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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$118K - $180K *

Drive optimal mechanical performance and reliability across power plants through hands-on oversight, strategic planning, and collaboration. Ensure safety and enhance operational efficiency while leadi...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $124K *

Contribute to field commissioning and testing of power protection systems. Build hands-on experience in substation environments while supporting the installation and maintenance of critical electrical...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$54K - $107K *

Elevate client engagement by expertly managing proposals and RFIs, collaborating with diverse teams, and delivering precise budgets to drive efficiency in the clinical trial process...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $163K *

Lead the charge in regulatory project management by overseeing complex clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations, while collaborating with vario...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $200K *

Deliver end-to-end security solutions across consumer products, driving threat modeling, penetration testing, and PSIRT operations to fortify AI integrations within a regulated financial services land...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$118K - $177K *

Join a team that shapes the future of quality management by leading global tracking and resolution of customer defects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving cross-functional col...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $245K *

Champion the technical direction of a critical platform, ensuring scalable, reliable, and correct execution across distributed systems, while mentoring teams to uphold architectural integrity in high...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $120K *

Take ownership of expanding laboratory sales through effective market strategies and relationship management with key clients in healthcare settings, advocating the benefits of genetic diagnostic test...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$151K - $226K *

Shape the future of compliance analytics by leading data-driven insights and risk assessment initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance compliance monitoring effectiveness and drive strate...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $207K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in liquid cooling infrastructure, managing advanced technology and fostering teamwork to streamline processes, enhance performance, and support high-quality production in...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Drive strategic partnerships across health systems to advance precision medicine initiatives. Leverage a strong understanding of oncology workflows to enhance molecular diagnostics adoption and ensure...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $95K *

Shape the future of IT asset management by delivering expert analysis and support. Collaborate across teams to improve operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with regulations and best practi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $275K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cloud security, collaborating closely with engineering teams to embed security within distributed systems. Shape robust protocols while leveraging AI to enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving innovation in DevOps practices, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating across teams to ensure robust automation and security within platform engineering projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Elevate your impact by leading policy engagement with state and local leaders on AI in homeland security and public safety. Utilize your expertise to build relationships, develop strategies, and navig...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$171K - $288K *

Drive the AMER Technical Architecture practice, managing a skilled team to deliver complex customer solutions, enhance service delivery, and develop new capabilities, ensuring focus on outcomes and co...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$191K - $281K *

Contribute to the evolution of a foundational AI platform, owning core services and building blocks that enable rapid development for internal teams and external partners. Shape strategy and ensure re...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $193K *

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives for corporate G&A spend, optimizing cost and performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement best practices, enhance supplier relationships, and facilitat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $154K *

Reimagine traffic engineering by leading comprehensive projects that enhance mobility and safety across communities. Collaborate with a team to design high-value projects that innovate transportation...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $180K *

Drive partnership strategies to convert high-leverage relationships into scalable revenue channels. Own ecosystem development in a dynamic legal tech and AI landscape, fostering collaboration across t...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $136K *

Empower strategic growth within the nuclear sector by leading corporate development initiatives, conducting thorough analyses, and collaborating with senior leaders to drive high-impact investments an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Deliver high-quality clinical trial operations by managing teams, overseeing budgets, and driving study start-ups while developing talent and fostering partnerships across diverse stakeholders for opt...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$204K - $260K *

Transform the technical landscape by defining and owning the catalog platform architecture, leading modernization efforts and driving architectural decisions across teams to enhance a high-impact prod...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $95K *

Shape the future of water treatment by designing and optimizing innovative processes. Lead projects from conception to commissioning, ensuring efficient, sustainable solutions in collaboration with cl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in developing and applying innovative engineering solutions for complex power generation projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality deliverables, engage with clients, and super...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.