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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$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize scalable AI systems for cybersecurity. Drive innovation by developing LLMs and agentic systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance det...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Innovate healthcare growth by educating clinicians, increasing adoption of QuantiFERON TB Gold Plus, and driving revenue through strategic partnerships across Eastern regional accounts with a focus on...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform MLR review processes by coordinating multi-functional workflows, enhancing efficiency and compliance, and securing timely approvals for promotional materials across teams, ensuring regulator...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $176K *

Innovate by leading the design and development of intelligent backend services in an AI-native environment. Shape scalable solutions with Java, orchestrate workflows, and mentor teams while driving se...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $230K *

Empower your engineering team by managing roadmap execution, optimizing agile processes, and fostering collaboration. Use your SaaS expertise to lead diverse teams in delivering high-quality data-driv...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Support high-performance computing environments by providing expert analysis and technical assistance for complex scientific applications, ensuring efficient data management and system optimization in...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$233K *

Champion transformative medical breakthroughs by leading strategic initiatives in healthcare collaboration, providing expert guidance, and influencing project success in Women's Health. Drive innovati...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$138K - $150K *

Pioneer advancements in fuel reliability and performance through innovative research, engaging with utilities and national labs to address challenges in nuclear fuel materials and inspection technolog...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$154K - $221K *

Drive global HEOR strategies to maximize product value and market access. Oversee research initiatives, lead cross-functional collaboration, and leverage payer insights to inform strategic decisions i...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional field service and support, enhancing equipment installations, maintaining customer relationships, and driving technical excellence in a challenging biotech en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $133K *

Transform your career by providing key support for high-resolution mass spectrometry systems. You'll install, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment, ensuring customer satisfaction through expert diagno...

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Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $133K *

Help us support, install, and maintain advanced mass spectrometry systems. You’ll ensure customers’ instruments operate efficiently while providing top-notch training and service, fostering strong cus...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $199K *

Contribute to the promotion and sales of a Vaccines Portfolio. Engage with customers both in-person and virtually, develop strategic business plans, and utilize digital tools for effective communicati...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $220K *

Lead the charge in designing robust data pipelines for real-world clinical systems, ensuring high reliability and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver quality outcomes and st...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $95K *

Elevate IT infrastructure by ensuring seamless operation of servers, networks, and systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance security and reliability while providing technical support for users and i...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $169K *

Champion product innovation by leading cross-functional teams to enhance market-leading portfolios. Manage end-to-end lifecycle processes to deliver solutions that address customer challenges while op...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $125K *

Redefine medical communications by leading a skilled team to create impactful scientific content that enhances education and improves patient outcomes while fostering collaborative relationships with...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $165K *

Lead the charge in developing audience-first media strategies for healthcare clients, guiding integrated planning and investment strategies to achieve impactful business outcomes while fostering team...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Empower healthcare innovation by leading strategic initiatives for new business opportunities, driving customer satisfaction, and fostering site relationships in global clinical operations, specifical...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$198K - $297K *

Partner with us to lead global regulatory affairs for innovative pharmaceutical products. Oversee strategy, team development, and agency negotiations while ensuring compliance and operational excellen...

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Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$162K - $223K *

Elevate pharmacovigilance excellence by leading safety data analyses and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while mentoring junior staff, ensuring regulatory compliance and...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $322K *

Join the AI Engineering team to create Reddit-native LLMs, enhancing model safety and performance through innovative evaluation and fine-tuning pipelines, while collaborating with expert engineers to...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI research by transforming consumer data streams into gold-standard training sets. Lead collaborations with top AI labs and establish Neon's authority in audio data evaluation, en...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$143K - $286K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced machine learning models that enhance product search relevance and customer engagement across various platforms. Collaborate within a robust team to transform com...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Engage in comprehensive program control and financial analysis to support diverse projects, driving efficiency while ensuring adherence to regulations and providing strategic insights to senior manage...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.