Land Your Next High-Paying Staff Scientist Job with Ladders

A Staff Scientist is a highly qualified member of research institution or industry R&D teams. They are responsible for devising, coordinating, and conducting experiments to increase the body of scientific knowledge or to develop new drugs, products or processes.

Positions Across Top-Tier Companies

The Ladders provides you with direct access to staff scientist vacancies that come with attractive salary packages. Connect with leading companies across various industries looking for skilled professionals like you.

Broad Range of Staff Scientist Jobs

From Biotech to Material Science, the vast field of science has a host of roles that demand the scientific acumen of a staff scientist. On Ladders, you can discover jobs across different domains and pick the one that fits your career aspirations and expertise.

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$90K - $120K *

Join a collaborative team focused on software development and geospatial data analysis. Utilize Python, GIS tools, and version control to drive innovative solutions and streamline processes in a dynam...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to design, validate, and optimize scientific applications within NOAA's operational frameworks, leveraging advanced programming skills to enhance meteorologica...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$250K - $305K *

Engage in the development of innovative AI systems, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to explore learning mechanisms and create adaptable algorithms for complex environments ensuring efficien...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Lead a team of variant scientists to analyze genetic data, provide clinical reports, and support project leadership while ensuring high-quality results in a dynamic laboratory environment that adjusts...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Advance materials informatics by leveraging data science and machine learning in collaboration with diverse teams, driving innovative research to tackle materials challenges and contribute to impactfu...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leveraging deep scientific expertise and technical skills to partner with customers, ensuring the delivery of complex SaaS solutions while driving integration and data architecture...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $130K *

Lead agronomic research for new crop commercialization, managing trials, collaborating with teams, and driving data analysis for sustainable agricultural practices while ensuring strong relationships...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $100K *

Shape clinical development through precise medical writing and analysis. Collaborate on key projects, ensuring high-quality documentation for regulatory submissions and scientific publications, while...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$241K - $331K *

Reimagine data representation in biological datasets to innovate AI models. Lead cross-functional teams in creating robust, scalable data architectures that enhance scientific insights and advance hum...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $125K *

Lead the charge in advancing data science projects by streamlining management systems and ensuring strategic alignment across cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality outcomes efficiently and ef...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K - $96K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing environmental health research through innovative data collection and analysis techniques. Take the lead in managing projects, equipment, and outreach efforts...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Support the operational transition and development of cloud-based forecasting systems, enhancing extreme weather prediction through collaboration, model development, and rigorous performance evaluatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Lead innovative research in differential privacy to shape strategies for privacy-preserving data handling, ensuring robust solutions while collaborating with NIST on advancing techniques for shared da...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead strategic initiatives in biosafety and biosecurity, delivering expert services across diverse projects. Collaborate with clients while ensuring compliance and fostering relationships in an innova...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $126K *

Elevate scientific discovery through innovative human-agent collaboration. As a postdoctoral researcher, you will lead AI projects that enhance interactions between human scientists and AI systems, dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's developing and integrating nuclear programs to ensure coherent operational frameworks and regulatory compliance, establishing a foundation for successful project execution and futur...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $181K *

Lead cutting-edge clinical data and AI initiatives with top hospitals to drive innovation in image-guided therapy. Partner with key stakeholders to translate clinical needs into impactful, scalable so...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's advancing AI in physics by defining quality research standards, optimizing model behavior, and ensuring rigorous scientific outputs that push the frontiers of knowledge and technolo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $105K *

Lead the charge in bioinformatics and computational biology, applying your expertise in data analysis and algorithm development within a collaborative environment. Drive innovative research and work c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $175K *

Provide scientific leadership for in vivo pharmacology studies in inflammation and autoimmunity, coordinating cross-functional efforts and external collaborations to support drug development and ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$101K - $156K *

Join a team that's transforming spatial biology through data analysis and technical support. Collaborate across departments to enhance customer experiences and solve complex scientific inquiries while...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $222K *

Optimize your career by leading enterprise applications strategy, managing a high-performing IT team, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders to enhance business value through innovative applica...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Innovate cutting-edge bioinformatics solutions by applying data science expertise to complex genomic data. Collaborate with R&D teams to enhance diagnostic tests and streamline production pipelines wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$235K - $331K *

Pioneer the development of advanced ML models for lending and underwriting. Spearhead financial forecasting, leading a quantitative team to enhance valuation insights and market dynamics for collectib...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $100K *

Shape the future of our clinical operations by managing escalations, providing expert training, and driving process improvements in Core Lab analysis while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Staff Scientist?question toggle

    A Staff Scientist is usually a member of research institution or industry R&D team, responsible for conducting experiments and researches to increase scientific knowledge or to develop new products.

  • What industries hire Staff Scientists?question toggle

    A wide variety of industries hire Staff Scientists, including but not limited to pharmaceuticals, bio-technology, material science, environment science, and more.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Staff Scientist?question toggle

    Necessary qualifications can vary by industry, but typically include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant science field. Many companies also prefer candidates with advanced degrees, or significant work experience.

  • Can Ladders help me find high-paying Staff Scientist jobs?question toggle

    Absolutely, Ladders specializes in high-paying jobs ($100K and above). You can find Staff Scientist positions across top-tier companies in various industries on our platform.