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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$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.