Explore Senior Scientist Jobs

Find Senior Scientist opportunities for experienced researchers ready to lead studies, advance scientific programs, and translate complex data into meaningful results. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior-level positions across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, technology, and other research-driven industries.

What Does a Senior Scientist Do?

Senior Scientists plan and conduct research, develop methods and experiments, analyze results, and communicate findings to technical and business stakeholders. Depending on the organization and specialty, they may guide research programs, mentor scientists, collaborate across teams, manage laboratory or project resources, and support product development or regulatory submissions.

Common Senior Scientist Specialties

Senior Scientist roles span a range of disciplines, including molecular biology, immunology, bioinformatics, chemistry, materials science, neuroscience, data science, and clinical research. Review each job description for the specific scientific expertise, tools, and industry experience required.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers often look for a relevant advanced degree or equivalent experience, a strong record of scientific contributions, and expertise in research methods used in the role. Valuable qualifications may include experimental design, statistical analysis, technical writing, project leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to mentor colleagues. Requirements vary by specialty and employer.

Find Your Next Senior Scientist Role

Search Senior Scientist jobs on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by industry, location, responsibilities, and qualifications, and focus your search on positions that match your scientific background and career goals.

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$110K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead complex engineering projects in power generation, focusing on excitation systems. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver innovative solutions while enjo...

Warrenville, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading the Cultural Resources practice, driving strategic growth, and ensuring technical excellence in archaeology while fostering client relationships and mentoring staff across...

Colorado, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Empower clinical development by collaborating with Medical Directors to ensure scientific integrity and data quality in clinical trials. Engage with experts, analyze data, and manage project deliverab...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$67K - $101K *

Join a dynamic team to provide scientific support and training for cell therapy solutions. Build relationships with customers, optimize workflows, and collaborate across teams to drive technology adop...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

Shape the future of drug manufacturing by leading MSAT initiatives, ensuring robust processes and compliance across global CDMOs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellenc...

New Providence, NJRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $263K *

Help us drive our Global Vulnerability Management forward by leading complex workstreams, enhancing threat exposure techniques, and collaborating across teams to ensure robust security solutions and r...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data to develop predictive models and insights. Collaborate with teams to analyze complex datasets, apply machine learning techniques, and drive strategic decisions that...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team as you shape product strategy and drive innovation in assessment solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and leverage emerging technologies f...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$166K - $275K *

Drive innovative research as a Lead Data Scientist, leveraging deep learning to enhance target detection in EO and HSI imagery. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to tackle complex challenges in...

Richland, WARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $110K *

Discover user needs and drive product decisions as a UX Researcher, collaborating with cross-functional teams to conduct research, usability studies, and synthesize insights that enhance user experien...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex commercial real estate due diligence projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide technical guidance and client leadership, ensuring high-quality d...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$63K - $111K *

Explore diverse geological and environmental tasks, conducting fieldwork and analyses to ensure project success. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful solutions for environmental challenges whil...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$200K - $225K *

Drive the design and delivery of innovative AI-driven applications. Oversee the full development lifecycle, ensuring scalability and reliability in multi-tenant enterprise solutions while collaboratin...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $190K *

Engage in transforming healthcare by designing and deploying AI solutions that enhance clinician efficiency and patient outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate advanced automati...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research by managing complex studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficien...

Boston, MARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining assessment experiences by designing and building scalable software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful products that enhance learning...

Hoboken, NJRemote

4 days ago

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

$120K - $130K *

Drive the design and implementation of complex software solutions, providing technical leadership and mentorship. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system architecture and ensure high...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of animal safety innovation by leading global R&D strategies, driving product development, and aligning market needs with business objectives to ensure sustainable growth and technica...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$280K - $300K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions in workforce management, leading product development from concept to deployment. Collaborate with engineers and executives to create impactful agentic products that enh...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions by developing enterprise-grade applications using Python, LangGraph, and LangChain. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance intelligent workflows and drive impactful...

Vancouver, BCRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by developing network device integration software, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support next-gen technologies and enhance security solutions for diverse products...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $185K *

Drive technical excellence by developing standards and processes for commissioning, ensuring consistent execution across projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workforce capabili...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$159K - $188K *

Transform audience and measurement products by independently owning the full lifecycle, from problem framing to delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data-driven advertising sol...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining audience measurement through data science. As a Senior Data Scientist, you'll independently manage audience products, translating complex data into actionable insights th...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Explore a pivotal role in leading complex global security investigations, addressing threats from various sources. Drive proactive threat-hunting efforts and collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Scientist do?question toggle

    A Senior Scientist leads or contributes to research and development by designing studies, conducting experiments, analyzing data, documenting results, and sharing findings. Many roles also include mentoring, project leadership, and collaboration with other teams.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Senior Scientist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the field and employer. Many positions seek an advanced degree or equivalent professional experience, relevant scientific expertise, and a record of research accomplishments. Some roles also require specific laboratory, computational, regulatory, or industry experience.

  • Which industries hire Senior Scientists?question toggle

    Senior Scientists work in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, medical devices, technology, chemicals, materials science, government, and academic or nonprofit research. Responsibilities and specializations differ across industries.

  • How much do Senior Scientist jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by specialty, experience, employer, and location. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so you can explore Senior Scientist opportunities at this salary level and above.

  • How can I find Senior Scientist jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse Senior Scientist listings on Ladders and filter or compare opportunities by location, industry, and role requirements. Review each posting to confirm that its responsibilities and qualifications align with your experience.