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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$160K - $176K *

Manage financial planning and analysis processes to support commercial readiness, partnering closely with leaders to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and reporting standards within a public biotech com...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $240K *

Join as a strategic leader in nonclinical safety for innovative therapies targeting CNS disorders. Your expertise will guide toxicology strategies from discovery through regulatory submissions, ensuri...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Evaluate third-party infrastructure readiness for deployment, focusing on technical and operational standards. Collaborate across functions to assess, validate, and ensure compliance for NeoCloud and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Innovate flight control solutions for advanced aircraft automation, transforming aviation through cutting-edge design, rigorous testing, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring reliable and certi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $190K *

Lead data science initiatives to enhance profitability and customer experience. Drive the development of advanced analytics solutions while mentoring team members and collaborating with cross-function...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$75K - $95K *

Drive high-quality clinical trials by managing logistics, ensuring protocol compliance, and supporting continuous process improvements. Collaborate with teams to maintain timelines and data integrity...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$201K - $251K *

Transform the oncology landscape by leading external scientific engagement strategies, fostering partnerships with key stakeholders, and leveraging insights to influence medical and commercial strateg...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$159K - $195K *

Lead the development of innovative drug-device combination products, oversee cross-functional collaboration and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while managing projects from concept through...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $177K *

Shape the future of finance by supporting contract compliance and performance. Leverage your expertise in project control, data analysis, and customer relations in a dynamic team environment that driv...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Shape the future of aviation by developing advanced machine learning models to enhance operational efficiency for major airlines and airports. Join a dynamic team where innovative ideas drive tangible...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $122K *

Join our team to inspire better pediatric health through comprehensive telephonic case management. Collaborate with families and providers to navigate complex medical needs, ensuring access to quality...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Optimize procurement processes by leading strategic sourcing and enhancing vendor management across diverse categories in a dynamic, high-growth environment...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$114K - $185K *

Explore the frontier of veterinary pharmacology by leading in vivo PK/PD studies across multiple species. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance drug candidates from early research throug...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing and optimizing data pipelines in a cloud-based Health IT environment. This hands-on role requires expertise in SQL, Python, and cloud technologies to ensure data quality...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K *

Shape the future of cancer care by leading strategic partnerships and operational excellence. Collaborate with top health systems and drive initiatives that improve patient outcomes while developing h...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$500K+*

Champion innovative AI applications by driving strategies and hands-on development of agentic systems within a dynamic team. Shape product roadmaps and enhance player experiences through cutting-edge...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining customer onboarding by seamlessly guiding new clients through tailored training and implementation processes, ensuring rapid adoption and satisfaction with cutting-edge t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive strategic growth and client relationships across the US. Oversee business development efforts and lead a sales team to expand services in diverse industries while deli...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$138K - $190K *

Grow your career with leadership opportunities in oncology training and development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design impactful training programs, ensuring the success of sales staff...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $225K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced algorithms for next-generation sensing technologies that enhance healthcare solutions through data-driven insights and innovative signal processing techn...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$294K - $470K *

Drive innovative advertising research initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams, executing quantitative and qualitative studies to shape impactful business strategies, and translating i...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $200K *

Architect transformative R&D initiatives that leverage AI and ML, ensuring platform stability and excellence. Join dynamic teams to drive innovation and quality in clinical technology solutions at a g...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$195K - $205K *

Transform vendor governance and clinical outsourcing processes by leading contract negotiations, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance across all vendor interactions for clinical tr...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing fire protection systems for nuclear facilities while collaborating with engineering teams, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting modifications that safeguar...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $276K *

Innovate analytics strategies to enhance health system engagements, optimizing sales performance and data-driven decision making while collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams t...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.