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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$120K - $145K *

Unlock innovative research by co-designing studies that bridge human and system responses. Collaborate with experts to analyze data, refine methodologies, and contribute to impactful publications in c...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in analytical development for cell therapy products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize methods and ensure product characterization. Drive innovation in a fast-paced...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead innovative cell culture media development, driving projects from concept to commercialization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and solve complex technical challenges...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead a team of scientists to innovate crop genetic engineering, enhancing major field crops through advanced technologies and methodologies. Drive research initiatives, improve operational efficiency...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to innovative ADC process development by designing experiments, analyzing results, and collaborating cross-functionally. Leverage your expertise to drive technology transfer and regulatory...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving excellence in antibody and resin production. Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, and Manufacturing to optimize processes and ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $120K *

Lead application support initiatives, collaborating across teams to enhance product offerings and customer satisfaction through effective troubleshooting and marketing content development...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $184K *

Champion innovative chemical processes as a Senior Scientist, leading multidisciplinary teams to develop green, cost-effective methods for producing APIs. Engage in hands-on experimentation, data anal...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$64K - $133K *

Engage in complex large-molecule bioanalytical method development, leading scientific studies and collaborating with clients to deliver innovative solutions that support drug development programs...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$184K - $215K *

Advance research in statistical genetics to uncover therapeutic targets for cardiac and skeletal muscle diseases. Collaborate with diverse cohorts and apply AI/ML methods to translate genetic insights...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$67K - $151K *

Accelerate your career in a dynamic environment, providing scientific expertise to ensure compliance and reliability in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes across external partners and uphold globa...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $261K *

Engineer cutting-edge machine learning algorithms to enhance autonomous driving. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor peers, and influence strategic ML initiatives while contributing to top-tier res...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's advancing cell therapy by leading process development and optimization. You'll design workflows, execute processing runs, and ensure compliance, collaborating with cross-functional...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead the development of innovative particulate-based drug delivery systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize formulations, mentor junior scientists, and drive impactful r...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful intelligence analysis by leveraging advanced imagery science techniques. Collaborate with teams to enhance situational awareness and support critical military operations through expert...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $167K *

Elevate scientific innovation by developing advanced in vitro models and methodologies for nonclinical safety assessment. Collaborate across disciplines to drive impactful research and communicate ins...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $176K *

Join a team that's advancing superconducting magnet systems through innovative materials characterization and machine learning techniques. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to enhance perform...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $250K *

Lead a computational team to connect protein conformational ensembles with function, driving high-impact research on allosteric coupling and binding specificity while managing and mentoring scientists...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $184K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical development by integrating advanced digital technologies into laboratory environments, enhancing research efficiency and decision-making through innovative data-rich...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $100K *

Drive your career forward by ensuring quality control in a dynamic lab environment. Engage in testing, method validation, and compliance initiatives while collaborating with a dedicated team to uphold...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming molecular biology through innovative product development. Lead R&D projects, mentor junior scientists, and establish scalable workflows for gene synthesis and DNA libra...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $182K *

Join a team that's pioneering high-throughput technologies for antibody generation and functional screening, collaborating closely with project teams to enhance the antibody discovery pipeline in a dy...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$268K - $384K *

Help us drive innovative research at the intersection of machine learning and life sciences, developing foundational models to solve complex biological problems and advance discoveries in the field...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $165K *

Drive innovation in enzyme discovery by leading high-throughput biochemical assays. Leverage your expertise in protein biochemistry and enzymology to advance next-gen sequencing technologies and enhan...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by driving spatial biology experiments and AI model development. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary lab, ensuring quality standards and mentoring team members while executing high...

3 weeks ago

  •   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.