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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$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of oncology by leading clinical development strategies and executing trials that support innovative therapies for cancer. Collaborate across functions to ensure alignment with company...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing budgets, schedules, and vendor integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project quality and compliance while maintaining strong client relations...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $140K *

Lead the comprehensive management of document control and training processes, ensuring compliance, effective training, and continuous improvement across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environm...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Analyze data usage and simulate outcomes; build and optimize models for sports analytics. Collaborate with teams to enhance algorithms, drive experiments, and automate processes while presenting findi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $131K *

Unlock your analytical prowess by providing investigative support and intelligence assessments for critical incidents and threats. Collaborate with a dynamic team, leveraging advanced analytic tools t...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

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

$157K - $212K *

Optimize healthcare quality metrics by bridging clinical insights with data science. In this dynamic role, you'll drive algorithm development and influence performance outcomes, impacting national hos...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Empower innovation by embedding in customer teams to redesign operations through hands-on experience and code. Lead engagements from inception, building effective GenAI systems while meeting real busi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Innovate the user experience for an advanced AI platform, enhancing the transparency and trust engineers have in their tools. Shape interactions guiding users to real-time insights and intuitive desig...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$260K - $300K *

Help us steer the strategic direction of our Specialty Testing business, enhancing operational support for product development and clinical research. Collaborate with leaders to optimize patient outco...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Champion clinical trial quality by providing strategic leadership, oversight, and mentorship across multiple studies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, data integrity, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Empower clinical trial excellence by leading oversight and mentorship of regional studies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance study execution while ensuring quality, compliance, and da...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive clinical research success by managing site monitoring activities, overseeing project timelines, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Collaborate with teams to enhance data integrity an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$187K - $208K *

Elevate your career by leading patient access initiatives, leveraging your oncology expertise to advocate for patients, streamline case management, and collaborate with healthcare providers and insure...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $179K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming data through innovative ETL solutions and cutting-edge DevOps practices. Engage in containerization, collaborate seamlessly, and optimize system performanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Join us to enhance healthcare analytics through data science, leading efforts to develop advanced models and insights that support client decision-making and improve health outcomes in a collaborative...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $208K *

Engage with the global AI and automation markets, identifying trends and insights in integration and API management, while collaborating with analysts to provide expert research and analysis for techn...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $121K *

Empower stakeholders through effective management of consultant compliance, invoicing, and event logistics. Ensure meticulous record-keeping, uphold process adherence, and enhance operational efficien...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $161K *

Transform defensive security by designing and executing offensive strategies. Explore, validate, and enhance security measures through expert engagement in red and purple team operations, utilizing ad...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $161K *

Lead the charge in building and operating advanced AI-driven offensive security tools. Engage in real-world penetration tests and red-team operations, leveraging agentic AI to enhance defenses for vit...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $138K *

Transform customer data solutions by unifying sources and optimizing data processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality, governance, and access for marketing and analytics...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining clinical research by building strategic partnerships with key decision-makers in pharmaceutical and biotech organizations, driving growth across innovative trial solution...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Manager, overseeing diverse projects, ensuring timely delivery, and driving collaboration across teams in a dynamic, innovative environment dedicated to excellence i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $200K *

Champion the growth of product lines and integrations while leading teams to deliver best-in-class eSource-to-EDC connectivity. Drive strategic vision and engage with executive stakeholders for impact...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of enterprise infrastructure development and maintenance, enhancing scalability and performance. Collaborate on server and storage systems, and ensure modern security integration while...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $132K *

Lead the charge in ensuring safety and health compliance for Antarctic operations, managing risk strategies and supporting diverse teams in extreme environments to enhance operational safety and stand...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.