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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$140K - $155K *

Drive innovative biomarker and immunology assays, collaborating across teams to enhance clinical pharmacology deliverables. Execute complex methodologies and analyze bioanalytical data to inform strat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K - $166K *

Analyze, visualize, and transform complex datasets into actionable insights and decision-support tools. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive FAA modernization efforts through innovative analytics an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $165K *

Transform your career by building and owning the infrastructure for a high-impact platform. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering reliability and security for pharma clients while driving innovati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Transform infrastructure and deployment reliability as a Senior DevOps Engineer, ensuring a secure, scalable platform for pharma clients. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovation and optimiz...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's building and optimizing cloud infrastructure to ensure high availability and security for a rapidly scaling platform in the pharma sector. Drive reliability, automation, and collabo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$159K - $207K *

Drive innovative downstream purification processes for commercial biologics, ensuring technical alignment across manufacturing sites while supporting lifecycle management and regulatory updates for la...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $131K *

Unlock potential by developing and optimizing glass melting processes for pilot and manufacturing scales, ensuring consistency and control while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to drive inn...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform data into actionable insights by applying statistical analysis and machine learning techniques to enhance human performance and readiness within the enterprise. Collaborate with teams to dev...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$195K - $275K *

Empower the future of AI by architecting scalable networking solutions. Collaborate across teams to tackle memory bottlenecks and drive innovation in distributed AI infrastructure, shaping the next ge...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$195K - $275K *

Shape the future of AI infrastructure by architecting scalable networking solutions. Collaborate across teams to tackle memory bottlenecks and drive innovation in AI systems, ensuring efficient data m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$195K - $275K *

Shape the future of AI infrastructure by architecting scalable networking solutions. Collaborate across teams to tackle memory bottlenecks and drive innovation in AI systems, influencing product roadm...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Transform ocular research by leading innovative studies in retinal disease therapies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and validate novel approaches, utilizing advanced techniques i...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving global product strategy and lifecycle management. Lead the Essentials portfolio to optimize performance, enhance profitability, and simplify offerings across diverse markets...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to integrating and testing advanced systems. Lead I&T activities from concept to certification, collaborating across disciplines to ensure robust, reliable solutions while...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $230K *

Lead innovative research in skin biology and inflammation, integrating experimental and computational strategies to drive therapeutic advancements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $230K *

Shape the future of advanced computing by leading research in quantum systems, algorithms, and technologies. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop and test innovative solutions that enhance missi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate waste management solutions, driving sustainable practices and environmental stewardship. Collaborate with clients and communities to create impactful projects that enha...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $200K *

Elevate enterprise AI adoption by collaborating with clients to rebuild functions, leveraging industry Blueprints and hands-on coding expertise to deliver impactful solutions in Financial Services and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Engage with clients to transform their operations by leveraging AI, building solutions from the ground up, and delivering impactful results in Financial Services and Healthcare. Collaborate closely wi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by synthesizing research into actionable insights, conducting assessments, and collaborating with teams to drive healthcare strategies. Engage in diverse projects while enjoying a sup...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $151K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on delivering high-quality scientific content for clinical publications in the Electrophysiology field, collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of analytical development by leading innovative methods for synthetic molecules. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance drug characterization and regulatory submissions, e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $157K *

Contribute to groundbreaking advancements in quantum information science by leveraging your expertise in continuous-variable photonics and theoretical algorithm discovery to develop experimental proto...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $190K *

Lead the charge in engineering foundations for enterprise AI, collaborating across teams to enhance delivery, reliability, and secure production use of AI technologies, driving innovation and improvin...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$282K - $444K *

Help us drive innovative oncology research by leading clinical development strategies, managing trials, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the safety and efficacy of our oncology...

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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.

  • 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.