Explore Physicist Jobs Paying $100,000 and More

Discover physicist jobs that match your expertise in scientific research, experimentation, analysis, and problem-solving. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles across research institutions, technology companies, engineering organizations, healthcare, and government.

Physicist Career Opportunities

Physicists investigate the fundamental properties of matter and energy, develop models, analyze complex data, and apply scientific principles to real-world challenges. Depending on the role, you might conduct experimental or theoretical research, design instruments, build simulations, or translate scientific findings into new technologies and products.

Skills and Qualifications

Many physicist positions require an advanced degree in physics or a related discipline, particularly for research-focused work. Employers may also seek expertise in computational modeling, programming, statistical analysis, laboratory methods, technical communication, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Requirements vary by position and industry.

Industries That Hire Physicists

Physicists work in academia, national laboratories, aerospace, energy, semiconductors, medical technology, software, and other science-driven fields. Their quantitative and analytical skills can also transfer to roles in data science, quantitative finance, engineering, and technology development.

Find Your Next Physicist Role

Browse physicist jobs on Ladders to explore high-level opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then tailor your resume to highlight relevant research achievements, technical skills, and measurable impact.

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$120K *

Lead the charge in tropical cyclone research, utilizing advanced satellite data to enhance forecasting and decision support systems. Collaborate with experts to develop innovative methodologies and se...

Madison, WIRemote

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Champion the development of cutting-edge control solutions for neutral-atom platforms. Leverage your expertise to define analog and digital requirements, ensuring seamless scaling from small qubit sys...

Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving product innovation in radiation therapy through customer insights and clinical expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance solutions and workflows, ensuri...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Transform the future of quantum technology by leveraging expertise to guide product development and foster enduring customer relationships in a competitive landscape. Drive innovation and impact throu...

Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $266K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring quality radiation therapy delivery and safety standards while collaborating with staff to support patient-focused care and effective operational practices in R...

Palm Springs, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $350K *

Build advanced inference systems to enhance RL research, optimizing throughput and enabling scalable model updates. Collaborate with researchers to balance efficiency and quality in cutting-edge AI ar...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in carbon accounting, collaborating with enterprise sustainability leaders to define methodologies, manage emissions data, and translate regulations into actionable product insights fo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $262K *

Join us to ensure high-quality radiation therapy through expert oversight, compliance, and innovative practices. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient safety and deliver exceptional car...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of innovative modeling capabilities to enhance our advanced simulation framework, collaborating with engineers to integrate numerical methods and apply machine learning for mo...

Seattle, WARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $195K *

Take ownership of designing automated systems and robotic equipment for remote operations in radiological environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration and perf...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$185K - $254K *

Empower our Radiation Oncology Services by ensuring safe and effective delivery of radiation therapy. Collaborate with leadership to uphold standards and provide essential training, contributing to op...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you bridge scientific R&D and digital strategy, guiding customers to realize value through complex solutions tailored to their unique challenges. Drive transformation and ensure...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining energy solutions by designing innovative fluid and power systems. As a Process Engineer, you'll drive the development and optimization of cutting-edge technologies in a f...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Advance your career by providing essential maintenance and support for cyclotrons and analytical equipment, ensuring optimal performance in a dynamic oncology environment. Collaborate on quality contr...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing machine-learning solutions for biological datasets, integrating protein structures with phenotypic data, and communicating insights to diverse stakeholders. Drive innova...

New Jersey, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $135K *

Advance educational research by analyzing data and synthesizing findings to enhance student access to advanced courses. Collaborate with stakeholders to design studies, build dashboards, and communica...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$150K - $200K *

Engineer cutting-edge thermal-hydraulic safety analyses to enhance isotope reactor designs, ensuring compliance with licensing while collaborating across disciplines to connect safety functions and op...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by conducting high-resolution modeling for atmospheric rivers, enhancing predictive capabilities within the Unified Forecast System, and collaborating on innovative parameterization m...

College Park, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Play a key role in transforming raw data into actionable insights by building machine-learning systems. Collaborate across teams to analyze complex datasets and create innovative models for logistics...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$141K - $188K *

Oversee the local radiation safety program, ensuring compliance with regulations. Mentor staff, manage resources, and represent the organization in communication with regulators. Drive continuous impr...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $175K *

Drive criticality safety evaluations and develop safety programs for innovative nuclear fuel recycling. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure compliance and enhance safety measures in a fast-paced...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $162K *

Contribute to the advancement of medical physics by leading dosimetry analysis for radiopharmaceuticals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive research in drug development and improve imagi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Drive innovation by leading plume modeling and forecasting for aerosol injection studies. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance forecasting capabilities and support field experiments, e...

San Francisco, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $100K *

Unlock insights through quantitative analysis and research, shaping energy policy scenarios while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance philanthropic grantmaking efforts and present findings thro...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Design and implement comprehensive radiation safety programs, ensuring compliance with regulations while providing technical leadership in health physics. Oversee projects related to environmental rem...

Knoxville, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a physicist do?question toggle

    Physicists study matter, energy, and physical systems. Their work may involve conducting research, designing experiments, developing mathematical or computational models, analyzing data, and applying scientific principles to practical problems.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for physicist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the role. Research positions often require a Ph.D. in physics or a related field, while some applied, industry, or technical positions may accept a bachelor's or master's degree alongside relevant experience and specialized skills.

  • Where do physicists work?question toggle

    Physicists work in universities, government and national laboratories, aerospace, energy, semiconductor manufacturing, healthcare and medical technology, software, and other industries that rely on scientific research or quantitative analysis.

  • Can physicists work outside academic research?question toggle

    Yes. Physicists may pursue careers in industry, engineering, data science, quantitative finance, product development, instrumentation, and technical consulting, applying their modeling, programming, and analytical expertise.

  • How can I find physicist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders listings for vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare the required expertise, experience, location, and compensation in each job description, and emphasize relevant accomplishments in your application.