Staff Scientist Jobs

Explore Staff Scientist opportunities for experienced researchers and scientific professionals. Staff Scientists lead and support research programs, design experiments, analyze data, develop methods, and share findings with scientific and business partners. On Ladders, discover vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more across research organizations, life sciences, healthcare, technology, government, and academia.

What Does a Staff Scientist Do?

Staff Scientist responsibilities vary by field and employer. The role may involve planning and conducting experiments, managing specialized equipment or laboratory operations, interpreting complex datasets, contributing to publications and proposals, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. Many Staff Scientists also guide junior researchers and help set technical direction for a project or research group.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek deep subject-matter expertise, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and experience with relevant research methods, instruments, or computational tools. A Ph.D. is often preferred or required, though requirements depend on the discipline and position. Clear scientific communication, project management, collaboration, and a record of research contributions can also strengthen an application.

Staff Scientist Salary and Career Opportunities

Compensation depends on factors such as specialization, experience, location, employer, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore Staff Scientist roles that align with their expertise and career goals. Senior opportunities may include increased research leadership, program ownership, or progression into principal scientist and research management positions.

Find Staff Scientist Jobs on Ladders

Search Staff Scientist jobs by specialty, location, and employer to find opportunities suited to your background. Review role requirements, tailor your résumé to highlight relevant research outcomes and technical strengths, and explore positions that can advance your scientific career.

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$83K - $104K *

Engage top talent in the Life Sciences sector, driving R&D and commercial success. Collaborate with leaders to enhance candidate experiences while managing recruitment workflows and sensitive informat...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping evidence strategies and insights in health economics and outcomes research. Lead client engagements, oversee analytics, and drive impactful decision-making in biopharma and...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $129K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team in structural engineering, tackling innovative projects in nuclear facilities. Collaborate, guide, and utilize advanced tools to design and analyze struct...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Develop user-facing features and improve systems by leveraging software architecture, APIs, and cloud technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, maintainable solutions...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $157K *

Join our dynamic team to design and enhance a web portal application, improving user experience and functionality. Collaborate with engineers and product managers to deliver impactful solutions that s...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $115K *

Transform service delivery by leading a skilled team of engineers, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction through effective coordination and relationship management. Drive continuou...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$103K - $154K *

Lead the commercial success of a diverse product portfolio across North America. Drive growth, customer adoption, and lifecycle management while collaborating with cross-functional teams to align stra...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$149K - $198K *

Elevate your career by leading data-driven evaluation methodologies for autonomous systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure performance metrics align with safety standards, driving i...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$147K - $220K *

Drive the success of clinical study projects by managing timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams and clients to ensure project objectives are met while fostering a culture of...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $220K *

Optimize project delivery by leading clinical study initiatives, ensuring quality, budget, and timelines are met. Collaborate with teams and clients to drive success in complex global trials while man...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in strategic pre-award contracting, driving compliance and operational excellence. Oversee a high-performing team while collaborating across functions to enhance efficiency and support...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $160K *

Engineer robust backend services and APIs for a cutting-edge wargaming platform, integrating AI and cloud technologies to support mission-critical simulations and decision-making processes for defense...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to manage public sector contracts, ensuring compliance and supporting sales growth through effective reporting and collaboration with various departments...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $140K *

Champion clinical trial excellence by leading a high-performing CRA team, ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP and local regulations while fostering a positive team culture and optimizing site relationshi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$143K - $203K *

Manage and lead global trade compliance operations, ensuring adherence to import/export regulations and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance efficiency and compliance...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $125K *

Champion innovation by integrating AI tools into workflows, enhancing research and consulting capabilities. Collaborate across teams to develop AI products, drive adoption, and foster a culture of con...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to the management of systems operations, ensuring secure data exchange and effective integration across applications. Collaborate with clinical staff to enhance workflow and resolve technic...

Miami, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

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New York, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $160K *

Explore exciting challenges in AI evaluation by developing frameworks and custom validators for cutting-edge machine learning applications. Collaborate to enhance the quality and reliability of AI age...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform our data infrastructure by leading design and deployment of scalable systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data management, mentor engineers, and shape our technical ro...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $130K *

Transform data engineering by architecting scalable pipelines and optimizing healthcare data solutions. Lead teams to enhance data quality and compliance while driving innovation and strategic alignme...

Baltimore, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $195K *

Drive the development of the Hypori app for Windows while enhancing iOS and Android functionalities. Collaborate in an agile environment, focusing on secure software practices, troubleshooting, and de...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Staff Scientist do?question toggle

    A Staff Scientist conducts and supports research, designs experiments, analyzes results, maintains expertise in scientific methods or technologies, and collaborates with research teams. Depending on the role, they may also mentor colleagues and contribute to publications, proposals, or research strategy.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Staff Scientist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by discipline and employer. Many roles ask for a Ph.D. and relevant research experience, while some accept a master's degree paired with substantial specialized experience. Employers may also expect expertise in field-specific methods, instruments, or data analysis.

  • How much do Staff Scientists earn?question toggle

    Staff Scientist pay varies according to field, experience, location, organization, and responsibilities. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including eligible Staff Scientist roles.

  • Where do Staff Scientists work?question toggle

    Staff Scientists work in settings such as biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, universities, hospitals, government agencies, national laboratories, and technology or industrial research organizations.

  • How can I find Staff Scientist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional Staff Scientist openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search by location or specialization and compare requirements to identify roles that fit your experience.