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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$95K - $115K *

Transform the learning landscape by leading the design and development of innovative educational materials. You'll engage diverse teams to create immersive, high-quality training experiences using cut...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $254K *

Oversee and manage large-scale, multi-national projects, ensuring successful delivery through direct team leadership and cross-functional collaboration, while maintaining high quality and financial pe...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in pioneering marketing analytics by managing client engagements, guiding a skilled team, and driving growth through strategic insights and innovative methodologies in data science...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomous driving by designing and implementing advanced behavior planning systems. Collaborate with experts to tackle complex challenges in dynamic environme...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$204K - $216K *

Unlock potential by designing robust data models that empower AI systems. You will ensure data coherence and quality, bridging knowledge representation and machine learning across diverse communities...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $95K *

Drive the end-to-end delivery of complex curriculum projects, collaborating across teams to ensure high-quality outcomes that meet business and learner needs while managing risks and stakeholder expec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading research on electric and magnetic fields (EMF) and RF exposure. Collaborate with utilities and stakeholders to develop solutions and technical guidance for emerging en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $356K *

Transform data processing architectures by optimizing performance and efficiency. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance user experiences and drive innovation in hardware-software co-design for cut...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $224K *

Drive impactful product modeling and marketing measurement as a Staff Data Scientist. Own the lifecycle of ML models, collaborate with PMs, and communicate insights effectively to enhance user experie...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$168K - $214K *

Join a dynamic team to build innovative on-vehicle communication frameworks and enhance autonomous vehicle safety through advanced software solutions and monitoring systems...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$155K - $165K *

Develop a cutting-edge data ecosystem as a Senior Data Engineer, enhancing analytics, reporting, and machine learning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create efficient pipelines and accessi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$135K - $160K *

Optimize the ML platform by enhancing feature stores and deployment tools, enabling data scientists to train and deploy models independently. Drive efficiency and scalability while ensuring robust mon...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $173K *

Drive integration strategies to enhance silicon photonic fabrication, collaborating with foundries to evolve processes from development to production while ensuring robust performance and reproducibil...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Oversee the successful delivery of complex global projects, ensuring quality, time, and cost objectives are met. Lead cross-functional teams, manage customer expectations, and drive process improvemen...

North Carolina, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $185K *

Empower clients by leveraging deep ONESOURCE Direct Tax expertise to design innovative solutions using AI and automation tools. Engage directly with customers, manage projects, and drive efficiency wh...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$79K - $157K *

Drive impactful clinical data management across global projects, ensuring high-quality data delivery from start to finish. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead process improvements while m...

Durham, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Deliver expert advisory services to life sciences firms, optimizing government pricing strategies and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with clients to support project execution and drive impactful out...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform clinical data programming by developing scalable Python solutions, modernizing SAS workflows, and building reusable frameworks to enhance clinical trial data delivery and influence technolog...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical resource, enhancing enterprise applications and infrastructure services. Drive operational excellence, support cross-functional initiatives, and ensure reliable, sec...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$240K - $300K *

Transform the landscape of AI in Intellectual Property by leading a global team to innovate and implement cutting-edge data science solutions that drive business value and operational excellence...

Alexandria, VARemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $206K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building and evaluating AI solutions, leveraging your expertise in data science and machine learning to drive impactful projects and enhance system reliability within e...

Framingham, MARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Champion the successful delivery of clinical trials by leading cross-functional teams, managing resources, and ensuring projects meet quality, timelines, and budget expectations while fostering strong...

Quebec, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$272K - $488K *

Empower a dynamic engineering community by leading cluster support, training, and request management for AI/HPC environments. Drive collaboration across teams to enhance user experience and optimize r...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $150K *

Drive the design and delivery of advanced AI solutions, mentoring engineers and ensuring client satisfaction. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable architectures, leadi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving strategic technical initiatives from the CTO's office. You'll manage high-visibility projects, ensuring seamless coordination across teams while supporting executive-level c...

California, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.