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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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$95K - $110K *

Advance program control activities by managing complex financial planning, forecasting, and reporting in a federal contracting environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Program Control Analyst, driving financial strategy and program execution in a federal contracting environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decis...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Partner with us to lead complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with stakeholders. Utilize your expertise in project management to drive successful outcomes and foster strong client r...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $205K *

Explore impactful data science challenges, leveraging AI and statistical methods to drive product strategy and insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and optimiz...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's advancing metallurgical processing methods for diverse alloy systems. Focus on wire fabrication and drawing, optimizing processes, and correlating microstructure with material prope...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $256K *

Unlock potential by leading complex technical programs that enhance engineering processes and drive cross-functional collaboration across scientific domains, ensuring alignment and operational excelle...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $147K *

Drive innovative product development in healthy beverages and snacks, leveraging your food science expertise to enhance our dairy offerings. Collaborate across teams to transform concepts into market...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $155K *

Transform security operations by defining detection strategies, enhancing product security, and integrating cryptographic governance. Collaborate across teams to build automated solutions and lead tec...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance innovative hepatocyte engineering to develop engineered liver tissue, leading scientific experiments and collaborating across teams to tackle challenges in healthcare and sustainability. Drive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$101K - $194K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you lead hydrogeologic investigations, analyze data, and develop models for diverse environmental projects, particularly in mining. Collaborate with clients and...

2 weeks ago

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

$101K - $194K *

Lead the charge in hydrogeologic investigations, guiding teams to analyze data and develop models for diverse environmental projects, particularly in mining. Collaborate with clients to exceed expecta...

2 weeks ago

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

$101K - $194K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead hydrogeologic investigations, analyze data, and develop models for diverse environmental projects. Collaborate with clients and mentor staff while driving project succe...

2 weeks ago

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

$93K - $104K *

Lead the charge in managing R&D lab operations, bridging design and hardware execution. Oversee machining, precision assembly, and collaborate with engineering teams to enhance manufacturability and a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $220K *

Grow your career with a principal-level data scientist role, owning the end-to-end data function. Drive measurement strategies, experimentation, and analytics to enhance product impact and customer su...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K - $194K *

Champion hydrogeologic investigations, leading teams to analyze data and develop models for environmental projects, particularly in mining. Drive project success through effective communication and st...

2 weeks ago

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

$112K - $125K *

Join our team to advance therapeutic discovery by designing and executing in vitro and in vivo studies, optimizing CAR constructs, and evaluating gene delivery and immune responses for next-generation...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $105K *

Engage in transformative policy entrepreneurship, driving science and technology initiatives. Collaborate with government leaders to advance R&D reforms, manage projects, and translate complex ideas i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $194K *

Lead the charge in hydrogeologic investigations, guiding teams to deliver innovative solutions for diverse environmental projects, particularly in mining. Collaborate with clients and internal teams t...

2 weeks ago

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

$101K - $194K *

Shape the future of environmental projects by leading hydrogeologic investigations, analyzing data, and mentoring teams to exceed client expectations in diverse market sectors. Collaborate across disc...

2 weeks ago

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

$101K - $194K *

Transform environmental projects by leveraging your hydrogeologic expertise. Lead site characterization efforts, analyze data, and develop models to ensure successful project delivery while mentoring...

2 weeks ago

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

$101K - $194K *

Lead the charge in advancing hydrogeologic investigations for diverse environmental projects. Collaborate with teams to analyze data, develop models, and exceed client expectations while mentoring sta...

2 weeks ago

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

$101K - $194K *

Lead the charge in hydrogeologic investigations, guiding teams to analyze data, develop models, and deliver exceptional project outcomes for diverse environmental projects, particularly in mining. Col...

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Drive high-impact research on language models, shaping AI's future through innovative methodologies and collaboration with top-tier experts. Lead projects from conception to production, enhancing mode...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive data-driven decisions by transforming insights into actionable strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to tackle key business challenges, define metrics, and enhance data reliability for impa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join our Data Science team to transform data into actionable insights, drive cross-functional collaboration, and define key metrics that guide business decisions and product development, ensuring data...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.