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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$81K - $150K *

Discover innovative solutions as a synthetic/medicinal chemist, collaborating within a global research team to develop cutting-edge small molecules that enhance human health and contribute to transfor...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $210K *

Shape the future of eye care by leading innovation initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop transformative programs. Drive early development milestones and enhance partnership...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$183K - $248K *

Help us advance our machine learning initiatives by designing, developing, and deploying innovative models. Utilize your expertise in statistical modeling and mentoring to drive research and optimize...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $245K *

Drive innovation by leading a talented team to develop GN&C system concepts, enhancing national security capabilities. Collaborate across technical domains while fostering career growth and maintainin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in driving economic insights and analysis as a Senior Economist, managing a team to produce impactful business cycle indicators and confidence measures, while engaging with C-Suite sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$375K - $400K *

Lead the Department of Microbiology in clinical excellence and academic innovation while shaping strategic vision and fostering collaborations in a dynamic healthcare environment...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$142K - $274K *

Lead the charge in developing the measurement strategy for AI products, collaborating cross-functionally to influence allocation of resources and drive impactful business decisions through rigorous da...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $274K *

Unlock potential by leading ecosystem-level measurement strategies that drive AI investments, influencing product decisions through rigorous analysis, experimentation, and collaboration with cross-fun...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $120K *

Take ownership of research support initiatives to enhance faculty funding success. Engage with researchers to elevate project quality and promote collaborative opportunities while ensuring compliance...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Today

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

$140K - $160K *

Champion the execution of complex technical programs while managing multiple projects and teams. Utilize your government contract experience in biotech to oversee budgets, schedules, and quality deliv...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Innovate the AI automation landscape by leading initiatives that optimize workflows, enhance user experience, and drive efficiency at scale. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform ideas...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $175K *

Transform health outcomes through high-impact research on physiology, sleep, and performance. As a scientific leader, you'll drive innovation, partnering across teams to integrate findings into member...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing a comprehensive security strategy, overseeing risk management and security architecture across cutting-edge technological environments to protect vital assets...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of operational excellence by owning critical metrics and strategies, clearing bottlenecks, and managing complex initiatives. Drive business success by reducing the CEO's workload and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in higher education leadership, guiding strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across multiple departments to enhance student success and institut...

1 week ago

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

$315K - $380K *

Grow your career by managing and expanding a team of Commercial Applied AI Architects to drive technical adoption and successful deployments across mid-market and SMB customers, optimizing strategies...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$315K - $380K *

Advance your career by leading a team of applied AI architects, driving customer engagement and adoption in the mid-market segment. Collaborate closely with sales teams to build strategies and enhance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Manage financial operations and compliance while overseeing HR, governance, and office functions in a dynamic, hands-on role. Adapt to a lean environment, ensuring efficient administration and smooth...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $158K *

Manage cutting-edge research on wildfire smoke and health, leading statistical analysis and guiding teams. Your technical expertise will be key in producing impactful epidemiologic evidence to inform...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Lead compliance efforts by managing uranium remediation and permitting operations, ensuring federal and state regulatory adherence. Collaborate with geologists, engineers, and agencies to support succ...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform military capabilities by analyzing Emerging and Disruptive Technologies (EDTs). Drive strategic foresight and capability development through innovative assessments and application of new tec...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $234K *

Join a team that's shaping energy procurement strategies to drive sustainability and innovation. Lead initiatives in energy sourcing, contract negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration, ensurin...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$138K - $165K *

Execute advanced AI solutions by leveraging data analysis and cognitive computing expertise to address complex challenges, driving innovation and optimizing systems in a dynamic research environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise data management by translating business needs into data requirements, ensuring quality and accuracy across systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data p...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Elevate the future of AI by building advanced post-training systems that enable efficient evaluation and deployment of frontier models at scale, ensuring robust performance in customer-specific enviro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.