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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$120K - $192K *

Explore and build a discrete event simulation platform that enhances robotics simulations, ensuring reproducibility for real engineering decisions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to va...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $170K *

Lead the charge in innovation as a Principal Scientist, shaping R&D strategies, mentoring talent, and driving advanced semiconductor technologies. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful solutions...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

Transform material innovation by leading testing protocols, guiding lab operations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive product development with advanced materials while ensuring opti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by developing comprehensive analytics pipelines that enhance decision-making for military leaders. Collaborate with teams to deliver AI-enabled insights and automate workflows, ensuri...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Deliver impactful data analytics solutions for critical defense programs, transforming raw data into actionable insights, and enhancing decision-making for military leadership through advanced analyti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving advancements in forensic DNA analysis, overseeing quality control, and guiding scientists in mitochondrial and nuclear DNA testing to support critical missions in human rema...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $192K *

Elevate our therapeutic discovery efforts by innovating membrane protein production strategies, collaborating on methodologies, and mentoring talent to drive scientific excellence and breakthroughs in...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $107K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with experts in pioneering research. Contribute to the design and execution of critical experiments, analysis of data, and development of innovative methodologie...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $104K *

Transform HR processes as a Senior Workday Analyst Contractor, driving system optimization and innovative solutions to meet strategic organizational needs while managing critical HRIS functions and pr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $170K *

Innovate in next-gen semiconductor technologies. Lead R&D teams to develop advanced coating materials, manage complex projects, and foster strategic partnerships while driving product transition from...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare data into actionable insights by leveraging clinical and molecular datasets. Collaborate with researchers to design solutions and contribute to precision med...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $175K *

Pioneer the development of AI-driven systems, building efficient pipelines and enhancing user tools to deliver actionable insights while collaborating in dynamic environments...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team, driving innovative analyses in CAR T therapy development to enhance treatment solutions for pediatric brain malignancies, while overseeing method optimization and supporting cross...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $110K *

Support protein reagent production and purification for cutting-edge genetic medicine technologies, fostering innovative solutions in a collaborative lab environment to enhance delivery methods within...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $110K *

Empower genetic medicine innovation by contributing to protein purification and characterization. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment to drive next-gen delivery technologies and enhance our growin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $180K *

Transform the AI landscape by developing cutting-edge geospatial models with a focus on environmental changes. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to transition research into impactful operationa...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Lead and empower global production operations through immersive training in China before transitioning to a senior role abroad, shaping future biopharmaceutical leadership with a blend of local insigh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $146K *

Shape the future of mechanical engineering systems by designing, managing, and supporting state-of-the-art projects in a collaborative environment. Drive innovation and enhance system reliability with...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$55K - $194K *

Champion medical innovation by supporting the design and evaluation of groundbreaking devices. Collaborate with experts to advance research with real-world applications, gaining valuable skills in exp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a global scale by leading upstream production initiatives. Develop talent and optimize processes through deep immersion in local systems for impactful project delivery and cross...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in optimizing lab support services, driving operational excellence, and managing diverse teams to ensure seamless coordination and high customer satisfaction across multiple sites...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $215K *

Lead analytical validation studies for cancer detection assays by applying advanced statistical methods. Collaborate across teams to ensure rigorous standards and mentor junior staff while supporting...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team to lead cutting-edge quantum information science R&D, supervising technical staff and collaborating on innovative communication and sensing systems vital for advancing modern appli...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $195K *

Transform quantum research capabilities by leading a technical team, driving innovation in quantum-based systems, and enhancing collaboration with academic partners to advance groundbreaking scientifi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by developing automation for S/TEM systems to enhance data collection and analysis in a high-volume lab. Collaborate with engineers and scientists to create practical solutions i...

1 week 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.