sciences, ensuring alignment with market needs...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $115K *

Empower your career by driving immunological research efforts, coordinating projects, overseeing teams, and innovating protocols to advance medical countermeasures studies in dynamic environments. Mak...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$141K - $236K *

Drive advanced research initiatives focusing on HPC and ML benchmarks, developing, testing, and analyzing computational experiments to enhance analytical capabilities and support mission-critical obje...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$195K - $218K *

Innovate advanced machine learning systems to optimize marketplace dynamics, mentor data scientists, and set technical strategy across teams, enhancing organizational impact through data-driven decisi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of data-driven decision-making by developing innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and financial reporting. Collaborate across teams to leverage insights and drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $421K *

Transform organizational effectiveness by leading a strategic HR agenda that drives excellence and innovation across a complex research environment. Empower the workforce to support both national secu...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

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.