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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$95K - $115K *

Transform data into actionable insights that impact federal programs. Collaborate with experts to analyze complex datasets, develop models, and communicate findings to diverse audiences, driving decis...

2 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to impactful data-driven decisions by analyzing large datasets, developing models, and collaborating with stakeholders to improve the programs and policies of government agencies...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of impactful data research projects, utilizing advanced statistical techniques to analyze complex datasets. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive strategic solutions that impro...

2 days ago

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

$83K - $87K *

Unlock potential by leading qualitative research to assess the effectiveness of hazardous weather forecasting. Collaborate with decision-makers and scientists to enhance communication and technology i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$108K - $131K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of supply chain management, leading operations that ensure efficient reference standards and reagent logistics, while developing a high-performing team to support...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $147K *

Drive cutting-edge research as you partner with multidisciplinary teams to advance diffraction techniques and user operations at state-of-the-art beamlines, fostering scientific growth through collabo...

3 weeks ago

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

$121K - $185K *

Help us enhance national radiological emergency response efforts by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting radiological data, deploying innovative technologies, and training personnel to ensure safet...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $134K *

Advance clinical research by expertly managing and negotiating budgets, ensuring compliance and collaboration across teams, while delivering strategic financial guidance for impactful studies...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$121K - $185K *

Shape the future of radiological emergency response through data analysis, teamwork, and mentorship. Engage in training development, scientific guidance, and high-stakes operational readiness to prote...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $125K *

Shape the future of genetic medicine by managing lab operations and conducting oligonucleotide chemistry in a fast-paced environment. Drive efficiency in synthesis and quality control while directly i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$405K - $485K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI in scientific research. You'll lead product development and collaborate with scientists to create tools that enhance the research experience and accelerate...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading the analysis of multi-omics datasets. You will drive drug discovery insights, collaborate across teams, and impact precision medicine with innovative bioinformatics tech...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $205K *

Join a team that's redefining product analytics; lead measurement strategies, translate complex data into actionable insights, and shape customer-facing analytical products in a high-impact, cross-fun...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $144K *

Unlock potential by collaborating across teams to design and lead large-scale studies on human physiological responses in extreme environments, driving impactful findings for Defense Health initiative...

6 days ago

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

$230K - $300K *

Transform drug discovery by leading a high-performing team to innovate and execute strategies in small molecule therapeutics, focusing on novel modalities and challenging targets, while driving scient...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful ML research and engineering innovation, overseeing model development and technical execution in a collaborative environment, while mentoring engineers and enhancing AI system performan...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Advocate and strategize for research policy interests at the federal level, collaborating with Congress, agencies, and the advocacy community while advising on critical science and education policies...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock insights through data analysis as you assess and transform unstructured data into actionable solutions. This role will empower decision-making for customers by creating visualizations and stati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $142K *

Drive impactful data and analytics initiatives, ensuring effective project management and cross-team collaboration to enhance care delivery and improve quality measures across the organization...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$159K - $324K *

Shape the future of eCommerce innovation by designing scalable ML systems to enhance counterfeit detection, optimize operations, and drive data-driven decision-making through advanced machine learning...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $181K *

Elevate the analytical development landscape by leading method development for nucleic acid therapeutics. Bring technical expertise to advance platform goals while mentoring junior colleagues in a col...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$159K - $230K *

Innovate the future of AI product development by conducting quantitative user experience research, translating data into actionable insights while collaborating across teams to enhance UX frameworks a...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$155K - $315K *

Transform complex networking challenges into solutions by leveraging generative AI and sophisticated data science methodologies. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with leadership in AI-d...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $194K *

Engineer innovative data-driven solutions by developing algorithms and software in Python, analyzing datasets, and guiding projects across the research lifecycle to enhance organizational insights and...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $179K *

Optimize cancer diagnostics through innovative statistical and data science methods, ensuring valid study designs and timely delivery of high-quality analyses and regulatory documents in collaboration...

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.