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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$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading the architectural direction for agentic workflows. Serve as a key advisor to Fortune 500 clients, driving the shift toward AI-augmented engineering productivity with deep e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Empower global enterprises by defining agentic workflow architectures, leveraging advanced software development expertise in a high-impact role guiding Fortune 500 clients through AI adoption and engi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Drive transformation in AI-augmented engineering as a strategic consultant, defining the architecture for agentic workflows. Partner with Fortune 500 clients to elevate software development standards...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead the architectural evolution of AI-augmented engineering, guiding clients in regulated sectors and Fortune 500 companies as they transition to effective agentic workflows. Drive strategic initiati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Pioneer the future of software engineering by leading AI-driven transformations, guiding clients through architectural innovations that elevate productivity in regulated and enterprise environments...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Drive high-impact engineering solutions and architecture for Fortune 500 clients, enabling their transition to AI-augmented workflows through strategic consultation and technical leadership...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Pioneer innovative software solutions by leading architectural strategies and embracing AI-powered engineering practices. Collaborate with Fortune 500 clients to enhance productivity in agentic workfl...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Optimize enterprise engineering by leading the shift to AI-augmented workflows. As a Principal Agentic Engineer, you'll architect solutions for Fortune 500 clients while driving innovation in regulate...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform global engineering by architecting AI-augmented workflows for major clients while leading teams and setting strategic direction in a client-facing capacity. Engage deeply with diverse indust...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Reimagine the future of engineering by shaping agentic workflows for Fortune 500 clients. In this client-facing role, you'll architect solutions that enhance software development productivity through...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $185K *

Shape your career by leading data science initiatives that drive impactful decisions. Collaborate across teams to architect robust frameworks and standards, ensuring excellence and consistency while m...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Partner with us to redefine engineering productivity. As a Principal Agentic Engineer, you will innovate client strategies and lead the transition to AI-driven solutions in major corporations, enhanci...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $137K *

Partner with us to drive innovative equipment solutions in Water Treatment and Pulp & Paper sectors. Experience autonomy in design, project management, and vendor coordination while ensuring operation...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$101K - $203K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data science expertise to drive innovative solutions, develop advanced predictive models, and influence decision-making within healthcare insights and analytics for enha...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$111K - $222K *

Transform data into actionable insights by developing advanced analytics models. Collaborate on innovative solutions to enhance health metrics and outcomes through sophisticated machine learning strat...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining ICT design and project management for cutting-edge data centers and smart buildings. Collaborate independently and lead complex automation projects while ensuring alignme...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Transform our demand forecasting capabilities as you develop and deploy advanced time-series models. Collaborate cross-functionally to turn data insights into scalable analytics solutions, driving str...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming software development through innovative AI-augmented solutions, focusing on architecting and implementing agentic workflows for top global enterprises in diverse regula...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $140K *

Advance your career by developing impactful training strategies for our Laboratory Sales Team. Collaborate with sales leadership and enhance onboarding experiences while supporting sales personnel in...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $140K *

Join a team that's enhancing national resilience by providing expert planning support to federal agencies. You'll collaborate on strategic frameworks, drive operational readiness, and mentor future pl...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$225K - $250K *

Provide strategic oversight for global clinical trial execution, ensuring alignment with corporate goals, budgets, and regulations while fostering cross-functional collaboration and driving operationa...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $126K *

Champion customer success by leveraging your expertise in cloud, networking, and Linux technologies to provide exceptional technical support, enhance operational efficiencies, and mentor team members...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's pioneering explainable AI for compliance in wealth management. Lead engineering efforts, shape product direction, and drive innovation to transform manual compliance into efficient...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $200K *

Shape the future of healthcare marketing by transforming complex science into impactful strategies. As a senior leader, drive cross-brand medical strategy, inspire teams, and establish trusted client...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $180K *

Drive the enhancement of cybersecurity operations by managing tools, guiding policies, and performing testing. Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security products, improve processes, and foster a...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.