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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$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...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $196K *

Unlock potential by enhancing unsecured lending models through innovative machine learning research and implementation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate research into scalable, rel...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative flow cytometry technologies as a scientific leader, guiding product development and translating insights into robust solutions while mentoring colleagues and advancing research with...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $190K *

Shape the future of AI alignment research by owning and accelerating innovative projects. Collaborate with engineers and scientists, publish findings, and engage with the AI community while developing...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engineer advanced protein design models and collaborate with experts to innovate in AI Drug Discovery, driving the development of candidate antibody therapeutics through deep learning and systems biol...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Transform innovative protein design through advanced AI techniques, enhancing antibody drug discovery. Collaborate across disciplines to maximize efficiency and impact, while leading research that set...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Tackle complex scientific projects by overseeing biopharmaceutical assay development and validation. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery of quality data, manage vendor relationships, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Drive the development of advanced NGS algorithms and pipelines, ensuring analytical accuracy and scalability while collaborating across teams to translate biological needs into computational solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing bioinformatics support by training customers, facilitating data analysis, and providing technical assistance, all while collaborating with cross-functional te...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead advancements in ionosphere and thermosphere modeling for space weather forecasts. Collaborate with scientists and forecasters to enhance predictive capabilities and improve operational applicatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $108K *

Advance your career by conducting cutting-edge cryo-EM structural studies, mentoring emerging talent, and managing state-of-the-art imaging instrumentation to drive innovative protein design and resea...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the modernization of web applications by designing user-friendly interfaces, developing innovative features, and managing projects using contemporary technologies to enhance the delivery of criti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by collaborating on NGS data analysis and pipeline validation, ensuring high standards in assay development while documenting essential methodologies within a dynamic R&D environme...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing materials innovation by applying computational science and machine learning. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to transform research breakthroughs into scala...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$500K+*

Shape the future of our ad ecosystem by developing machine learning models and optimization algorithms that enhance ad performance while balancing revenue and user experience. Collaborate closely with...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$70K - $95K *

Lead scientific evaluations and consultations on environmental regulations, focusing on aquatic species and habitats. Collaborate with federal and state agencies to draft critical documents and ensure...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$127K - $165K *

Unlock your potential as you lead bioinformatics solutions, analyzing complex datasets to support drug discovery and development initiatives, while collaborating across scientific disciplines to drive...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive the development of clinical radiopharmaceuticals, managing manufacturing and QC for compliance with GMP regulations, while collaborating with stakeholders to advance oncology solutions and ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Champion innovative research modeling immune-microbe interactions through computational and machine learning techniques in a collaborative environment, connecting diverse scientific disciplines to adv...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $190K *

Help us connect groundbreaking biomedical research with diverse audiences. In this role, you will lead scientific storytelling, develop impactful content strategies, and mentor a talented writing team...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Transform customer experiences through expert guidance and support in application development, training, and troubleshooting. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful technology adoption an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$466K - $500K+*

Drive cutting-edge research in probabilistic identity modeling for our new ad-tier. Engage in refining machine learning solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance user experi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$225K - $250K *

Transform your career by leading a high-performing Epidemiology team to deliver scientifically rigorous projects. Manage cross-functional collaborations and strategic initiatives to enhance client out...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Engineer marine soundscapes by managing and analyzing passive acoustic data to support research on fish, marine mammals, and vessel activity across the southeastern U.S. Collaborate with partners and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $103K *

Join a dynamic team in advancing cancer immunotherapy research. You'll implement clinical trials, execute advanced laboratory assays, and collaborate with leading experts in a fast-paced, impactful en...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks 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.