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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$85K - $141K *

Advance the field of molecular biology by independently conducting high-complexity tests on clinical specimens. Collaborate with researchers and provide expert analysis, ensuring adherence to laborato...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $231K *

Create impactful AI solutions in Oncology R&D. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop, prototype, and deliver innovative applications of machine learning to enhance drug discovery and cl...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $231K *

Innovate solutions by collaborating with Oncology experts to design AI/ML systems that enhance scientific discovery and clinical development, ensuring real-world applicability and scientific integrity...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $231K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to create AI solutions for Oncology, focusing on rapid prototyping, scientific accuracy, and practical applications in healthcare. Drive projects from concept to del...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $231K *

Unlock your potential by partnering with oncology experts to design and deliver cutting-edge AI solutions that address scientific challenges and enhance clinical development in the life sciences secto...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $222K *

Join a cutting-edge team to pioneer in silico safety assessments using advanced multi-omics data and AI techniques, enhancing drug discovery by providing actionable insights and facilitating risk-base...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$60K - $100K *

Elevate your career by conducting vital immunological assays that support vaccine development. Collaborate on scientific advancements and ensure compliance with clinical practices, while contributing...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $134K *

Join a team that's shaping advanced mission processing applications through innovative research and development. Collaborate with experts in the field to design, test, and optimize complex systems uti...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $132K *

Partner with us to innovate real-time astronomical data-processing pipelines, ensuring scientific accuracy and algorithm development. Join a dynamic team dedicated to exploring the universe's complexi...

4 days ago

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

$102K - $164K *

Join a team that's driving innovative cancer research through next-generation sequencing analysis, integrating multidisciplinary expertise to identify biomarkers and enhance therapeutic strategies for...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $105K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring product quality through rigorous microbiological testing and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold standards and innovate in quality co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$106K - $176K *

Join us in a hands-on scientific leadership role focused on innovating protein formulation for biologics. Drive the development and optimization of high-concentration biologics while collaborating cro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $160K *

Champion innovative solutions in oncology by developing advanced agentic AI systems. Leverage multimodal data to enhance predictive modeling and drug R&D, collaborating with scientists and engineers t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $160K *

Accelerate the development of pioneering agentic AI frameworks for oncology, driving the automation of predictive model discovery through advanced modeling techniques and collaboration with multidisci...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $160K *

Elevate oncology R&D through innovative agentic AI. Collaborate across teams to automate model discovery, implement workflows, and refine predictive algorithms utilizing extensive multimodal data and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $150K *

Empower groundbreaking oncology research by developing advanced agentic AI frameworks. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to innovate predictive models and automate processes, applying your mach...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Join our team to develop and validate methods in a biopharmaceutical lab, utilizing your expertise in GLP/GMP, HPLC, LC-MS, and LIMS to drive innovative solutions and enhance laboratory operations thr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $210K *

Elevate your career by joining a team that builds innovative software for automated scientific analysis. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop cutting-edge tools, enhancing the future o...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical development by leading analytical projects in drug substance and product formulation. Collaborate with R&D teams to innovate and optimize strategies for new chemical...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $210K *

Champion the clinical development of hematology studies, leading cross-functional teams to ensure scientific integrity and execution of studies, while contributing expertise to both early and late-pha...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $210K *

Analyze clinical research operations to ensure compliance and drive success in studies, collaborating across teams to enhance understanding of hematology therapeutic areas while developing key documen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$167K - $226K *

Join a team that's driving innovation through data-driven models and machine learning solutions. Leverage your expertise in statistics and algorithms while mentoring junior team members and identifyin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $154K *

Champion innovative ADME-Tox projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and lead scientific exploration while mentoring staff, driving personal growth and organizational success through effec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $250K *

Lead the advancement of innovative scientific strategies and technologies in life sciences to enhance product offerings. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful solutions and drive organiz...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining scientific leadership and innovation in life sciences. Lead strategy execution, develop cutting-edge model platforms, and drive impactful programs while ensuring scientif...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.