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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$153K - $300K *

Optimize high-performance network software by designing cutting-edge DPU solutions. Collaborate with hardware teams to enhance cloud and AI computing infrastructures, driving innovations in software-h...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $387K *

Elevate your career by designing high-performance DPU network software, collaborating on hardware-software solutions, and optimizing AI/ML infrastructure for efficient distributed systems and training...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in advancing pharmaceutical analytical methods and standards. Drive complex studies, support regulatory compliance, and mentor scientific talent while championing method development an...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$218K - $387K *

Innovate cutting-edge AI infrastructure solutions that drive next-generation technology. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to tackle complex challenges in massive scale systems and applied cogn...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $171K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to design and interpret experiments focused on gene writing technologies, while leveraging advanced NGS and cloud-based data analysis to...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $227K *

Join a team dedicated to pioneering AI solutions as you lead applied research initiatives and translate advanced concepts into impactful outcomes for national security. Shape technical strategies and...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock innovation by leading high-impact research initiatives that shape physician assessment in Canada. Collaborate across organizations, mentor emerging talent, and contribute to meaningful healthca...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Lead the design and execution of NGS sequencing platforms, mentoring teams and driving multi-omics integration with genomics and proteomics technology. Shape laboratory strategy to deliver innovative...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $174K *

Support the development and optimization of analytical methods for radiopharmaceuticals, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and regulatory standards. Collaborate across functions to generate high...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$174K - $252K *

Unlock potential by applying advanced research techniques to drive innovation and enhance understanding of AI's impact across socio-technical systems, collaborating on large-scale projects that shape...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engage in end-to-end peptide synthesis, ensuring quality control while troubleshooting and improving processes. This hands-on role allows you to closely oversee synthesis, purification, and characteri...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$285K - $380K *

Unlock the power of data to drive strategic decisions and enhance AI functionalities. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, shaping insights that optimize product performance and user engage...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $170K *

Transform data into insights while managing preclinical programs, designing experiments, and analyzing immune cell responses. Collaborate across functions to advance therapeutic strategies in a hands...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$204K - $259K *

Innovate in AI by advancing reinforcement learning techniques for autonomous vehicle trajectory planning, collaborating with diverse teams to integrate cutting-edge research, and driving best practice...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$204K - $259K *

Empower innovation by advancing cutting-edge research in RL and AI methods to optimize autonomous vehicle trajectory planning, while collaborating across teams to enhance Waymo's foundational models a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$204K - $259K *

Engage in groundbreaking research on reinforcement learning techniques to enhance autonomous vehicle trajectory planning while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$86K - $106K *

Champion image processing strategies to analyze vast Electron Microscopy datasets. Collaborate within a diverse team to advance understanding of brain function and cell types, contributing to impactfu...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$183K - $194K *

Pioneer innovative discoveries in computational biology, integrating diverse data modalities to identify therapeutic targets and champions of drug development. Collaborate with top-tier scientists to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $214K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Scientist, spearheading Big Data initiatives, employing advanced machine learning and data analytics, while collaborating across diverse domains to derive insights and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$161K - $211K *

Engineer high-end analytics solutions by leveraging data science and Python expertise to enhance cybersecurity while collaborating with a skilled team focused on national security improvements...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $194K *

Unlock the potential of data by leading advanced analytics projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design algorithms, refine data models, and drive insights from Big Data. Your expertise...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $143K *

Unlock potential by leading a research team focused on cardiovascular health metrics, conducting in-depth analyses, managing projects, and disseminating findings to impact public health initiatives...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $159K *

Elevate research capabilities by designing and optimizing cellular activity imaging experiments, capturing neural dynamics, and advancing neural technology through collaboration across multiple scient...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$250K - $350K *

Build and maintain cutting-edge pricing infrastructure for perpetual futures, ensuring reliable mark prices, funding rates, and margin parameters. Collaborate with engineering, driving responsibility...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $225K *

Lead the charge in experimental RF science to optimize the operation and commissioning of advanced ion cyclotron heating systems in plasma physics, supporting innovative fusion energy research and mul...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.