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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$80K - $128K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing health services research while leading QA efforts, guiding projects, and influencing policy. Collaborate with experts to ensure quality and drive impactful re...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $190K *

Develop and execute strategic communications programs, driving client engagement and ROI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage multiple projects, and mentor junior staff to ensure high-qual...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $255K *

Advance the future of bioinformatics by developing innovative algorithms and scalable software solutions for genomic data analysis. Lead technical projects and mentor a diverse team while driving prod...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $100K *

Pioneer innovative Natural Resources projects while leading field surveys nation-wide. Manage teams, ensure compliance, and drive quality deliverables with a blend of fieldwork and dedicated project m...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Oversee and manage Natural Resources projects nationwide while leading field surveys and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders and supervise project teams t...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing Natural Resources projects nationwide while supervising field biologists and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Engage with clients, develop proposals, and o...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing Natural Resources projects nationwide, supervising field surveys and ensuring compliance with regulations. Balance fieldwork and office responsibilities while fostering sta...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Drive impactful Natural Resources projects nationwide, managing teams and ensuring compliance. Balance fieldwork and report development, contributing your expertise to environmental assessments, speci...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Engage in impactful Natural Resources projects, leading field surveys and managing teams nationwide. Balance hands-on fieldwork with strategic project oversight to ensure compliance, quality, and stak...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

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

$141K - $176K *

Elevate your career by leading the development of advanced analytic workflows. Drive impactful research using real-world healthcare data, enhancing efficiency and innovation to improve patient care an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $154K *

Join a dynamic team as a Field Application Scientist, utilizing bioprocessing expertise to enhance customer outcomes and drive technology integration in biopharmaceutical workflows, ensuring complianc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $191K *

Elevate quantum computing by developing impactful algorithms and applications. Collaborate with diverse teams and customers to solve complex real-world problems using cutting-edge trapped-ion technolo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Manage and lead a team of Medical Scientists, ensuring compliance and support for clinical studies while driving medical innovation and operational excellence in life-saving projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $137K *

Accelerate customer success as a Field Application Scientist, providing expert technical support and training in proteomics mass spectrometry. Engage in pre-and post-sales assistance, cultivating stro...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing cutting-edge AI models and NLP techniques to transform complex data into actionable insights, driving mission outcomes in an Agile environment with a collaborative team...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$194K - $262K *

Shape the future of drug development as you lead nonclinical safety strategies, influence cross-functional teams, and drive innovative assessment methodologies to support new therapeutics across diver...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $233K *

Drive the design and implementation of cutting-edge bioinformatics algorithms, optimizing genomic signal analysis software while collaborating with teams to enhance results for researchers and clinici...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by collaborating across teams to drive data integrity and safety in oncology clinical studies while developing comprehensive medical review plans and managing project deliverables...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $245K *

Lead the charge in evaluating safety data for compounds while driving regulatory compliance and effective collaboration. Enhance team performance by applying clinical expertise and critical thinking i...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the planning and oversight of scientific content across multiple therapeutic areas, managing client interactions and strategic development to drive growth and enhance brand initiatives in a fully...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to environmental compliance and project management, overseeing assessments and remediation efforts for diverse clients. Balance office and field work while mentoring junio...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Transform scientific vision into results by overseeing content development across therapeutic areas, managing client relationships and driving brand strategy for multiple accounts while fostering grow...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of scientific content across diverse therapeutic areas. Drive strategic client interactions and scientific contributions while managing resources and fostering gr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to driving biospecimen lifecycle management, from sample receipt to analysis, while ensuring data integrity and compliance in a dynamic remote environment. Shape clinical...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.