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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$230K - $322K *

Join the AI Engineering team to create Reddit-native LLMs, enhancing model safety and performance through innovative evaluation and fine-tuning pipelines, while collaborating with expert engineers to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $134K *

Tackle complex challenges as a research scientist, collaborating with engineers to design, develop, and optimize advanced mission processing systems using C++ and Python. Drive innovation in remote se...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $187K *

Collaborate to optimize underwriting practices through data-driven insights and advanced analytics. Lead initiatives in data analysis and modeling to enhance cyber risk assessment, thereby supporting...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in clinical trial programs, providing statistical oversight and mentorship to teams. Collaborate on protocol design, statistical analysis, and regulatory submissions, ensuring complian...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$466K - $500K+*

Lead the development of machine learning models for campaign delivery predictions, enhancing our advertising inventory simulations. Collaborate with teams to ensure model accuracy and clarity in repor...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading ML solutions for diverse clients. Mentor junior data scientists, manage client relationships, and oversee projects from conception to delivery while employing cutting-edge...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Transform public health with complex research initiatives while providing expert consultation to health agencies. Dive deep into epidemiological studies, streamline data processes, and collaborate on...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Manage end-to-end data understanding and model development to deliver impactful analytics solutions that enhance employee relations insights and drive data-driven product decisions directly benefiting...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Shape the future of machine learning by building innovative models and solutions, collaborating with engineers, and mentoring peers. Influence project direction while delivering impactful results acro...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Shape the future of autonomous vehicles by tackling complex AI challenges. Collaborate with engineers to enhance deep learning models and apply your expertise in unsupervised learning to scale innovat...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $250K *

Join a talented team to tackle complex AI challenges by enhancing our proprietary algorithmic toolkit and collaborating on deep learning experiments that push the boundaries of research and developmen...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$70K - $95K *

Unlock potential by conducting complex epidemiologic research to improve health policies and practices. Collaborate across agencies, analyze public health data, and provide expert consultation to enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$232K - $325K *

Innovate data science methods by crafting rigorous experimentation frameworks that uncover insights across a complex consumer ecosystem. Influence product strategies and mentor fellow scientists while...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$70K - $95K *

Lead compliance initiatives in clinical research billing, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and improving financial operations through effective collaboration and reporting in a dynamic envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $175K *

Provide scientific leadership for in vivo pharmacology studies in inflammation and autoimmunity, coordinating cross-functional efforts and external collaborations to support drug development and ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $235K *

Join a team that develops innovative software for high-throughput data processing, supporting real-time decisions in remote sensing and satellite systems, while collaborating across disciplines to enh...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI research by transforming consumer data streams into gold-standard training sets. Lead collaborations with top AI labs and establish Neon's authority in audio data evaluation, en...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $225K *

Champion cutting-edge AI research by leading LLM evaluation initiatives. Work collaboratively to develop frameworks that enhance model performance through innovative evaluation methods, driving impact...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive your career with impactful contributions in computer-aided drug design that integrates chemistry, AI, and machine learning within a dynamic, cross-disciplinary team focused on rapid molecule syn...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by developing large-scale optimization methods that enhance trading strategies in dynamic financial markets. Collaborate with a team to apply cutting-edge research and advance Voleon...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $180K *

Unlock potential by creating AI-ready data models that enhance predictive analytics and machine learning for next-gen data platforms, driving insights in utility and energy sectors through innovative...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $167K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Data Science team to develop innovative ML models and analytics solutions. Collaborate across functions to transform data into actionable insights and drive data...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $300K *

Engineer advanced clinical AI agents by merging software engineering with deep healthcare workflow understanding. Lead the design, evaluation, and implementation of reliable ML models that enhance hea...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $145K *

Champion cutting-edge metrology solutions by supporting semiconductor fabs and process engineers. Develop applications, optimize measurement technologies, and deliver training and presentations to enh...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$82K - $103K *

Transform drug product development by executing lab experiments and data analysis, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance for early-phase clinical trials, while contributin...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.