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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$170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building an uncompromising statistical foundation for consumer analytics. Leverage your data science expertise to optimize complex models and ensure robust infrastructu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Engineer marine soundscapes by managing and analyzing passive acoustic data to support research on fish, marine mammals, and vessel activity across the southeastern U.S. Collaborate with partners and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Support data-driven decision-making by transforming operational data into actionable insights, producing visualizations, and delivering analytical reports for leadership in a federal IT mission enviro...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of healthcare analytics by leading data science solutions that transform clinical data into scalable AI implementations. Empower organizations with advanced machine learning strategie...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful real-world evidence generation by leading projects and cultivating client relationships. Collaborate with a talented team focused on real-world comparative effectiveness research to en...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$154K - $200K *

Drive impactful cybersecurity solutions as a Senior Data Scientist, leading the full model lifecycle and collaborating cross-functionally to develop state-of-the-art machine learning applications for...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$245K - $315K *

Partner with us to advance GenAI research by leading initiatives on evaluation design and post-training methods for LLMs, driving practical solutions and innovations through collaboration across AI/ML...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovation by analyzing emerging technologies and trends to enhance mission capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate, prototype, and integrate solutions that address...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's focused on transforming complex datasets into impactful solutions. Drive innovation through Bayesian modeling to deliver production-grade analytics with autonomy and collaboration a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in data-driven decision-making for government, using advanced data analysis and predictive modeling to provide actionable insights that influence critical policy outcomes and improve p...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $225K *

Lead impactful safety surveillance efforts for investigational and marketed products. Collaborate cross-functionally to evaluate safety data and identify signals. Utilize data analytics for proactive...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $173K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing expert statistical consultancy by managing statistical projects, leading clinical trial designs, and ensuring quality reporting processes for impactful clinic...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $250K *

Shape the future of AI quality assurance by designing scalable systems that ensure data integrity. Leverage your technical expertise to automate and enhance data quality checks, balancing AI-driven an...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading the full data lifecycle, developing and deploying ML models while ensuring operational excellence and measurable business impact, with a focus on sophisticated risk detecti...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $163K *

The Data Scientist will collaborate with team members and stakeholders to develop machine learning applications and provide critical insights for strategic decision-making. This role involves data exp...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$115K *

Grow your expertise by supporting cutting-edge research in climate impacts and solutions, engaging with decision-makers, and contributing to publications while collaborating on innovative adaptation s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team focused on pioneering real-world evidence research! Contribute your PhD expertise in Epidemiology, Biostatistics or related fields to design studies, analyze data, and communicate findings...

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Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$169K - $229K *

Transform our internal AI landscape by leading the strategy and execution of an innovative platform that empowers teams across functions to efficiently harness AI for enhanced productivity and operati...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $110K *

Innovate and advance public health initiatives as a vital contributor to epidemiologic studies, utilizing advanced statistical methods to analyze data and influence maternal and child health programs...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading data-driven marketing strategies and analyses. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive user growth through predictive modeling and impactful insights, enhancing pl...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$185K - $321K *

Accelerate the impact of AI data by leading model evaluation and tuning. Oversee a small team to ensure rigorous benchmarking and analysis, while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance product of...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Unlock potential by architecting and scaling AI solutions that enhance scientific research. Collaborate across teams to prototype LLM-enabled capabilities, identify high-impact opportunities, and impr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$167K - $278K *

Elevate your career by shaping AI governance and compliance frameworks that ensure responsible AI deployment while driving measurable business impact in clinical research. Lead a team committed to tra...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Invent innovative data solutions to enhance logistics and operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle high-impact problems through advanced machine learning and analytics, driving me...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Lead the organization and analysis of multifaceted environmental datasets, ensuring robust data governance and collaboration across teams. Shape analytical frameworks to drive impactful environmental...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.