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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$88K - $100K *

Advance laboratory operations by effectively coordinating logistics, inventory, and vendor relationships, enabling scientific teams to focus on innovative cancer research and therapies in a highly org...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $235K *

The Center for Computational Biology is seeking a Senior Software Engineer & Project Lead for HumanBase, a web-based platform for biomedical research. The role involves leading technical direction, me...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $131K *

Build innovative small-molecule therapeutics by leveraging synthetic organic chemistry expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an R&D setting to advance drug discovery and contribute to...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $146K *

Optimize detection and diagnostics for solar assets by building scalable ML models. Collaborate across teams to translate insights into actionable improvements, enhancing performance and customer expe...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$86K - $121K *

Elevate global oral health innovation by leading R&D initiatives that develop high-impact solutions. Collaborate with experts to drive product development and ensure compliance while interpreting resu...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advanced genomic analysis, mentoring teams and collaborating with partners to translate complex data into actionable insights while managing project scope and timelines effectively...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Contribute to transformative genomic analyses by leading complex projects, mentoring colleagues, and bridging scientific insights with partner needs in a dynamic, collaborative environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Lead scientific evaluations and consultations on environmental regulations, focusing on aquatic species and habitats. Collaborate with federal and state agencies to draft critical documents and ensure...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$174K - $252K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI innovations to tackle complex global challenges. Lead research initiatives, influence your peers, and drive impactful developments in model training and evaluation, sh...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $190K *

Help us shape the future of nephrology clinical development by executing impactful late-stage trials. Join a dynamic biotechnology team focused on rare kidney diseases, fostering collaboration and sci...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $190K *

Research and execute cutting-edge clinical trials in nephrology, focusing on rare kidney diseases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate strategies into impactful actions and uphold hig...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $190K *

Drive the execution of late-stage nephrology clinical trials, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while leading cross-functional collaboration and maintaining high-quality standards in data manage...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of regulatory science by leading projects, nurturing client relationships, and driving business growth in environmental compliance. Utilize your expertise in chemical regulation to de...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $145K *

Unlock potential by developing and deploying dynamic bioreactor models that optimize recombinant protein production. Collaborate across teams, communicate findings, and support workflow enhancements i...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $94K *

Elevate analytical excellence by leading method development for active pharmaceutical ingredients, ensuring compliance with industry guidelines and driving innovation in an R&D environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $128K *

Analyze and execute in vivo studies to drive preclinical oncology and immunology initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance drug discovery, ensuring rigorous interpretation of com...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead transformative research on workforce and education outcomes, driving a multi-year initiative that enhances career pathways in healthcare, while collaborating with diverse partners and stakeholder...

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

$137K - $171K *

Champion partnerships by overseeing a portfolio of scientific collaborations. Utilize your project management expertise to drive initiatives and align interdisciplinary teams with strategic goals to e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $171K *

Contribute to advancing drug delivery innovations by formulating, purifying, and characterizing lipid nanoparticles for targeted nucleic acid therapies. Collaborate across teams to enhance reprogrammi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $120K *

Lead advanced NMR spectroscopy initiatives, providing expert guidance and driving method development in a dynamic CRO environment. Mentor team members while ensuring compliance with GMP/GLP standards...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Transform multiomics data generation through precision and versatility. You'll support hands-on wet lab operations, from running single-cell assays to kit logistics, actively contributing to assay dev...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $140K *

Support our Security Operations team by leading incident response, triaging alerts, and designing threat detection strategies to safeguard sensitive data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $123K *

Champion innovative immunoassay development, providing leadership in critical reagent management and lifecycle activities to support vaccine pipeline projects, ensuring high-quality lab data and opera...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $147K *

Advance cutting-edge x-ray microscopy techniques while collaborating on groundbreaking research applications. Join our innovative team to develop advanced instrumentation and contribute to transformat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $146K *

Elevate your career as a Principal Chemist, leading analytical research and development initiatives. Utilize advanced chemistry techniques to solve real-world challenges while collaborating with a ded...

3 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.