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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$75K - $88K *

Transform cardiac research through advanced techniques in metabolic remodeling and cardiac fibrosis. Manage mouse models and human iPSCs; conduct complex biochemical assays and imaging to unravel the...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $207K *

Drive early-stage drug design and delivery as a Senior Principal Scientist, providing leadership and scientific strategy across multi-disciplinary teams to optimize molecular and drug formulation stra...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$173K - $272K *

Take ownership of biologics commercialization processes by leading product development, scale-up, technology transfer, and regulatory submissions to ensure timely delivery of innovative therapies and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $102K *

Elevate protein engineering progress by leading high-throughput recombinant protein production and characterization efforts. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to drive discovery workflows and...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $120K *

Optimize research initiatives and lead innovative projects while collaborating with diverse teams to advance scientific discovery and improve operational efficiency in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $89K *

Support advanced molecular assays and single-cell profiling in plant research, ensuring precision in experimentation and documentation while collaborating within a dynamic research team focused on env...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $171K *

Unlock potential by providing technical expertise in API manufacturing to enhance process control, yield, and productivity, executing projects independently while supporting documentation and validati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $165K *

Engage in groundbreaking research as a scientist, focusing on antibody conjugation. Drive innovative projects independently while collaborating across teams to optimize and analyze complex molecules f...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Join our team to enhance lab experiment execution through technical support, troubleshooting, and cross-functional collaboration. Utilize coding skills and critical thinking to drive productivity and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mRNA analysis by developing innovative characterization methods for lipid nanoparticles. Collaborate across research to enhance the understanding and applicati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $193K *

Drive impactful data science initiatives to enhance delivery operations, utilizing your analytical skills to develop scalable solutions and influence strategic business decisions while fostering colla...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $207K *

Unlock your potential by leading purification process characterization and validation, authoring IND/BLA sections, and driving late-stage activities to support our large molecule pipeline. Join a dyna...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $145K *

Innovate by developing dynamic bioreactor models to optimize recombinant protein production. Collaborate cross-functionally, maintain robust workflows, and communicate insights effectively while drivi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Transform the biologics field as a Senior Scientist by leading method development, overseeing microbiological testing strategies, and ensuring regulatory compliance through expert guidance and collabo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $187K *

Drive biomarker strategy for clinical studies, ensuring data quality and compliance. Collaborate across functions and external partners to enhance clinical outcomes in solid organ transplant research...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $193K *

Join us to drive innovation in visual shopping by developing agentic AI capabilities that enhance customer experiences through real-time visual content and personalized interactions, shaping the futur...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$142K - $193K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of visual commerce through innovative GenAI capabilities. Drive the development of multimodal shopping experiences that empower customers with intuitive, real-tim...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$82K - $96K *

Develop and implement technical services while providing project management support for assessment and remediation projects, combining field and office tasks with a focus on client needs and team coor...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative functional beverage formulations, from initial prototype to production-ready, emphasizing analytical rigor and sensory evaluation while navigating complex ingr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $180K *

Unlock the potential of drug discovery by leading innovative computer-aided drug design. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to transform computational strategies into tangible therapeutics, enha...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining drug discovery through computational-aided design. Collaborate with elite scientists to turn complex challenges into innovative molecules, accelerating breakthroughs from...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring regulatory compliance and quality excellence. Supervise operations at our Biotech Lab, training staff and managing production activities to meet departmental g...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $196K *

Empower groundbreaking research by driving program development in a dynamic scientific environment. Collaborate with leadership and manage complex projects, ensuring the clear communication and succes...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of newborn screening by providing advanced scientific expertise in laboratory testing, quality assurance, and process improvement, working collaboratively to ensure compliance with pr...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $99K *

Empower innovation in life sciences by conducting advanced research, developing protocols, and analyzing complex data. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support groundbreaking projects and c...

2 weeks ago

  •   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.