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.
Director of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
$150K - $180K *
Elevate enterprise AI capabilities by leading strategy, team, and governance initiatives. Collaborate with business leaders to transform AI opportunities into impactful, scalable solutions that drive...
1 week ago
$50K - $500K *
Empower your career as you define and lead a cutting-edge research agenda, focusing on enhancing agent capability and reliability. Drive experimentation, collaboration, and innovation in a dynamic app...
Yesterday
COMPUTER SCIENTIST (AI INNOVATION LEAD)
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in advancing AI/ML initiatives through innovative software architectures, establishing compliance with federal frameworks, and supporting strategic planning to enhance national securit...
1 week ago
COMPUTER SCIENTIST (AI INNOVATION LEAD)
$120K - $145K *
Join a dynamic team to lead cutting-edge AI/ML initiatives aimed at enhancing national security technologies. You'll guide software architecture, establish compliance standards, and collaborate with d...
1 week ago
COMPUTER SCIENTIST (AI INNOVATION LEAD)
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's leading AI/ML initiatives to enhance national security. As a principal advisor on software architecture, you'll ensure compliance with AI frameworks and drive innovation, collaborat...
1 week ago
COMPUTER SCIENTIST (AI INNOVATION LEAD)
$120K - $145K *
Drive innovation in AI and machine learning as you shape agency standards, oversee software architecture, and ensure compliance. Be the authority on AI governance while managing projects that secure n...
1 week ago
Research Engineer, Gemini API and Beyond Serving Compute Efficiency, DeepMind
$207K - $300K *
Explore innovative AI solutions that empower developers globally. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compute efficiency and inform strategic decisions. Grow in a dynamic environment wh...
4 weeks ago
$127K - $171K *
Drive innovative drug discovery by developing high-throughput mass spectrometry proteomics workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance screening platforms, while executing automated...
2 weeks ago
Principal Applied Scientist- Agentic RL , Kiro
$228K - $309K *
Lead innovation in AI by revolutionizing coding assistance tools through cutting-edge reinforcement learning, empowering millions of developers globally with efficient workflows and breakthrough solut...
2 weeks ago
Scientist III, Protein Purification
$83K - $100K *
Join a dynamic team dedicated to protein purification, employing advanced techniques and equipment in a collaborative laboratory environment. Contribute as a technical expert while ensuring high-quali...
1 week ago
Senior / Principal Scientist, Structural Biology - Target Druggability & Structure-Based Drug Design
$135K - $190K *
Join a team that's transforming therapeutics by defining druggability strategies, leveraging your expertise in structural biology, computational methods, and experimental design to unlock novel bindin...
3 weeks ago
Chief Technology Advisor - Global Service Provider
$175K - $225K *
Partner with us to pioneer cutting-edge AI solutions driving innovation and operational efficiency. Lead strategies in advanced AI infrastructure and engage with top-tier clients to enhance their tech...
Today
Chief Technology Advisor - Global Service Provider
$175K - $225K *
Lead the charge in delivering AI solutions by guiding technical strategy, building customer relations, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and drive transformative te...
Today
Chief Technology Advisor - Global Service Provider
$175K - $225K *
Lead the development of transformative AI solutions across service and cloud sectors, utilizing deep technical expertise and strategic business insight to drive innovation and operational efficiency i...
Today
Chief Technology Advisor - Global Service Provider
$175K - $225K *
Advance AI Solutions by leading technical guidance to enhance customer success. Engage with executives, develop transformative strategies, and ensure technology investments align with business goals w...
Today
Chief Technology Advisor - Global Service Provider
$175K - $225K *
Lead transformative AI solutions for service and cloud providers by aligning technology with strategic business outcomes. Drive AI strategy, architecture, and governance, ensuring long-term operationa...
Today
Senior Principal Engineer, Sensors
$130K - $155K *
Oversee advanced sensor systems development from concept to production, leading multidisciplinary teams in aerospace and defense. Drive technical excellence across optical, RF, and algorithm domains i...
Today
Research Scientist, Quantitative Growth Research
$138K - $165K *
Optimize quantitative research methodologies to uncover user engagement trends, deliver actionable insights, and drive product strategies across diverse apps. Collaborate with cross-functional teams t...
1 week ago
Research Scientist, Quantitative Growth Research
$145K - $175K *
Pioneer innovative research strategies to analyze user behavior and growth across diverse platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex data into actionable insights that sha...
1 week ago
Research Scientist, Quantitative Growth Research
$145K - $175K *
Drive impactful research by leveraging advanced quantitative methods to analyze user behavior and growth dynamics, influencing product strategy across a wide array of applications and services through...
1 week ago
$110K - $140K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes for high-precision optical components. Leverage your engineering expertise to improve production performance and achieve impactful pr...
1 week ago
Technical Advisor Multi-Domain Sensing Program & Strategic Initiatives Principal Investigator
$151K - $209K *
Lead the development and integration of multi-domain sensing architectures, driving capabilities and analysis to inform national defense strategies and improve operational efficiency across security d...
1 week ago
$204K - $306K *
Lead the charge in integrating AI with scientific workflows, mentoring engineers, and delivering innovative applications that enhance research collaboration. Drive technical strategy and foster a high...
6 days ago
$204K - $306K *
Champion groundbreaking solutions by leading engineers who integrate AI with scientific workflows, driving innovation for life-changing breakthroughs in research while fostering a collaborative enviro...
6 days ago
Cryptologic Computer Scientist 3
$108K - $130K *
Execute advanced cryptologic solutions, tackling complex problems through innovative approaches in computer science. Collaborate on critical network protection, forensics, and attack attribution, driv...
2 weeks ago
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.