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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$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI solutions in cloud architectures. You'll design secure, scalable infrastructures within AWS/Azure, optimize performance, and drive innovations in SecDevOps for vital g...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Shape your career by managing clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficiently and effectively...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's transforming machine learning research into impactful solutions. Collaborate on feature engineering and optimization in a fully remote environment, driving projects from concept to...

Boston, MARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role focused on data analysis and visualization across digital marketing channels. Collaborate with teams to create impactful dashboards and predictive models that enh...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $178K *

Drive your career with a senior role focused on software development for control room simulators, collaborating with engineers to enhance plant models and ensure high-quality deliverables in a dynamic...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $100K *

Advance your career by leading cross-functional projects and ensuring successful delivery while coordinating with stakeholders and managing customer relationships in a fast-paced environment...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $151K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $145K *

Shape the future of sports media by leveraging data science to enhance user experience, optimize workflows, and develop predictive models that drive engagement and subscriptions. Collaborate with cros...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and implement a next-gen Design System, ensuring consistent, accessible experiences across products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical alignme...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$160K - $190K *

Transform your career by managing data center acquisitions and infrastructure transactions. Drive negotiations, provide legal guidance, and support operational transitions, while deepening expertise i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $181K *

Help us lead global clinical studies by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance, and driving project timelines to deliver high-quality results within budget and regulatory standards...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Elevate innovation by driving ideation, rapid prototyping, and AI initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to transform concepts into impactful solutions, leveraging emerging technologies and story...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $205K *

Shape the future of electric power projects by providing expert development support, technical evaluations, and engineering design reviews. Collaborate with clients to optimize project outcomes while...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$215K - $230K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of hematology-oncology by serving as a Senior Medical Science Liaison. You'll build scientific relationships, provide insights, and support the launch of innovati...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $230K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of hematology-oncology by serving as a Senior Medical Science Liaison. Build scientific relationships, provide insights, and support the launch of innovative ther...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $230K *

Join us to empower the hematology-oncology community as a Senior Medical Science Liaison. Build scientific relationships, share insights, and support the launch of innovative therapies for cutaneous T...

Las Vegas, NVRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $139K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

Lead the charge in air quality compliance and project management, ensuring regulatory adherence and delivering high-quality technical work for solid waste and industrial clients across the Southwest...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Clinical Oncology Pharmacist, delivering expert pharmaceutical support and collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care and optimize medication therapy...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Support oncology care by delivering expert pharmaceutical services, collaborating with clinical teams to ensure safe and effective medication therapy, and driving quality improvement initiatives for o...

Florida, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing secure GCP environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver modern cloud solutions that support federal cloud modernization initiatives...

Rockville, MDRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $145K *

Unlock potential by supporting and maintaining Laboratory Systems, serving as the primary development contact for Epic modules, and configuring applications to enhance operational efficiency and best...

Sacramento, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Join a team that's shaping the brand and product experience. You'll create visually compelling designs, develop marketing materials, and collaborate with engineers to enhance our product in a fast-pac...

Mexico, MORemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive customer success by engaging in pre and post-sales technical support, showcasing innovative radar solutions, and fostering strong relationships. Collaborate with teams to enhance product offerin...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.