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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$91K - $152K *

Empower your career by conducting innovative research on advanced chemical materials and processes for energy storage solutions, focusing on high-performance materials and electrochemical systems to d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Drive high-impact projects in a GMP-compliant environment, leading validation and qualification activities for equipment and processes. Empower cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and operatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leveraging advanced data analytics and machine learning to drive impactful insights and solutions. Collaborate on big data platforms, develop algorithms, and enhance data visual...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $170K *

Lead full-lifecycle recruiting for a cutting-edge Science organization, focusing on PhD-level scientists and specialized technical talent. Collaborate with scientific leaders to develop sourcing strat...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$207K - $300K *

Accelerate your career as you lead groundbreaking AI research, mentor emerging talent, and drive innovative solutions across diverse projects, shaping the future of technology and contributing to the...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead impactful capital projects in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of facility upgrades, utility systems, and manufacturing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$141K - $262K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and implement biomarker strategies for oncology therapeutics, driving translational research and collaborating across disciplines to enhance clinical development and pat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $166K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing molecular assay development. Leverage your expertise to design, implement, and mentor in innovative laboratory practices, ensuring compliance and excellence i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $108K *

Transform regulatory genomics by analyzing multiomic data and enhancing synthetic tools for brain health. Collaborate with scientists to optimize models and validate sequences, driving innovation in g...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $161K *

Drive innovation in aerospace by leading component selection and qualification efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development and ensure compliance with industry stand...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $175K *

Advance your career as a Senior Scientist in Clinical Pharmacology, driving data analysis and modeling for clinical-stage programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to inform key development de...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $168K *

Grow your career with a dynamic R&D team, executing diverse biochemistry protocols, enhancing sequencing workflows, and collaborating across projects to drive innovation and precision in molecular bio...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $148K *

Lead the charge in optimizing program performance through advanced financial analysis, cost management, and strategic decision support, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder exp...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $148K *

Shape program success by leading financial analysis and reporting, optimizing cost and schedule management across multiple programs, and driving strategic decision-making through data insights and pro...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and management of critical cloud infrastructure. Drive innovation in network security and connectivity while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $196K *

Lead transformative healthcare analytics initiatives by applying advanced statistical methods to improve patient outcomes and health delivery, collaborating across teams to enhance product effectivene...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $196K *

Unlock innovative healthcare solutions as you analyze and design impactful studies to enhance patient care and drive public health initiatives using advanced statistical methods...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $196K *

Join a team that's innovating healthcare analytics, applying advanced statistical methods to personalize patient care and enhance health outcomes. Collaborate in groundbreaking projects that transform...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $196K *

Help us shape the future of healthcare analytics by leveraging advanced statistical techniques to analyze complex health data, drive innovative solutions, and ultimately improve patient outcomes and p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $179K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Scientist, driving biologics characterization through advanced mass spectrometry methods. Collaborate on assay development and deliver high-quality data to support deci...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $184K *

Champion quality management in submission data standards for global regulatory applications, ensuring compliance and excellence in drug and vaccine clinical development projects through collaboration...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Elevate biopharmaceutical development by executing and optimizing analytical assays. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support method validation and product characterization, ensuring quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $212K *

Lead the development of complex automated systems, defining software architecture and integration across robotics, motion control, and data systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Innovate the future of energy forecasting by designing a unified model that integrates generation, grid, demand, weather, and price data, enhancing predictive accuracy through rigorous research and ex...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Innovate in AI research by developing a unified Energy Foundation Model that integrates generation, grid, demand, weather, and price data, enhancing forecasting and trading strategies through rigorous...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.