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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$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

$109K - $154K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative Ultra Pure Water treatment solutions. Leverage your engineering expertise and customer relationship skills to manage the bid lifecycle and deliver tailored solu...

Phoenix, AZRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$109K - $154K *

Lead the design and implementation of innovative Ultra Pure Water solutions, managing client relationships and project lifecycles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored engineeri...

Feasterville Trevose, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$109K - $154K *

Shape the future of water treatment by leading innovative solutions in ultrapure water systems. Collaborate with global teams to manage proposals and engage clients, ensuring technical excellence and...

Feasterville Trevose, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Oversee the planning and execution of LIMS and client service projects, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence. Lead improvements, manage data transfers, and support integrations to enhance o...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in building robust training infrastructure for AI systems, enabling seamless evaluation and deployment of models. Collaborate with research teams to enhance long-horizon agent workflow...

San Francisco, CARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the claims process by owning backend services in Python and TypeScript. Design event-driven systems that enhance reliability and efficiency, ensuring seamless integration of AI agents while...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $170K *

Drive business growth by engaging clients and leading environmental consulting projects. Leverage expertise in analytical chemistry and project management to deliver high-quality solutions while maint...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $250K *

Empower our Design Systems team by building and maintaining essential UI components. Your expertise in frontend development and AI will enhance product efficiency and accessibility, driving innovation...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K *

Lead site activation efforts by coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and quality delivery of clinical projects. Drive strategic initiatives and mitigate risks while enhancing comm...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$146K - $183K *

Empower growth by leading full-cycle executive searches for Director and VP roles, focusing on Engineering, Product, Design, and Data. Collaborate with senior leaders to attract top talent and enhance...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $152K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing evidence-based digital prevention interventions, overseeing diverse campaigns while ensuring strategic alignment and effective outcomes through strong pro...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced analytics and AI solutions, collaborating with clients to develop predictive models and generative AI systems that drive strategic business insights and enhance de...

Toronto, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex renewable energy projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive project success from development through...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $180K *

Oversee and optimize US regional clinical trials, ensuring execution and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage vendor relationships while driving process improvements in a fas...

Houston, TXRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovation by leading the development of production Generative AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and optimize workflows, ensuring operational excellence a...

Florida, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $135K *

Lead the charge in developing high-quality software solutions, mentoring engineers, and driving process improvements. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance systems and deliver impactful results in...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in designing enterprise-scale AI solutions that drive transformative strategies. Collaborate with clients and executives to establish robust AI architectures, governance, and responsib...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $208K *

Accelerate progress at a global scale by driving partner alignment and co-innovation in the Autonomous Workforce practice. Leverage ServiceNow technologies to enhance market strategies and deliver imp...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing supplier performance and innovation. Drive a team to enhance supplier capabilities, ensuring high-quality product delivery while fostering strategic relationships and con...

South Bend, INRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $122K *

Advance your career by leading supplier development initiatives that enhance performance and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products while driving continuo...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading impactful medical writing projects, mentoring junior writers, and collaborating with diverse teams to produce high-quality scientific communications that meet industry stan...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $210K *

Champion global regulatory strategies by providing expert support from development to approval. Lead cross-functional teams and ensure compliance with US and international regulations while fostering...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $234K *

Drive the architecture and development of audio signal processing technology, leading complex engineering efforts and ensuring high-quality, reusable DSP components across multiple product lines...

Framingham, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $90K *

Shape the future of integrated marketing strategies by owning the creative process from ideation to execution. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful campaigns that drive performance and renewals...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.