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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$129K - $240K *

Accelerate your career with a technical leadership role driving design, integration, and delivery of mission-critical aerospace systems. Foster cross-team collaboration and manage engineering executio...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $193K *

Develop state-of-the-art machine learning models to enhance seller engagement and empower Amazon's Selling Partners, ensuring seamless interactions and scalable, impactful solutions in a fast-paced en...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$405K - $500K+*

Transform data management by leading the development of robust data platforms, enhancing researcher workflows and building trustworthy datasets. Collaborate with users to drive technical direction and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$405K - $500K+*

Empower researchers by shaping data-intensive systems that enhance data accessibility and reliability. Collaborate closely with teams to align technical direction with operational needs, driving the c...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving strategic transformation by orchestrating cross-functional initiatives, solving complex problems, and supporting teams to enhance performance and deliver impactful results a...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Shape innovative entrepreneurship programs, oversee workforce initiatives, and drive collaboration to enhance economic development and national security through strategic management and guidance acros...

1 week ago

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

$160K - $194K *

Shape innovative mission formulations and strategic capture efforts to explore new space market opportunities, driving engagement between technical and business development teams for impactful mission...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $194K *

Launch innovative mission strategies for emerging space markets. Drive collaboration across technical and business teams to explore new opportunities while leading mission formulation projects with im...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $194K *

Shape the future of space exploration by leading innovative mission formulations and strategic capture initiatives, bridging technical expertise and business development to realize high-value opportun...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$204K - $310K *

Champion the evolution of AI capabilities by owning the roadmap for fine-tuned model variants, integrating customer needs with research inputs, and coordinating cross-functional delivery efforts for c...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$204K - $310K *

Drive the development and delivery of advanced AI model capabilities by collaborating with cross-functional teams to prioritize needs, define requirements, and ensure effective integration of fine-tun...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

Empower innovation by translating cutting-edge research into scalable molecular diagnostic technologies. Collaborate with experts in a dynamic R&D environment, pioneering advancements from concept to...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $365K *

Engage deeply with enterprise accounts to drive adoption of innovative software tools through tailored enablement, workshops, and hands-on experiences. Collaborate with stakeholders to create lasting...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $306K *

Innovate at the forefront of AI and networking infrastructure, driving design, implementation, and optimization across distributed systems. Collaborate to shape the future of high-performance software...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $219K *

Drive strategic AI initiatives to enhance business outcomes, ensuring enterprise-wide adoption and impactful execution across diverse functions.

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $219K *

Accelerate business transformation by leading AI strategy across global teams. Drive execution, align stakeholders, and champion adoption for measurable impact and success in product delivery and cons...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $219K *

Join as a visionary leader to shape and drive AI strategy, foster innovation, and oversee initiatives that enhance business impact across the organization. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform A...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Transform regulatory and scientific affairs by leading strategy, fostering stakeholder relationships, and translating science into actionable business insights to enhance corporate reputation and driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $250K *

Drive innovation in AI research for investment strategies, evaluating, designing, and boosting systems in a dynamic environment. Collaborate within a founding team, impacting product and culture to re...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $183K *

Unlock potential by contributing to cutting-edge quantum photonics research, developing advanced silicon photonic devices while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to drive national defence...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Unlock transformative insights by shaping our data science initiatives, guiding product strategies, and leveraging complex datasets to enhance user experiences, impacting billions in a dynamic, innova...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $220K *

Lead strategic AI initiatives by overseeing innovation, project delivery, and team growth. Shape the vision for AI technology solutions while ensuring compliance and operational excellence to drive im...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$66K - $105K *

Join our team in drug product development to advance biologics through formulation, manufacturing support, and process optimization. Collaborate across departments to drive projects from design to exe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Elevate space exploration by conducting cutting-edge research in orbital dynamics and numerical simulations focused on cislunar space, contributing to sustainability and risk strategies within multidi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$220K - $361K *

Optimize cutting-edge humanoid robotic systems by defining multi-layered architectures and aligning AI models with hardware capabilities while leading cross-disciplinary teams to achieve revolutionary...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.