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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$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's driving innovative pharmaceutical formulation development. Leverage your expertise in laboratory practices and scientific principles to create and deliver safe, effective drug produ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $180K *

Bring your expertise to developing innovative formulations for nonclinical studies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and manage studies, ensuring timely supply of high-quality drug fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $193K *

Develop advanced computer vision and machine learning models to enhance visual media experiences. Lead innovative solutions integrating AI, transforming customer interactions and driving personalizati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $120K *

Join a team dedicated to advancing process safety in pharmaceutical development, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and leading innovative strategies for the safe manufacturing of drug substan...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Lead and innovate with a dynamic R&D team to develop cutting-edge alloys, combining experimental metallurgy and computational techniques. Mentor emerging talent while driving projects from concept to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Lead due diligence efforts in environmental site assessments, manage projects, ensure compliance, build client relationships, and mentor junior staff in a collaborative environment focused on quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $110K *

Drive regulatory excellence in product innovation, ensuring compliance and safety while empowering creativity and strategy across teams in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Be the key connector be...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $96K *

Engineer innovative workflows in protein design through high-throughput experimentation, integrating machine learning techniques and molecular biology protocols to enhance efficiency and create except...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Play a key role in advancing laboratory instrumentation and optimizing processes. Collaborate across projects, driving innovation while ensuring compliance and enhancing data quality through rigorous...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $172K *

Drive impactful process development for Lentivirus manufacturing, utilizing advanced scientific principles to create scalable and cost-effective purification methods. Collaborate with multidisciplinar...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Drive analytical excellence in biologics development. Lead teams in separation assays, support late-stage clinical programs, and tackle complex regulatory requirements to enhance method robustness and...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advancing biologics analytical development, mentoring scientists and driving method innovation while collaborating across teams. Utilize your expertise to ensure compliance and exce...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $120K *

Engage in cutting-edge cell therapy manufacturing processes, enhancing GMP development and optimization. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and improve operational efficiency in a fas...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

Drive innovative solutions in large molecule analytics, leading method development, evaluating options, and providing expert guidance to clients. Collaborate in quality assurance and enhance technical...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$106K - $153K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing genetic research by managing and facilitating NIH grant programs, ensuring compliance, and driving strategic planning in therapeutic development, empowering i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Innovate in the frontier of quantum technology, leading research projects that bridge advanced physics and cyber security, while collaborating with experts to enhance novel quantum solutions and drive...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $143K *

Advance lipid nanoparticle (LNP) formulations for nucleic acid delivery. This role emphasizes process optimization and scaling, contributing to innovative design and enhancing formulation capabilities...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Discover a dynamic role in scientific research, executing and analyzing lab experiments in liquid handling automation and analytical chemistry to drive innovation and support vital product development...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Transform our innovative AI RNA therapeutics discovery platform by leading genome engineering efforts and collaborating with diverse teams to achieve groundbreaking results in the biotechnology sector...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in enhancing customer support through expert technical applications guidance, addressing inquiries, and collaborating cross-functionally to optimize end-user experiences in a fast-pace...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $134K *

Optimize lipid nanoparticle formulations for nucleic acid delivery, advancing both platform innovation and preclinical development through collaborative and independent research efforts in formulation...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$240K - $300K *

Join our team to lead advancements in trapped ion quantum computing, enhancing system performance and forming strategic partnerships. Drive intellectual property initiatives and shape our technology r...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing agricultural diagnostics through molecular assay design, optimization, and data analysis. Collaborate to deliver high-quality solutions for crop improvement in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's advancing biological manufacturing by executing hands-on processes, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with cross-functional groups to drive quality and efficiency in the pro...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $140K *

Advance analytical methodologies for characterizing proteins, RNA, and lipids in a dynamic lab setting. Drive innovation in lipid nanoparticle gene editing, deliver high-quality data, and support regu...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 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.