Explore Data & Applied Scientist Jobs

Data and applied scientists turn complex data into practical insights, predictive models, and products that help organizations make better decisions. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders for experienced professionals seeking roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Data and Applied Scientists Do

These professionals use statistics, machine learning, experimentation, and programming to investigate real-world problems. Depending on the role, they may build predictive systems, design and evaluate experiments, develop data-driven products, or translate analytical findings into recommendations for business and technical teams.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with Python or R, SQL, statistical modeling, machine learning, data visualization, and cloud or big-data platforms. Strong communication and the ability to connect technical work to measurable outcomes are also valuable. Requirements vary by employer, industry, and seniority.

Where These Roles Work

Data and applied scientists contribute across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and other data-intensive industries. Teams may focus on areas such as personalization, forecasting, risk, operations, product analytics, or scientific research.

Find Your Next Data Science Role

Browse Data & Applied Scientist openings on Ladders and compare opportunities by specialization, responsibilities, and experience level. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you explore roles aligned with your skills and career goals.

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$120K - $145K *

Advance your career by bridging data science and software production. Collaborate on NLP and machine learning projects using Python and Java/Spring on AWS, contributing to vital national-security miss...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $235K *

Lead innovative data science initiatives to generate real-world evidence supporting Immunology research. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex data into actionable insights, enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

Help us advance Immunology research by delivering data science strategies that generate real-world evidence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate insights into actionable research, dri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

Unlock potential by leading data science initiatives that drive real-world evidence strategies in Immunology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex data into actionable insights...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

Drive innovative data science strategies to enhance Immunology research, leveraging real-world evidence to inform clinical development and decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$186K - $311K *

Lead the development and deployment of advanced analytics and AI methods to drive commercial decisions in a major pharmaceutical organization, ensuring scientific rigor and enterprise-wide adoption wh...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$186K - $311K *

Join a team that's redefining analytics in the pharmaceutical industry. Lead the development and deployment of AI-driven methods that transform data into actionable commercial insights, ensuring scien...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's transforming machine learning research into impactful solutions. Collaborate on feature engineering and optimization in a fully remote environment, driving projects from concept to...

Boston, MARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Transform data into actionable insights by building models that optimize carrier selection for auto insurance shoppers. Own media buying models to enhance ROAS, ensuring effective deployment and monit...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$118K *

Transform enterprise data management by leading the migration to a unified cloud-based data lake. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable architectures and optimize data pipelines...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K *

Shape the future of data-driven marketing by leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning to deliver impactful insights and strategies that enhance client campaigns and drive business growth acr...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $215K *

Drive impactful data science initiatives by partnering with teams to enhance campaign performance through advanced analytics and machine learning. Lead projects, mentor talent, and foster a data-drive...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $200K *

Empower your career by designing and deploying AI-powered solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve ambiguous problems using machine learning techniques and deliver scalable capabili...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and optimize healthcare network performance through advanced data analytics. Collaborate cross-functionally to derive insights from large datasets, ensuring data quality and governance while d...

Overland Park, KSRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $120K *

Innovate at the forefront of data analysis, leveraging advanced tools to support critical investigations and policy initiatives. Collaborate with legal teams to uncover insights that drive impactful d...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$192K - $260K *

Join a team that's pioneering generative AI solutions, advancing machine learning models in a production-ready environment, and driving innovation across multimedia synthesis at scale...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$141K - $169K *

Champion the development and delivery of data products, collaborating with stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable roadmaps. Drive product vision, prioritize backlogs, and ensure effe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$147K - $176K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data products. As a Manager, you'll drive the vision and implementation of data solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance data accessibility and go...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $172K *

Join a team that's tackling complex AI/ML challenges, developing innovative algorithms across various domains. Collaborate with interdisciplinary experts to analyze data and implement cutting-edge sol...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $172K *

Drive innovation as a Senior AI/ML Engineer, tackling complex challenges in AI/ML algorithm development across diverse domains, while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance cutting-edge...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $282K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative analytics and AI initiatives that enhance medical safety decisions and operational efficiencies. Drive change, mentor talent, and shape the future of healthca...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in leveraging data science and AI/ML to transform complex datasets into actionable insights. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance analytic workflows supporting advanced...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $105K *

Drive data analytics initiatives by transforming raw data into insights, leveraging machine learning and visualization techniques to support surface ship modernization strategies within a collaborativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $105K *

Join a team that's transforming data into actionable insights through innovative analytics applications. Utilize techniques like data mining and machine learning to support critical maritime projects...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Champion the development and deployment of AI and advanced analytics solutions to enhance decision-making and drive measurable business impact across Commercial, Medical, and Market Access functions...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data or Applied Scientist do?question toggle

    A Data or Applied Scientist applies methods such as statistical analysis, machine learning, and experimentation to solve practical problems, generate insights, and support data-driven products or decisions.

  • What skills are commonly required for Data & Applied Scientist jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include Python or R, SQL, statistics, machine learning, data visualization, and experience working with large datasets. Employers may also value communication, experimentation, and domain knowledge.

  • How is an applied scientist different from a data scientist?question toggle

    The titles overlap and vary by employer. Applied scientists often emphasize developing and deploying methods or models to address specific product or operational problems, while data scientists may cover a broader mix of analysis, experimentation, modeling, and business insights.

  • What industries hire Data and Applied Scientists?question toggle

    Technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and many other industries hire these professionals to support areas such as forecasting, personalization, risk analysis, research, and product development.

  • How can I find Data & Applied Scientist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore Ladders for vetted professional Data & Applied Scientist opportunities paying $100,000 or more, and review each listing for its qualifications, responsibilities, and compensation details.