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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$100K - $105K *

Inspire transformative clinical research by leading diverse teams and overseeing trials. Build collaborations, ensure compliance, and drive strategic growth while mentoring future leaders in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$208K - $286K *

Join a team that's transforming pharmaceutical R&D with innovative AI/ML strategies. Lead diverse projects across omics and systems biology, managing cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge com...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading computational protein design initiatives, collaborating cross-functionally with wet-lab scientists. Advance cutting-edge methods using AI to enhance the design-build-test c...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $123K *

Lead the charge in advancing high-throughput materials discovery through automated workflows, multidisciplinary collaboration, and innovative experimental design, contributing to renewable energy and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $147K *

Shape the future of nanoscale research by leading groundbreaking studies using advanced synchrotron X-ray microscopy. Contribute to an innovative research program and provide technical leadership for...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate vehicle reliability by pioneering advanced prognostic modeling techniques, integrating physics and machine learning. Lead cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge solutions, driving impa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$204K - $346K *

Pioneer innovative chemistry strategies and lead a high-impact team to advance discovery and platform efforts across molecules, nanoparticles, and AI-driven experimentation...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Lead advanced research in near-surface geophysics, focusing on ERT and SIP methodologies. Oversee innovative field programs, cross-disciplinary collaborations, and provide technical guidance. Contribu...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$142K - $192K *

Lead the charge in advancing structural biology techniques to enhance drug discovery efforts, collaborating across teams to deliver impactful insights and driving innovative workflows in a dynamic res...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $110K *

Elevate laboratory capabilities by leading the design and validation of advanced assays. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize experimental processes and ensure compliance with quality s...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$466K - $500K+*

Drive cutting-edge research in probabilistic identity modeling for our new ad-tier. Engage in refining machine learning solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance user experi...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$65K - $169K *

Grow your career by leading sample management operations in a pioneering drug development facility. Collaborate cross-functionally to establish workflows that ensure compliance and enhance efficiency...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$65K - $169K *

Lead the charge in sample management operations to ensure compliant tracking, storage, and distribution of GMP and non-GMP samples within the Analytical Laboratories, fostering collaboration with cros...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Engage in environmental consulting as a Field Scientist, conducting wetland delineations, utilizing GPS technology, and creating GIS maps. Collaborate to ensure regulatory compliance and support susta...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in advancing environmental initiatives by conducting wetland assessments, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring regulatory compliance to support impactful projects a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $110K *

Shape the future of environmental planning by leading wetland assessments, collaborating with experts, and ensuring compliance with regulations to deliver quality solutions and growth for clients in t...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$164K - $205K *

Champion the advancement of trapped-ion quantum computing by leading research teams, developing innovative technologies, and mentoring scientists while building state-of-the-art experimental setups fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$211K - $264K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safety innovation and excellence, leading core processes in global patient safety. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to enhance pharmacovigilance strategie...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovative neuroscience research to develop disease models and validate therapeutic targets. Collaborate across functions to leverage biological insights, enhance drug discovery, and address cri...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$50K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Scientist, driving innovation while collaborating on mission-critical projects. Join a supportive team focused on software solutions and emerging technologies, ensuring...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $143K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative biotechnological solutions for sustainable food and energy production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance enzyme and yeast technologies, optimizi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$50K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading critical data initiatives, ensuring sustainable, mission-driven software solutions. Collaborate with a talented engineering team to drive innovation and maintain high stand...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Advance innovative LC-MS/MS assay development and analysis, ensuring GLP compliance and project management excellence, while mentoring colleagues and collaborating with clients to shape the future of...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $150K *

Lead innovative translational research initiatives by executing experiments, analyzing data, and communicating findings to advance projects in a collaborative lab environment. Drive improvements in op...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Take ownership of innovative gene delivery projects, optimizing focused ultrasound techniques for improved neurotechnology applications. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to drive preclinical...

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.