Everything you need to know about the promising and stimulating career of being a research scientist, and the high-paying positions you can aspire to.
Research Scientists are professionals who conduct experiments in a variety of fields to enhance human knowledge and find solutions to pressing problems. Their main goal is to expand human understanding and contribute to technological advancements and medical breakthroughs.
From conducting experiments and analyzing results to writing detailed reports and presenting findings, the role of a research scientist is diverse. Their research can be used in several practical applications to make life better and more convenient. They work across various disciplines, including physics, biology, and chemistry.
Research Scientist jobs require a strong background in science, along with relevant work experience. An advanced degree is typically preferred. Navigating the job market can be daunting, but Ladders is here to guide you through it.
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$128K - $266K *
The Research Scientist role at Yahoo involves developing and implementing machine learning algorithms to enhance the quality of Yahoo Search products. Candidates will work collaboratively to solve com...
1w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Enterprise Technology$65K - $117K *
The Research Scientist at Leidos Office of Technology will work on Cyber AI projects, designing, implementing, and evaluating AI/ML models for various applications, creating prototypes, and collaborat...
More than 4w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Technical Services$99K - $164K *
The Research Scientist will contribute to major research projects supporting real-world evidence generation and lead or participate in proposals for new research studies. The role involves developing...
4w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Healthcare$99K - $164K *
The Research Scientist will lead and contribute to major research projects, develop methodological research leading to publications, provide oversight for projects, and present findings internally and...
More than 4w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Healthcare$149K - $207K *
Senior Research Scientist role at Upstart focusing on productionalizing, deploying, and training machine learning models in a fast-paced environment with a talented team...
4w ago
• Finance & InsuranceData Scientist, Research Data Insights
$97K - $151K *
Join Digital Science as a Data Scientist in the Research Data Insights team. Leverage your expertise in data analysis, machine learning, and AI technologies to support global customers in managing res...
More than 4w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Information Technology$117K - $194K *
The Senior Research Scientist will lead and oversee major research projects, develop externally funded research programs, and contribute to peer-reviewed publications. This role requires providing men...
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• 5 - 7 years exp. • Pharmaceuticals & Biotech$128K - $266K *
The Sr. Research Scientist at Yahoo will be responsible for developing advanced stochastic streaming algorithms to process and analyze massive amounts of data, influencing product changes, and collabo...
More than 4w ago
• Enterprise Technology$128K - $266K *
The Sr. Research Scientist at Yahoo will be responsible for developing advanced stochastic streaming algorithms to process and analyze large amounts of data, translating scientific algorithms into pro...
More than 4w ago
• Enterprise Technology$128K - $266K *
The Sr. Research Scientist at Yahoo will be responsible for developing advanced stochastic streaming algorithms to process and analyze massive amounts of data, influencing product changes, and collabo...
More than 4w ago
• Enterprise TechnologyResearch Scientist - Youth Mental Health
$112K - $127K *
Seeking an experienced Research Scientist with a PhD and 5+ years of hands-on quantitative research experience in youth mental health. The role involves leading a high-profile project to create a US Y...
4w ago
• 5 - 7 years exp. • HealthcareSenior Research Scientist, Generative AI x Science
$190K - $285K *
Conduct original research in generative AI and machine learning to advance biomedical research and AI for scientific discovery at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative...
More than 4w ago
• 5 - 7 years exp. • Education, Government & Non-ProfitResearch Scientist - Real World Evidence
$84K - $117K *
The Research Scientist - Real World Evidence position involves leading real-world studies in the pharmacy and biotech space to improve healthcare outcomes. The role requires expertise in health econom...
4w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Healthcare$132K - $165K *
The Clinical Research Scientist at Omada Health is responsible for conceptualizing research questions, analyzing data from various sources, and communicating results through peer-reviewed manuscripts...
3w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • HealthcareSenior Scientist in Real-world Data
$200K - $247K *
The Senior Scientist in Real-world Data will provide technical and visionary leadership for major research proposals and projects focused on real-world data and evidence. The role involves leading cro...
Yesterday
• 11 - 15 years exp. • Aerospace & DefenseSenior Scientist in Real-world Data
$200K - $247K *
The Senior Scientist in Real-world Data will provide technical and visionary leadership for major research proposals and projects focused on real-world data and evidence. The role involves leading cro...
1w ago
• 11 - 15 years exp. • Aerospace & Defense$110K - $150K *
The Senior Research Scientist will engage in innovative methods in evidence synthesis, collaborating on projects and developing client-ready deliverables. This role requires overseeing systematic lite...
3w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Pharmaceuticals & Biotech$90K - $130K *
The Senior Research Scientist will work on innovative methods in evidence synthesis, collaborating on projects and developing client-ready deliverables. This role requires overseeing systematic litera...
3w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Pharmaceuticals & BiotechSenior Scientist in Real-world Data
$200K - $247K *
The Senior Scientist in Real-world Data will provide technical and visionary leadership for major research proposals and projects focused on real-world data and evidence. The role involves leading cro...
5d ago
• 11 - 15 years exp. • Aerospace & DefenseSenior Scientist in Real-world Data
$200K - $247K *
The Senior Scientist in Real-world Data will provide technical and visionary scientific leadership for research proposals and projects in real-world data and evidence. The role involves leading projec...
2w ago
• 11 - 15 years exp. • Aerospace & Defense$120K - $180K *
Leonardo.Ai is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to lead research in multimodal AI, focusing on image, video, 3D, and language modeling. The role involves architecting, training, and evaluating foun...
1w ago
• Information Technology$120K - $180K *
Leonardo.Ai is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to lead research in multimodal AI, focusing on image, video, 3D, and language modeling. The role involves architecting, training, and evaluating foun...
1w ago
• Information TechnologyMachine Learning Research Scientist
$122K - $220K *
The Leidos Innovations Center (LInC) is seeking a Machine Learning Research Scientist to develop innovative ML-based solutions for national security. The role involves leading high-performing teams, e...
3w ago
• 8 - 10 years exp. • Technical Services$200K - $300K *
As an Applied Scientist at One, you will lead the development and deployment of machine learning models to enhance customer experience, drive business growth, and improve operational efficiency. This...
2w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Enterprise Technology$120K - $160K *
As a Senior Clinical Scientist, you will develop protocols for clinical studies and contribute to program strategy for assigned compounds. You will also draft clinical scientific documents and provide...
2w ago
• Less than 5 years exp. • Pharmaceuticals & BiotechWhat skills are required for a Research Scientist job?
Research Scientists require strong analytical, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. They should be proficient in scientific subjects, have a solid grasp of the scientific method and be comfortable using laboratory equipment.
How much does a Research Scientist make?
Research Scientist salaries can vary based on experience, education, and specialty. On Ladders, we feature Research Scientist jobs that pay over $100,000 per year.