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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$115K - $160K *

Support our scientific team by leading process chemistry initiatives, mentoring scientists, and optimizing organic synthesis techniques for drug development. Drive innovation and ensure project succes...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$154K - $176K *

Pioneer breakthroughs in preclinical development by managing portfolios of cutting-edge therapies. Collaborate cross-functionally, mentor teams, and engage with external partners to advance innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $234K *

Take ownership of complex AI evaluation projects, turning user needs into measurable hypotheses, conducting experiments, and delivering actionable insights that guide product development in cutting-ed...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Join a team that independently evaluates advanced AI models and systems. You'll translate complex customer needs into measurable tests, develop automated protocols, and collaborate with experts to enh...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Explore advanced AI evaluation techniques by leading end-to-end analyses of foundation models and AI systems. Collaborate across teams to translate complex questions into actionable insights, enhancin...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$141K - $257K *

Play a key role in advancing innovative research by mentoring trainees, leading projects, and managing lab operations while collaborating closely with principal investigators to optimize research outc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $277K *

Grow your career with a leadership role defining nonclinical drug safety strategies. Collaborate across functions to assess risks, promote innovative thinking, and drive decisions that impact therapeu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $277K *

Deliver innovative drug safety strategies across multiple therapeutic areas, driving cross-functional collaboration from discovery through to regulatory submissions. Lead risk assessments and shape pr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $277K *

Empower innovative drug discovery as a nonclinical safety leader, guiding multidisciplinary teams from target identification to regulatory approval in immunology and oncology, ensuring patient safety...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $277K *

Elevate drug discovery by leading the Nonclinical Drug Safety strategy across multiple therapeutic areas, ensuring innovative and effective assessment of drug candidates while collaborating with cross...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $277K *

Drive innovation in drug development by leading nonclinical safety strategies across diverse therapeutic areas, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the success of novel medicines from...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as a Data Scientist Level 2, tackling complex data challenges and enhancing Big Data platforms while developing innovative algorithms and visualizations that drive strategic decisi...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing analytical solutions for complex datasets by utilizing advanced programming and data science techniques. Collaborate with teams to refine algorithms and enhance decision...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $105K *

Engineer collaborative, science-driven conservation solutions to restore California's native salmon and trout populations, enhancing river ecosystems through community engagement and strategic partner...

6 days ago

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

$150K - $175K *

Build strategic partnerships with federal science agencies and drive atmospheric research funding. Cultivate relationships and lead proposal development, ensuring alignment with agency priorities and...

Yesterday

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

$120K - $150K *

Engage with federal science enterprises and enhance partnerships to secure funding. Drive strategic legislative proposals, manage Congressional relationships, and lead proposal efforts to support atmo...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative confectionery VMS and OTC products while mentoring junior scientists. Collaborate across teams to drive new opportunities, enhance product for...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$156K - $214K *

Drive analytical development leadership for Biologics projects, ensuring compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards from preclinical through commercialization phases while managing method validatio...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $214K *

Lead and manage analytical development projects, ensuring compliance and innovation in testing methods. Drive progress across preclinical to commercial phases in a collaborative and accountable manner...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer innovative software solutions in advanced government missions. Collaborate across teams to translate complex scientific needs into actionable, compliance-driven software, ensuring top-tier per...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in pharmaceutical formulation development by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create new drug products. Use your expertise to support manufacturing processes and mentor ju...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$132K - $259K *

Transform neural data analysis by developing innovative computational pipelines and machine learning techniques for biophysical modeling, driving cutting-edge neuroscience solutions alongside a collab...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $168K *

Join a team that's innovating high-throughput cloning and yeast strain construction. As a Scientist II, you'll develop methods that enhance efficiency, mentor junior researchers, and lead automation e...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by providing analytical insights to enhance military policy and readiness. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment and contribute to impactful research in workforce management...

Yesterday

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

$120K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced analytical models. Drive impactful machine learning solutions, mentor junior data scientists, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate insights i...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.