Exclusive Research Scientist Jobs over $100,000

Welcome to the Ladders’ Research Scientist jobs category, your gateway to discover and apply for high paying jobs in the lucrative world of scientific research.

What is a Research Scientist?

A Research Scientist is a professional who conducts and evaluates complex experiments, tests, and research on different subjects, primarily to advance knowledge in their specific field.

Skills Needed

Key skills for research scientists include analytical skills, detail-oriented approach, dexterity, logical-thinking, time management, and expertise in scientific principles.

How to Become One

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific field is required to become a Research Scientist. A master’s or doctoral degree might be necessary for advanced positions.

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$466K - $500K+*

Transform research insights into impact by collaborating across teams to tackle complex challenges. Foster innovation and drive effective solutions within the realms of machine learning, artificial in...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K - $325K *

Drive innovation in reinforcement learning by developing advanced data solutions for training large language models. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform research insights into impactful, custo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $107K *

Champion innovative healthcare solutions by analyzing complex data trends and outcomes. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve clinical effectiveness for Medicare beneficiaries through ac...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $91K *

Transform the landscape of LGBTQ+ young people’s mental health research through conducting quantitative analyses, co-authoring impactful publications, and data-informed advocacy. Collaborate across te...

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Yesterday

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

$80K - $100K *

Shape clinical development through precise medical writing and analysis. Collaborate on key projects, ensuring high-quality documentation for regulatory submissions and scientific publications, while...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$350K - $400K *

Shape the future of embodied intelligence by leading groundbreaking research in Vision AI and multimodal foundation models. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create innovative solutions that advance...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in biostatistical analysis for clinical trials, ensuring adherence to industry standards while overseeing the development of statistical plans and deliverables. Collaborate across depa...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Join a collaborative team focused on software development and geospatial data analysis. Utilize Python, GIS tools, and version control to drive innovative solutions and streamline processes in a dynam...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $115K *

Advance materials informatics by leveraging data science and machine learning in collaboration with diverse teams, driving innovative research to tackle materials challenges and contribute to impactfu...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Lead innovative research in differential privacy to shape strategies for privacy-preserving data handling, ensuring robust solutions while collaborating with NIST on advancing techniques for shared da...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leveraging deep scientific expertise and technical skills to partner with customers, ensuring the delivery of complex SaaS solutions while driving integration and data architecture...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $126K *

Elevate scientific discovery through innovative human-agent collaboration. As a postdoctoral researcher, you will lead AI projects that enhance interactions between human scientists and AI systems, dr...

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4 weeks ago

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

$250K - $305K *

Engage in the development of innovative AI systems, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to explore learning mechanisms and create adaptable algorithms for complex environments ensuring efficien...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower scientific advancement by driving LCMS innovation and cross-functional collaboration in pharmaceutical bioanalysis. Lead complex initiatives that align product strategy with emerging market ne...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by collaborating across teams to drive data integrity and safety in oncology clinical studies while developing comprehensive medical review plans and managing project deliverables...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $96K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing environmental health research through innovative data collection and analysis techniques. Take the lead in managing projects, equipment, and outreach efforts...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$241K - $331K *

Reimagine data representation in biological datasets to innovate AI models. Lead cross-functional teams in creating robust, scalable data architectures that enhance scientific insights and advance hum...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

Drive your career forward by utilizing advanced statistical analysis and machine learning to solve complex data challenges. Collaborate across teams to develop predictive models, communicate insights...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Champion the development of groundbreaking AI systems by driving research, orchestrating agent workflows, and enhancing reliability of autonomous operations, while collaborating with cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $181K *

Lead cutting-edge clinical data and AI initiatives with top hospitals to drive innovation in image-guided therapy. Partner with key stakeholders to translate clinical needs into impactful, scalable so...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $300K *

Transform AI research by leading innovations in autonomous systems and agentic infrastructure, ensuring safe and effective deployment in regulated environments. Drive strategic direction through exper...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of education through data science by transforming complex institutional inquiries into actionable analytical insights, leveraging AI/ML models, and fostering stud...

Reposted yesterday

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

$120K - $150K *

Own the intelligence layer driving student engagement, retention, and enrollment by leading AI/ML initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement predictive models and deliver measurable busi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Manage medical review processes, analyze data for trends, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure project milestones are met while adhering to clinical standards and compliance guidelines...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to design, validate, and optimize scientific applications within NOAA's operational frameworks, leveraging advanced programming skills to enhance meteorologica...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the minimum qualification to be a Research Scientist?question toggle

    The minimum qualification to become a Research Scientist is a bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific field. However, a master’s or doctoral degree might be necessary for advanced positions.

  • What skills are required for a Research Scientist job?question toggle

    Key skills for a Research Scientist include analytical skills, detail-oriented approach, dexterity, logical-thinking, and time management. They also need to have a good grasp of scientific principles relevant to their field.

  • What does a Research Scientist do?question toggle

    A Research Scientist conducts and evaluates complex experiments, tests, and research on different subjects, primarily to advance knowledge in their specific field.