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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Advance your career by leading the design of next-gen power supplies for fusion applications. Collaborate with experts to innovate high-power electronics, ensuring efficiency and stability in groundbr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex routine projects within a GMP laboratory, ensuring compliance and high-quality outputs. Collaborate with teams to drive continuous improvement, mentor staff, and al...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $109K *

Shape the future of technology procurement by providing strategic expertise to organizations. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to develop procurement strategies, evaluate vendor solutions, and en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $154K *

Elevate your career by solving complex electrical engineering challenges. Collaborate with a dynamic team on diverse projects in power systems, renewable energy, and consumer products, while shaping y...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead innovative analytical strategies for biologics characterization, driving cross-functional collaboration and scientific excellence to advance therapeutic development and regulatory submissions in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$252K - $374K *

Join us to enhance AI security by implementing robust controls across systems, driving cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring compliance throughout the AI lifecycle. Your expertise will help mit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead software development initiatives, guiding projects from concept to deployment. Utilize your expertise in programming and system architecture to innovate solutions and m...

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

$125K - $185K *

Elevate health outcomes by collaborating on innovative R&D initiatives, supporting program development, and integrating advanced biological systems with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic, remote...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $215K *

Transform the future of industrial robotics by conducting cutting-edge research in AI and machine learning, enhancing automation and operational safety across manufacturing and logistics sectors throu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and characterize cutting-edge metasurface chips, transforming designs into prototypes through hands-on nanofabrication and testing. Drive innovation in optical vector-ma...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $157K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of clinical automation, designing and developing scalable systems that integrate biology and technology to enhance clinical assays and improve patient care...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Explore the future of web integrity by leading innovative detection systems that distinguish valuable content from spam and manipulation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance search qual...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead environmental investigations and compliance projects, ensuring adherence to regulations while managing budgets and schedules. Collaborate on assessments, permit applications, and remed...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $198K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing cancer research through innovative experimental design and collaborative leadership, focusing on autoantibody pathobiology and therapeutic development...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$230K - $270K *

Unlock potential by defining and executing a comprehensive data strategy, building systems and pipelines, and leading AI initiatives to enhance R&D, manufacturing, and business operations in a fast-pa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing digital twins to enhance clinical trial design and support evidence-based decisions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate clinical questions into quantit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $243K *

Lead the charge in advancing next-gen intelligence capabilities through strategic technical leadership, innovation, and collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders in the national security spa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive the development of advanced data solutions, transforming complex data into actionable insights while overseeing machine learning workflows and analytical platforms in a multidisciplinary environ...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$93K - $153K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $235K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $235K *

Drive innovation in software and algorithms for high-volume data processing. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to develop real-time decision support systems and enhance remote sensing capabil...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $103K *

Empower drug discovery by designing and synthesizing novel compounds across diverse therapeutic areas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support preclinical programs, ensuring high-quality ou...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $184K *

Drive innovation in data science and AI/ML solutions for public-sector clients. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance technology platforms and deliver impactful results through data-driv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$157K - $213K *

Transform the future of drug product development by leading a scientific team in commercialization efforts, ensuring robust processes and regulatory compliance while driving innovation and continuous...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$157K - $213K *

Drive innovation in drug product development by leading a scientific team focused on commercialization and lifecycle management, ensuring robust processes and high-quality outputs in a collaborative...

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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.