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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$90K - $115K *

Optimize global security operations by providing real-time situational awareness and proactive risk management. Collaborate across teams to ensure safety and security for personnel and assets in a dyn...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $200K *

Advance your career by embedding within client teams to deliver impactful AI solutions. Collaborate closely with stakeholders, tackle real-world challenges, and drive innovation in production environm...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate and deploy GenAI/LLM systems directly within client operations, ensuring impactful solutions in real-world environments. Collaborate closely with clients to understand...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower government contract management by overseeing the full lifecycle, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks while supporting internal stakeholders and government customers effectively...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $106K *

Contribute to cutting-edge image processing and analysis of large-scale Electron Microscopy datasets, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance understanding of brain function and cell ty...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead quality assurance initiatives in Veterinary Medicine Research & Development, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while collaborating on product development and technical transfers to en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$147K - $210K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leveraging advanced analytics and statistical models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex business challenges and drive impactful decisi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$158K - $197K *

Transform real-world health data into actionable insights by leveraging advanced bioinformatics and AI techniques. Lead innovative analyses in oncology and genomics, facilitating cross-functional coll...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining decision-making through advanced analytics. Leverage your expertise in data science to build impactful models for enterprise clients, driving personalized customer intera...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Transform financial analysis by supporting management teams across regions, focusing on commissions and revenue reporting. Oversee processes, build insightful Power BI reports, and enhance data-driven...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Champion the development of integrated discovery platforms as a Principal Laboratory Automation Scientist, driving scientific automation architecture and enabling autonomous laboratory workflows that...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading advanced analytics and AI initiatives, shaping data-driven solutions for complex business challenges. Mentor teams, set modeling standards, and drive impactful decision...

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

$86K - $138K *

Help us advance underwater acoustics research by developing algorithms and software tools for Navy applications. Collaborate with experts in physics and mathematics to enhance sonar capabilities and d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $175K *

Champion product strategy and lifecycle management, translating customer needs into market-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product success in the rapidly evolving li...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $220K *

Transform the future of autonomous systems by leading innovative projects from concept through to operational prototypes. Collaborate with a cross-functional team to design, build, and test cutting-ed...

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

$128K - $160K *

Lead the proteome editor flywheel team to innovate synthetic biology solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize design-test cycles, enhance model performance, and mentor a high-per...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $114K *

Join a dynamic team to advance photonics connector technologies through solid mechanics and thermal modeling. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to enhance product reliability and manufacturin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Innovate secure communications solutions by leading cross-disciplinary projects, integrating advanced technologies, and collaborating with experts to tackle complex challenges in real-time RF environm...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $166K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative process development for small-molecule drug substances. Design experiments, solve complex chemistry challenges, and ensure robust processes for scale-up and tech...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $149K *

Drive innovation in mRNA formulation by designing and developing cutting-edge delivery systems. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance product understanding and accelerate development, making a mea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $220K *

Join a team that's developing high-performance embedded software solutions for critical missions across air, space, and undersea environments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams throughout the f...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $138K *

Transform your career by leading interdisciplinary teams in environmental permitting, providing strategic guidance on regulatory compliance, and mentoring junior staff to drive innovative solutions fo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$211K - $264K *

Advance your career by leading safety surveillance initiatives, driving scientific innovation, and ensuring compliance with global regulations in pharmacovigilance. Collaborate with cross-functional t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $128K *

Engineer innovative solutions in pharmaceutical manufacturing, driving asset performance and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reliability and efficiency while leading con...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$266K - $396K *

Transform the future of AI infrastructure by architecting scalable, high-performance systems. Lead innovative solutions for mission-critical applications, driving consensus and strategy across teams w...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.