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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$90K - $130K *

Innovate by leading high-impact engineering projects that translate complex requirements into actionable plans, ensuring technical accuracy and quality outcomes while collaborating across teams and ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $95K *

Transform combustion research through advanced CFD simulations, driving innovative designs and collaborative projects. Engage with academia and stakeholders to enhance capabilities in energy systems...

3 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Empower scientific advancements by conducting and interpreting kinetic simulations, leveraging clear insights from Particle-in-Cell methods to enhance our understanding of plasma behavior in fusion sy...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$232K - $335K *

Lead the charge in advancing AI-Enabled CMC strategies, driving innovation through computational science and AI. You'll collaborate across R&D to enhance manufacturing processes and influence scientif...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$232K - $335K *

Accelerate scientific innovation by leading AI-driven solutions in CMC. Collaborate with R&D teams to define strategies that enhance process development, scale-up, and manufacturing using advanced com...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$178K - $194K *

Engineer advanced data insights in biological research as a Senior Data Scientist, leveraging statistics, machine learning, and bioinformatics to drive innovations in drug discovery and development, c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate protein design innovation by leading computational campaigns, collaborating with top scientists, and integrating AI methods to enhance the design-build-test cycle for cutting-edge therapeut...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Lead the SRA Bioinformatics team to enhance data accessibility and usability, driving innovation and collaboration in genomic research initiatives. Engage with stakeholders while overseeing the produc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$65K - $115K *

Elevate your career by supporting client projects through pharmacometric modeling, collaborating as part of a dynamic team focused on drug development, and tackling complex biological analyses across...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$143K - $194K *

Transform drug development by leading the creation of LC-MS-based assays to quantify therapeutics and biomarkers, driving innovation and collaboration in cross-functional research teams to enhance the...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic, technical team in a laboratory setting focused on plastics testing. Oversee operations, ensure safety and data integrity, and drive innovation while performing hands-on experiments to...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $175K *

Provide scientific leadership for in vivo pharmacology studies in inflammation and autoimmunity, coordinating cross-functional efforts and external collaborations to support drug development and ensur...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $88K *

Grow your career with impactful genetic and molecular studies on lncRNAs driving neural development and therapeutic targets. Engage in innovative research utilizing CRISPR technology and proximity lab...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Lead technical projects and laboratory operations, providing expertise in complex analytical applications while driving innovation and enhancing productivity for client programs in a GMP environment...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative assay development and validation efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development while ensuring compliance, quality, and scien...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $107K *

Partner with us to enhance microbial fermentation processes for recombinant proteins. This hands-on role emphasizes bench-scale bioreactor operations and data analysis in a fast-paced research environ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $222K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in drug development by designing and executing advanced assays to evaluate immunogenicity, while mentoring staff and enhancing R&D initiatives in a collaborative...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$101K - $156K *

Join a team that's transforming spatial biology through data analysis and technical support. Collaborate across departments to enhance customer experiences and solve complex scientific inquiries while...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $157K *

Elevate national defense efforts by developing innovative physics models and algorithms. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to analyze radar and sensor data, ensuring effective implementation a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$171K - $222K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in AI research and software development. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate and advance machine learning technologies and algorithms to enhance b...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing validation activities, overseeing project timelines, coordinating cross-departmental efforts, and ensuring compliance with protocols while providing subject...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $107K *

Engage in groundbreaking genomic medicine research by executing in vitro and in vivo experiments, developing innovative bio-assays, and collaborating within a dynamic lab environment...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $120K *

Lead innovative hair care formulation development from concept to market, utilizing advanced chemistry and collaboration across teams to overcome formulation challenges, ensure product safety, and dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Lead the coordination of innovative cancer research initiatives, fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Manage project implementation, ensure regulatory compliance, and effectively co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $101K *

Shape cutting-edge laboratory research by designing and executing complex experiments. Collaborate with R&D leadership to validate product performance, enhance methodologies, and support new developme...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.