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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$135K - $160K *

Tackle complex optimization challenges by developing scalable decision systems in supply chain operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytical models, ensuring alignment with...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $124K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful scientific software demonstrations and training. Collaborate with diverse teams to address customer needs and enhance bioinformatics solutions, driving innovati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $205K *

Champion the design and execution of clinical trials, ensuring data integrity and safety while collaborating across teams to advance innovative antibody therapies and support regulatory compliance...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $153K *

Champion customer success by leveraging your technical expertise to drive revenue growth and foster strong relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that a...

Virginia, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$71K - $109K *

Engage with enterprise customers as a Senior Technical Support Specialist, providing expert guidance on complex compliance workflows and integrations. Drive resolution of critical issues while ensurin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $350K *

Build advanced inference systems to enhance RL research, optimizing throughput and enabling scalable model updates. Collaborate with researchers to balance efficiency and quality in cutting-edge AI ar...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape client success by leading complex consulting projects, integrating diverse workstreams into actionable insights, and driving high-quality deliverables while fostering team growth and managing st...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Elevate research execution and technical delivery in frontier AI risks, focusing on CBRNE and cybersecurity. Lead client engagements, translating complex threat landscapes into actionable frameworks f...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Innovate the future of energy forecasting by designing a unified model that integrates generation, grid, demand, weather, and price data, enhancing predictive accuracy through rigorous research and ex...

San Francisco, CARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$190K - $249K *

Drive innovation by leading AI architecture and strategy, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver impactful AI solutions. Shape the future of AI products through technical...

Richardson, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead groundbreaking research in AI safety and evaluation, bridging academic rigor with real-world challenges. Drive innovative methodologies and collaborate with top-tier institutions to enhance respo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $197K *

Join a dynamic team as a key contributor, guiding global regulatory strategies for innovative animal health products. Collaborate with cross-functional partners and lead negotiations with regulatory a...

Indianapolis, INRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $135K *

Advance educational research by analyzing data and synthesizing findings to enhance student access to advanced courses. Collaborate with stakeholders to design studies, build dashboards, and communica...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$238K - $280K *

Shape the future of AI/LLM security by leading innovative offensive strategies, defining technical vision, and driving cross-company initiatives to enhance NodeZero's capabilities in identifying and e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of consumer science in R&D by leading product performance validation and translating consumer insights into actionable recommendations, enhancing product development processes and red...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction by providing expert technical support for analytical instruments. Collaborate with teams to drive improvements and deliver impactfu...

Hillsboro, ORRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovative research in rangeland ecosystems by enhancing production models and integrating advanced data science techniques. Collaborate on projects that bridge ecology and technology, fostering...

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4 days ago

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

$140K - $228K *

Join a team that's pioneering advanced deep learning methods for target detection and classification in EO and HSI imagery, driving innovation in geospatial intelligence and national security through...

Richland, WARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $104K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing key client projects in a fully remote setting. Oversee project performance, negotiate with clients, and drive process improvements while collaborating with cro...

Virginia, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $170K *

Drive the creation of high-quality educational materials for the pharmaceutical industry, leveraging scientific expertise to support client objectives and foster business growth through strategic mark...

Colorado, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $225K *

Elevate the future of AI systems by architecting LLM-powered workflows that enhance customer interactions, ensuring security and performance while guiding teams through complex challenges and deliveri...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $171K *

Champion the delivery of complex clinical projects, ensuring quality, time, and cost objectives are met. Lead cross-functional teams, manage client expectations, and drive risk resolution while foster...

Cambridge, MARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $135K *

Drive project success by managing complex global clinical trials, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate across teams and time zones to foster relationships and...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $185K *

Elevate health outcomes by collaborating on innovative R&D initiatives, supporting program development, and integrating advanced biological systems with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic, remote...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $235K *

Drive innovation in software and algorithms for high-volume data processing. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to develop real-time decision support systems and enhance remote sensing capabil...

Albuquerque, NMRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.