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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$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing science center operations, managing projects, and supporting staff development. Collaborate across disciplines to innovate and execute scientific research initiatives tha...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Optimize product development for innovative baked and salty snack products, driving initiatives from concept to commercialization, partnering with cross-functional teams to bring next-generation solut...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$126K - $181K *

Elevate the analytical development landscape by leading method development for nucleic acid therapeutics. Bring technical expertise to advance platform goals while mentoring junior colleagues in a col...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join us to drive the design and advancement of cutting-edge radiopharmaceutical programs, leveraging your expertise in organic and radiochemistry to tackle complex scientific challenges, mentor junior...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Advance innovative RNA editing therapeutics by designing and executing complex cell-based assays, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior scientists to drive impactful research...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Transform quantum computing through hands-on calibration, modeling, and benchmarking. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to turn advanced technology into a reliable and programmable product for...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $211K *

Drive innovation in quantum computing by developing physics-based models for neutral-atom quantum computers. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, validate experiments, and align technical re...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $130K *

Advance your career by developing enzymatic assays that drive scientific discoveries and support partner programs. Collaborate closely within a dynamic team to transform initial concepts into robust...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$158K - $355K *

Lead the charge in developing AI-driven scientific solutions, driving innovation from concept to deployment in a dynamic, customer-focused environment, collaborating across multiple disciplines to enh...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $140K *

Contribute to a seamless customer experience by connecting clients with technical and scientific operations, guiding them from initial inquiries to successful project completion in a dynamic biotechno...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $212K *

Join a dynamic team of biophysicists to accelerate drug discovery through innovative biophysical methods, enhancing target validation, and mechanistic insights for oncology projects while collaboratin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in peptide design and synthesis, managing workflows from sequence selection to biological handoff, while troubleshooting complex chemistry and analytical challenges to drive high-quali...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $414K *

Lead high-impact robotics initiatives by driving strategy, innovation, and collaboration across teams. Deliver scalable AI and robotics solutions that align with business needs while fostering cross-d...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $107K *

Lead a dynamic research and development team to innovate and enhance products in the Family Care tissue business, ensuring consumer needs are met while collaborating across functions to drive successf...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $198K *

Transform materials development through advanced polymer science and melt processing. Drive innovative formulation strategies and integrated workflows, leveraging AI to accelerate progress in solid po...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $156K *

Unlock potential by leading computational biology analyses that drive insights from high-dimensional multi-omics data, partnering with cross-functional teams to support pharmaceutical development in i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $264K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge AI for robotics, collaborating across teams to define, prototype, and deliver innovative solutions that enhance product performance and customer experiences in co...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$126K - $264K *

Shape comprehensive AI solutions for robotics by leading multi-disciplinary teams and driving applied research in perception and embodied AI, from concept to production, ensuring robust integration in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$98K - $163K *

Shape the future of immunology and molecular biology by leading high-priority research projects while providing expert guidance and support to a dynamic laboratory environment. Drive innovation and co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $100K *

Shape the future of spatial transcriptomics by joining our dynamic research team. Contribute to the development of high-definition assays and collaborate with experts across disciplines to advance inn...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Drive product and technology transfer success through process optimization and team leadership in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Collaborate across departments to support innovative solutions for solid...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive dynamic programs from concept to launch, optimizing cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely delivery of high-quality medical device solutions in a fast-paced environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Advance your career by leading complex programs to launch groundbreaking ultrasound systems. Collaborate across disciplines to drive product development, manage risks, and ensure regulatory compliance...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $121K *

Innovate within a collaborative team to optimize ligands using molecular biology and discovery technologies, supporting projects from research to commercialization in a dynamic environment...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$138K - $153K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing user experience through code, prototyping, and shipping enterprise solutions. Collaborate across teams to design and optimize intuitive workflows, data visualization...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.