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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$174K - $252K *

Explore innovative solutions as a Research Scientist, driving cutting-edge projects in AI and machine learning. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop algorithms and publish findings, imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $174K *

Contribute to groundbreaking drug discovery by advancing disease biology understanding, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and utilizing histology techniques to support target identification...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in advancing bioanalytical methods by executing experiments, guiding junior staff, and ensuring data integrity in compliance with GLP standards. Support drug discovery efforts through...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$127K - $150K *

Shape the future of neuroscience by leading innovative preclinical projects in cellular pharmacology and therapeutic development, while mentoring junior scientists and establishing robust laboratory w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $181K *

Join a team that's pioneering the design of novel ionizable lipids and LNP formulations for nucleic acid delivery. As a Senior Scientist II, you'll drive innovation, mentor junior scientists, and infl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$179K - $200K *

Innovate AI solutions to enhance data efficiency and drive cross-functional success. Lead complex design discussions, identify patterns, and resolve technical challenges to support scalable data strat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower scientific innovation by leading complex biologics programs, mentoring scientists, and applying advanced technologies to enhance assay development and project execution in a collaborative envi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $111K *

Drive innovation in microbial fermentation and recombinant protein expression. Lead projects to optimize processes for cytokines and growth factors, ensuring robust production and quality through hand...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$167K - $226K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI solutions by tackling complex problems, collaborating with stakeholders, and deploying innovative models that enhance business outcomes and customer experie...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading preclinical studies on skin delivery systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design experiments, analyze data, and drive innovations in drug delivery technol...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative preclinical studies by characterizing skin properties and optimizing delivery performance. Collaborate across teams to drive data-driven decisions and support IND-enabling studies...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock new scientific breakthroughs by leading cryo-EM research and mentoring lab members. Collaborate on innovative projects exploring the ubiquitin proteasome system to advance therapeutic strategie...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $175K *

Develop innovative computational methods to analyze epigenomic data, driving diagnostic advancements in biopharma R&D. Collaborate with a dynamic team to translate biological insights into impactful c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the Validation and Process Engineering teams to ensure compliance and efficiency in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Oversee equipment validation, project management, and cross-department collaborat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $220K *

Drive innovation in analytical workflows by delivering advanced omics demonstrations, developing reproducible methods, and providing scientific leadership to global teams, ensuring impactful customer...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $156K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical expert, providing support and training to customers while optimizing applications and troubleshooting complex issues in a collaborative environment. Contribute to sc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$68K - $114K *

Join our team to design and execute experiments for optimizing bioprocesses. Collaborate with scientists to ensure successful technology transfer and contribute to regulatory submissions while fosteri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $190K *

Shape the future of oncology research by leading innovative biomarker strategies. Collaborate across teams to drive translational studies and enhance understanding of target biology, supporting precis...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading analytical development for cell therapy programs, ensuring method validation, and authoring CMC content for regulatory submissions. Collaborate across teams to drive produc...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Lead the charge in developing an AI-Reasoning platform to transform drug discovery. Collaborate with scientists to harness multimodal data, enhancing decision-making and accelerating therapeutic advan...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$132K - $258K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in developing predictive models for molecular design. Collaborate with chemists and biologists to enhance drug development through advanced machine learning techni...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Shape innovative molecular assay technologies by leading research efforts, collaborating with R&D teams, and driving experimental design and data analysis in a dynamic biotechnology environment...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$162K - $208K *

Drive innovation in drug discovery by executing induced proximity research. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate targets and optimize candidates, while contributing to strategic decisio...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $281K *

Unlock potential by leading human-centered designs in nuclear energy and safety-critical industries. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance systems through innovative human factors resear...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative research in genetic medicine by designing and executing cutting-edge in vivo CAR-T therapies. Collaborate cross-functionally to advance novel delivery platforms while mentoring jun...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.

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    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.