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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$130K - $155K *

Engineer robust post-training environments to optimize long-horizon reinforcement learning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance model accuracy and efficiency while ensuring reproducibil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K *

Join a dynamic Behavioral Science team to lead the design and development of innovative intervention systems that leverage causal inference to enhance user engagement and behavior change efficacy in r...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to high-throughput proteomics by developing automated workflows, collaborating to enhance sample prep and mass spectrometry processes, while driving data generation for critical pipeline de...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative research initiatives that advance basic and translational science. Lead a team of scientists, oversee experimental design, and contribute to grant proposals while driving impactful...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize raw material specifications and documentation processes through collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while enhancing product quality and sa...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Develop and manage preclinical research projects, ensuring data analysis and protocol compliance while collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance neuroscience and injury research outcomes...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $181K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of protein engineering by developing innovative platform technologies. This role calls for a Senior Scientist to design and test large variant libraries, infl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $141K *

Shape the future of gene therapy by leading innovative non-viral delivery solutions for cystic fibrosis. Collaborate across disciplines to advance product strategies and integrate cutting-edge technol...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing complex environmental compliance projects. Collaborate with regulatory agencies, ensuring adherence to North Dakota’s guidelines while supporting diverse clients. Play...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$119K *

Reimagine decision-making by leveraging data to enhance operational efficiency and support strategic initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement data-driven solutions that inform...

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Redefine scientific inquiry by developing innovative mRNA/dsRNA and tLNP processes. Collaborate on cross-disciplinary projects, optimize methodologies, and contribute to advancements in manufacturing...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$254K - $500K+*

Engage in designing high-performance DPU network software, collaborating across hardware and software domains. Optimize AI/ML infrastructure and drive performance improvements in computing and network...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $338K *

Shape the future of women's health by leading global clinical trials, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance in innovative drug development...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$177K - $338K *

Help us advance women's health through innovative clinical trial strategies, where you will conduct, support, and report on global studies for cutting-edge compounds, ensuring adherence to regulatory...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by synthesizing and characterizing innovative materials in a collaborative environment. Contribute to groundbreaking energy storage technology through hands-on experimental chemistry...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$241K - $456K *

Design and develop cutting-edge DPU network software for advanced cloud and AI computing, emphasizing high performance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize software-har...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $153K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing advanced rodent surgical models for cardiac and vascular research, ensuring precision in administration, monitoring, and data analysis while collaborating w...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to turning human feedback into actionable insights. As a Program Manager, you'll execute data collection programs, collaborating with researchers and vendors to ensure hig...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform personal care innovation by developing cutting-edge skin and hair care formulations. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive technical excellence and customer engagement, ensuring market rea...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead process development to scale-up and transfer technology for peptide synthesis. Play a key role in the commercialization of innovative products within pharmaceutical and beauty sectors, collaborat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $230K *

Champion innovative data solutions by leading a talented team of Scientific Data Engineers focused on building effective data engineering layers that drive customer success and foster collaborative pr...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$103K - $162K *

Deliver innovative solutions by advancing in vitro pharmacology and assay development. Collaborate across teams to design and execute experiments with human immune cells, generating high-quality data...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $88K *

Collaborate in the development and management of immunoassay processes by designing experiments and ensuring quality control, while supporting process transfers and validations in a GMP environment to...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Empower engineering excellence by solving complex technical challenges, mentoring teams, and driving innovative software solutions in a collaborative, cloud-native environment focused on data and AI i...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$254K - $480K *

Transform large-scale model training by leveraging your coding skills and collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance LLM capabilities and innovate applications. Drive research and explore new techno...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 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.