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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$76K - $102K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare insights through innovative research techniques. Collaborate with experts to enhance competitive intelligence and leverage AI for actionable market analysis...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$161K - $218K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative defenses against AI-driven security threats. Collaborate at the intersection of AI, cyber defense, and enterprise architecture to create scalable protections a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Champion comprehensive data solutions through integrated pipelines, AI models, and collaborative applications, enhancing operational efficiency and decision-making across multifunctional teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $199K *

Lead the charge in optimizing enterprise content platforms, enhancing scalability and compliance. Drive strategic initiatives for content automation, modular adoption, and PRC/MRC process improvements...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$500K+*

Pioneer advanced machine learning solutions for live ad optimization, defining technical roadmaps, architecting cross-functional projects, and driving impactful strategies to enhance member engagement...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead the coordination and execution of IT service delivery, ensuring compliance and performance excellence across multiple client programs. Drive project management activities and stakeholder engageme...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K *

Lead the charge in optimizing HID solutions for forensic applications. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to enhance case resolution efficiency, provide technical training, and ensure succe...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Drive policy analysis and strategic guidance to enhance federal healthcare systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve EHR modernization initiatives through expert advice and comprehensive resea...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Partner with us to enhance technical integrations across our ecosystem, driving collaboration with strategic partners. Use your engineering expertise to architect innovative solutions, manage relation...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $160K *

Transform the landscape of brand research by leading strategic tracking projects, providing expert guidance, and collaborating with clients to deliver high-impact insights that drive brand health and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $273K *

Lead the charge in enhancing secure software development by embedding robust security practices within application lifecycles. Collaborate with teams to identify, remediate, and validate vulnerabiliti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $288K *

Partner with us to design and implement advanced analytics solutions that leverage large data sets and machine learning techniques, transforming healthcare data into actionable insights to enhance pat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by building and evolving a scalable internal AI platform. Collaborate with multiple teams to drive innovation and efficiency, while empowering colleagues to leverage AI tools for enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$89K - $130K *

Shape the future of research operations by managing high-quality data sets and reports, collaborating with leadership, and optimizing data processes to enhance decision-making, compliance, and operati...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $130K *

Drive your career forward by supporting critical space missions and Enhancing safety and mission assurance in human spaceflight through detailed analysis and cross-functional collaboration. Work remot...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading enterprise strategy initiatives while collaborating with business unit leaders. This role focuses on translating enterprise direction into actionable plans, fostering al...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $150K *

Engage in designing, building, and operating multi-environment infrastructures to support customer workloads across diverse environments, including public cloud and isolated setups, with a focus on au...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion innovation at a cutting-edge logistics center, orchestrating end-to-end experimentation and technology integration while managing cross-functional collaborations to transition ideas into scal...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team overseeing strategies to enhance diagnostic services, ensuring access and quality across human and animal health sectors while managing budget and teams, and fostering partnerships...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $195K *

Join our team in leading Quality Control initiatives for drug development, ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive clinical advancements...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $210K *

Elevate regulatory affairs by managing global CMC submissions for biological products. Lead multi-disciplinary teams, assess risks, and ensure timely communication with regulatory agencies to meet dev...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Transform your career with a role that blends research and engineering by designing scalable ML systems in a collaborative environment. Drive impactful projects that serve millions while mentoring and...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $101K *

Empower organizational growth by bridging knowledge assets, training, and tools for effective employee engagement, process improvement, and technology adoption, ensuring growth professionals are equip...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $199K *

Shape the future of AI by developing core infrastructure for intelligent applications. Lead cross-functional teams to architect systems that enhance workflows and deliver production-grade AI solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $170K *

Drive operational excellence in facility management, ensuring safety and efficiency in daily operations while leading multidisciplinary teams to support isotope production and compliance within a high...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.