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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$100K - $152K *

Unlock your potential as a senior engineer, collaborating on structural design projects for nuclear facilities. Guide junior team members and harness your expertise in advanced materials and structura...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $250K *

Play a key role in shaping AI-driven security operations by leading detection engineering efforts. Collaborate with teams to innovate detection methodologies and improve security solutions for diverse...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize back-end systems and data pipelines for AI/ML applications, collaborating cross-functionally. Develop skills in Generative AI under senior mentorship while contributing to architecture and co...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Elevate enterprise capabilities by leading the design and implementation of Generative AI solutions on Microsoft Azure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate advanced AI technologies, e...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $212K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring quality radiation therapy delivery and safety standards while collaborating with staff to support patient-focused care and effective operational practices in R...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $125K *

Lead the charge in executing complex healthcare software implementations, managing multiple projects while ensuring financial performance and client satisfaction. Drive process improvements and mentor...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $200K *

Contribute to the establishment of AI-native security solutions by leading technical design and client delivery. You'll drive architectural standards, oversee implementations, and ensure integration a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$214K - $284K *

Shape your career by leading global drug development strategies within a dynamic partnership program. Utilize your expertise to manage complex portfolios and optimize team performance, delivering impa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$196K - $245K *

Shape the future of oncology in Canada by leading local medical strategy and aligning global initiatives with local healthcare needs, ensuring scientific excellence and compliance while fostering coll...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate your career by driving innovative battery state estimation algorithms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance commercial value and performance of Battery Energy Storage Systems...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $246K *

Champion innovative machine-learning solutions that drive business impact by translating complex data into actionable insights, ensuring robust production deployment, and fostering cross-functional co...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $125K *

Lead the charge in clinical trial oversight, ensuring compliance and quality while managing sites for successful patient enrollment and data integrity from initiation through close-out...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful research to shape AI diagnostics strategies, enhancing healthcare access and quality. Collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders while leveraging advanced analytics to inform inve...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$63K - $127K *

Join us in leveraging data to drive strategic decision-making and deliver impactful machine learning solutions. Mentor junior talent while working with diverse datasets and deploying innovative models...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $220K *

Transform the engineering landscape by building scalable AWS and Kubernetes infrastructures, writing Terraform modules, and creating seamless CI/CD pipelines. Partner with teams to enhance platform ca...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $178K *

Transform process safety through leadership and expertise, driving global improvements and collaboration. Engage with diverse teams to develop standards, conduct assessments, and enhance safety practi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$121K - $166K *

Engage in driving revenue by promoting advanced Genomics and Proteomics solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally while managing strategic territory plans and customer relationships to meet sales goal...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $210K *

Champion the FAA’s supply chain security as a Senior Analyst, leading threat analysis and assessments to mitigate foreign and cybersecurity risks while informing executive decisions. Collaborate with...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $133K *

Unlock potential by leading the charge in Generative AI solutions, guiding cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance applications through intelligent technology, fostering a culture of continuous...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $161K *

Innovate seed portfolio management strategies across assigned row crops, driving product decisions from concept to market to maximize growth and profitability while collaborating with cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$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

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$73K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on resolving clinical appeals and grievances. Collaborate across departments to ensure adherence to policies while managing caseloads in a fast-paced envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Drive technical excellence by designing systems, setting standards, and mentoring engineers without formal management. Collaborate with Product to ensure alignment and tackle engineering challenges ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $182K *

Unlock the potential of risk intelligence by leading data architecture initiatives that enhance data accessibility and quality. You will integrate enterprise systems, build data pipelines, and establi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.