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 - $150K *

Champion AI innovation as a Full-Stack Engineer, architecting cutting-edge agentic systems. Collaborate with Fortune 500 clients to enhance workflows and drive productivity through strategic AI soluti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Partner with us to transform global enterprises through AI workflows, leveraging innovative full-stack development skills to empower clients in adopting agentic systems and enhancing productivity...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$202K - $253K *

Unlock AI compute demand by originating and converting potential clients while crafting commercial strategies. Work closely with key stakeholders to shape infrastructure solutions in a rapidly evolvin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $135K *

Engineer robust telecommunications solutions by leading complex project lifecycles, enhancing service reliability, and driving compliance initiatives in a dynamic enterprise setting. Collaborate with...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Tackle security challenges as a Mid-Level SOC Analyst, leveraging your expertise to manage incident responses, enhance threat detection processes, and mentor junior analysts within a dynamic 24/7 envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive the growth and direction of cross-functional engineering teams, guiding talent to achieve ambitious goals while ensuring robust data architecture and infrastructure, all in a collaborative, incl...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

Take ownership of innovative statistical analysis, project leadership, and quality assurance in clinical trials. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance operational efficiency and achieve...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $185K *

Champion complex quality engineering efforts for a large-scale distributed data platform by developing test strategies and automation frameworks, ensuring platform stability and performance across mul...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Optimize and develop an internal AI Enablement Platform; lead projects, integrate Microsoft identity systems, and enhance productivity through cutting-edge software tools while collaborating across te...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $157K *

Accelerate profitable growth as a strategic leader in your region, shaping product strategies and collaborating across teams to optimize offerings and pricing. Drive innovation and manage lifecycle st...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $195K *

Drive the development and automation of mission-critical infrastructure, enhancing CI/CD pipelines and cloud environments while embedding security compliance in all stages of software delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to forensic investigations of mechanical systems. You'll analyze failures in various settings and present findings while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and mai...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $170K *

Empower clients through rigorous forensic investigations of mechanical systems, utilizing your expertise to analyze failures and provide insights. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while mainta...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $170K *

Unlock potential by conducting thorough investigations of mechanical failures and defects, providing expert testimony and consultation services while traveling to various project sites across the coun...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $170K *

Lead the charge in forensic investigations as a Mechanical Engineer. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to analyze failures, provide expert recommendations, and ensure compliance in diverse pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $170K *

Advance your career by conducting forensic investigations on mechanical failures across varied property types, collaborating with teams to provide expert analysis and documentation, while maintaining...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $170K *

Drive the investigation and analysis of mechanical failures across diverse sectors, including commercial and residential. Collaborate with teams to provide expert consultation and engage in multi-part...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $180K *

Lead financial operations and strategic planning while managing a high-performing finance team to drive compliance, profitability, and innovative financial growth within a dynamic tech environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $225K *

Champion strategic partnerships in precision medicine by managing executive relationships and driving enterprise-wide adoption of molecular diagnostics. Collaborate across functions to ensure successf...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$178K - $238K *

Lead the standardization of medical governance across Global Medical Affairs. Manage key operational activities and support project management initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and effective commu...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$162K - $263K *

Empower cybersecurity by analyzing financial threats and sharing insights. Collaborate with teams to identify emerging risks, document trends, and present findings. Drive thought leadership in the fin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$151K - $242K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing security engineering! Drive innovations in risk management and security policies while optimizing team performance and aligning with business objecti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $266K *

Advance your career by partnering in strategic operational initiatives, enhancing practices across federal markets, and exploring modern technologies to foster business growth and streamline program m...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of data-driven product development, collaborating across teams to analyze insights and drive impactful strategies that enhance user experiences and business outcomes on a global scale...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Tackle a leadership role driving regional sales strategies and team development. Oversee a team of account managers and specialists to meet growth objectives, strengthen client relationships, and main...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.