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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$145K - $160K *

Drive innovation by building scalable data integration solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance healthcare technology. Ensure data quality and security while optimizing performa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Innovate cutting-edge AI and Computer Vision solutions in a dynamic team. Collaborate with experts to optimize algorithms and deliver impactful geospatial insights. All experience levels welcome to ap...

Redmond, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on advancing Geospatial AI. Collaborate with experts to develop cutting-edge solutions in AI and Computer Vision, transforming vast data into acti...

Reston, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $138K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality assurance for Field Engineering projects, acting as the key liaison among internal teams and customers. Oversee inspections, audits, and corrective actions to meet...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$135K - $160K *

Engineer robust AI-powered backend systems, integrating LLMs and ML models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and reliability, ensuring production-grade solutions that en...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

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

$173K - $255K *

Champion data-driven insights to shape brand narratives and audience understanding. Lead research and analytics to connect diverse data sources, measure narrative performance, and inform strategic com...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$153K - $213K *

Lead the charge in transforming data into actionable insights that shape brand narratives. Drive audience understanding and narrative performance measurement to enhance strategic decision-making acros...

CanadaRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $153K *

Unlock your potential by leading the technical delivery of workforce applications. Collaborate with teams to enhance productivity through automation, AI, and integrations, ensuring secure and efficien...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Empower teams by designing and building scalable, secure systems that enhance performance and reliability. Collaborate across disciplines to innovate with AI while maintaining a security-first approac...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$113K - $169K *

Shape the future of healthcare workforce management by leading engagements that enhance labor productivity and financial performance. Collaborate with executives to implement effective staffing soluti...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $190K *

Join a dynamic team as a Criticality Analysis & Nuclear Safety Engineer, responsible for ensuring nuclear safety in advanced fuel fabrication. Collaborate across disciplines to develop safety analyses...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$268K - $402K *

Lead strategic initiatives in global medical affairs for breast cancer, ensuring regional insights shape clinical development and evidence generation. Collaborate across teams to advocate for patient...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $124K *

Transform product development by leading multidisciplinary teams in designing innovative medical and commercial solutions. Engage in all phases from concept to validation, ensuring quality and complia...

Norwell, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $184K *

Unlock the potential of AI by architecting transformative solutions and guiding complex enterprise projects. Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders while enhancing HR and Finance workflows through inno...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize AI solutions by designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge models while collaborating across teams to enhance capabilities and drive innovation in a fast-paced environment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead transformative Workday implementations, managing client relationships and project lifecycles. Drive innovation and strategic growth while ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction and effective...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $140K *

Manage integrated performance and schedule management for engineering programs, leading a team to develop and analyze contract costs and schedules for projects valued at $50-300M, ensuring optimal pro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $110K *

Discover a dynamic role where you'll enhance customer search experiences and backend systems. Collaborate across teams to deliver intuitive, AI-powered solutions while ensuring performance and reliabi...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful data analysis and risk management for global clinical trials, interpreting complex data to identify trends and risks. Lead cross-functional teams in enhancing study quality and patient...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $140K *

Champion the design and execution of eCOA studies, ensuring compliance and data integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality clinical outcomes while managing multiple pro...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $200K *

Transform backend services and REST APIs in a collaborative environment. Leverage your software engineering skills to support cyber training initiatives, utilizing modern technologies and cloud infras...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $310K *

Advance your career by leading R&D initiatives that transform innovative ideas into market-ready solutions. Drive technology differentiation and manage a large team to ensure high-quality project exec...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $180K *

Elevate customer success by managing strategic federal programs, ensuring seamless implementation and adoption of innovative solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project execution and enh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $145K *

Drive product strategy and modernization for merchant onboarding solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance risk management capabilities and ensure market-leading standards in a d...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $115K *

Lead comprehensive research on medical technologies and services, collaborating with cross-functional teams to influence coverage and utilization management policies through analytical insights and st...

Somerville, MARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.