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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$117K - $161K *

Elevate your career by leading silicon photonic fabrication processes, collaborating with foundries, and driving integration strategies to enhance product performance and scalability in a dynamic, cro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Innovate the Enterprise Security program by managing cross-functional initiatives, ensuring timely execution, and aligning security efforts with organizational goals while collaborating with diverse t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $164K *

Transform healthcare technology by developing scalable, cloud-based software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality applications that enhance patient care and strea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate clinical research by monitoring trials, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations. Collaborate with investigators to achieve study goals in dermatology and rheumatology, while working...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$111K - $222K *

Shape the future of AI by leveraging advanced data science and machine learning to enhance enterprise knowledge and drive impactful AI solutions. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable, producti...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to provide technical support for Nanopore sequencing, guiding customers through experimental design, troubleshooting, and data analysis. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $180K *

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San Diego, CARemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $220K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Innovate in AI research by driving cutting-edge projects in cybersecurity. Leverage your expertise in LLMs and model evaluation to translate complex challenges into actionable insights, collaborating...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$234K - $436K *

Take ownership of developing and enhancing our Kubernetes data management platform, ensuring robust security and performance while collaborating with global teams and mentoring engineers to drive inno...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$131K - $205K *

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$200K - $400K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $151K *

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$166K - $244K *

Empower the future of cardiovascular medicine by shaping pre-launch marketing strategies. Collaborate across teams to address unmet patient needs and drive innovative solutions in gene editing, ensuri...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $181K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$106K - $159K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $225K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$250K - $325K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $173K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $154K *

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Salt Lake City, UTRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$109K - $154K *

Transform the future of water treatment by leading innovative Ultra Pure Water solutions. Leverage your engineering expertise and customer relations skills to drive project success and deliver tailore...

Houston, TXRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$109K - $154K *

Empower your career by leading innovative Ultra Pure Water treatment solutions. As a key technical contact, you'll manage bids and collaborate with global teams to deliver tailored engineering solutio...

Boise, IDRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.