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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$167K - $209K *

Advance cutting-edge machine learning algorithms for genetic and clinical data analysis. Collaborate with R&D teams, lead research initiatives, and contribute to product development while ensuring rig...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $175K *

Drive the development of innovative laser systems, guiding design from concept to production while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure performance, manufacturability, and quality in cu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $220K *

Join us in advancing photonic technologies for sensors and quantum systems. Collaborate with engineers and physicists to design, develop, and characterize innovative prototypes, driving cutting-edge s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $220K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced photonic platforms for sensors and quantum systems. Collaborate with engineers and physicists to design, model, and characterize innovative technologies, driving...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $200K *

Take ownership of cutting-edge protein design and testing, enhancing AI-driven biotech solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to refine models, automate workflows, and translate experimental data...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$200K - $300K *

Join us to lead toxicology projects, drive client relationships, and deliver impactful solutions in health sciences. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address complex health challenges and e...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Help us shape the future of CMP technology by leading hands-on research and development efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance processes, driving advancements in mate...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $184K *

Champion innovative chromatographic methods to isolate pharmaceutical compounds, collaborating with scientists to enhance drug development pipelines and deliver high-purity materials across various mo...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Engineer advanced protein design models and collaborate with experts to innovate in AI Drug Discovery, driving the development of candidate antibody therapeutics through deep learning and systems biol...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $184K *

Optimize manufacturing processes by leveraging scientific expertise in process development, technology transfer, and compliance with cGMPs. Engage in hands-on experimentation and collaborate within cr...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$164K - $205K *

Unlock potential by designing and enhancing cloud infrastructure for scientific computing, ensuring reliability and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solu...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in data science for defense production systems. Lead projects, collaborate with Navy sponsors, and synthesize complex analyses to inform strategic decisions while mentorin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$262K - $364K *

Pioneer innovative advancements in large-scale modeling and post-training experience. Collaborate within a dynamic team to drive research, validate hypotheses, and enhance the capabilities of cutting...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $219K *

Shape the future of oral drug development by leading formulation and process innovation for small molecules, ensuring clinical readiness and advancing technologies through collaboration with cross-fun...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Explore your career as a Senior Project Manager, overseeing IT infrastructure projects for USSPACECOM. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery, manage resources, and...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $189K *

Innovate in molecular biology by leading recombinant protein expression efforts, mentoring junior scientists, and enhancing workflows for diverse protein targets across multiple host systems, driving...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$159K - $215K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic initiatives and driving product innovation. Collaborate across teams to enhance commercial offerings and ensure operational excellence while mentoring a high-perf...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Drive bioconjugation process development, optimizing downstream processes for biotherapeutics. Collaborate with teams to enhance purification and characterization techniques while ensuring compliance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Develop innovative color solutions for thermoplastic compounds while leading a dynamic lab team. Oversee formulation, quality systems, and customer engagement to drive product development and continuo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $241K *

Lead the charge in biostatistical research, utilizing advanced analytics and computational tools to drive drug development projects. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance methodologies and ensure...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $241K *

Join us in advancing biostatistical research as a Senior Principal Scientist, leading innovative projects that enhance drug development and improve patient outcomes through expert data analysis and st...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $241K *

Lead the charge in biostatistical research, applying advanced analytics and statistical methodologies to drive drug development projects. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance insights and ensure...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $241K *

Unlock potential by leading biostatistical research initiatives, applying advanced analytics and statistical methodologies to drive drug development projects, ensuring compliance and enhancing insight...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative approaches in computational synthetic biology to enhance genetic engineering detection capabilities, ensuring safety against biothreats through advanced analysis...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

Drive innovative research on obscurant materials to protect military vehicles, conducting field and lab experiments, developing new technologies, and providing engineering support for vehicle-mounted...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.