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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$95K - $157K *

Serve as a key sales representative, driving growth in protein science solutions through consultative selling and strategic account management within pharmaceutical and academic sectors...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $199K *

Engage with customers to drive sales and build relationships in your territory. Utilize strong business acumen and advanced digital tools to educate medical professionals on product value propositions...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $106K *

Grow your career with a role focused on driving customer engagement, managing accounts, and collaborating across teams to meet strategic goals while ensuring excellent service and sample acquisition...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in reinventing integrations, shaping and building seamless data flows between systems to enhance Gigawatt's connectivity and operational efficiency—building capabilities that enable ra...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $134K *

Advance your career by managing daily operations, including tracking tickets and overseeing contracts. Ensure timely requisition processing and maintain high documentation standards in a fast-paced, d...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Transform the financial landscape by leading our accounting and finance functions while building a high-performing team. Drive operational excellence, ensure financial integrity, and collaborate with...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that engages in impactful power system studies, balancing project acquisition and execution. Lead engineering projects, mentor junior staff, and contribute to industry standards while work...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Help us empower clinical-stage radiopharmaceutical development by managing GMP-compliant manufacturing and QC procedures, ensuring excellence in product quality and regulatory compliance during trials...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $180K *

Contribute to cutting-edge threat intelligence by transforming research outputs into actionable production artifacts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security detection systems and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of a comprehensive compliance program, ensuring regulatory readiness and effective oversight across multiple states in telehealth. Lead a team dedicated to establishing policies and fos...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $165K *

Grow complex international government programs through proactive leadership, ensuring delivery within scope, timeline, and budget across diverse regulatory environments while fostering strong stakehol...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation by leading the development of advanced analytics solutions, tackling complex business challenges, mentoring teams, and shaping strategic data-driven decision-making to significantly i...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer your career as a Senior Biostatistician, leading statistical analysis for an international cancer data consortium, contributing to observational research studies and collaborating with multidi...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$207K - $300K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable, high-performance storage solutions for AI workloads, optimizing data pipelines to enable ultra-low latency and massive throughput in complex distributed environ...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $134K *

Accelerate impactful research by leading diverse teams and managing comprehensive projects. Collaborate strategically with leadership to drive data-informed solutions for California’s criminal justice...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $113K *

Optimize distribution processes and enhance logistics operations through data-driven strategies and continuous improvements, driving efficiency and performance within a collaborative team environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $230K *

Transform critical mission software as a Senior Software Engineer. Collaborate with a talented team to develop, modernize, and maintain web-based tools while utilizing the latest technologies and driv...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $230K *

Solve complex software challenges while collaborating with a team of experts dedicated to impactful solutions. Contribute to mission-critical projects that advance technology and enhance efficiency fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $260K *

Drive innovative software solutions with a talented team to sustain critical systems for government contracts, leveraging expertise in the latest technologies and Agile principles. Collaborate with mi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $260K *

Develop cutting-edge software solutions while supporting critical government missions. Collaborate with talented engineers and enhance your skills in a dynamic work culture that prioritizes personal g...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $230K *

Join a forward-thinking team to modernize legacy systems through cutting-edge technologies and innovative microservices, delivering impactful solutions for a vital government mission while enhancing y...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $260K *

Inspire innovation by leveraging your expertise in software engineering while supporting critical government projects. Collaborate with a team of skilled engineers to develop advanced solutions in a d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in building AI agent discovery across cloud platforms and endpoints. Develop security assessments for AI agents that enhance the overall governance within our AI security framework, re...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$64K - $112K *

Transform air quality management by leading innovative assessments across diverse industries. Leverage your technical expertise to ensure compliance and deliver impactful projects while mentoring juni...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $250K *

Join a team that's committed to innovation in web development, driving architecture, and building scalable services. Leverage your technical expertise while mentoring others, and contribute to a colla...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.