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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$110K - $135K *

Unlock the potential of AI by designing and implementing advanced agentic systems and LLM-powered applications that enhance scientific research capabilities with a focus on developing reliable, produc...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join the front line of healthcare heroes delivering top-quality PCR testing. Leverage your skills in a fast-paced lab, participate in quality assurance, and empower patient care while enjoying career...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge medical devices and manufacturing processes. Collaborate with diverse teams to solve complex challenges and implement best practices, enhancing products and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$69K - $116K *

Advance your career by executing downstream process development studies and analyses, ensuring adherence to quality standards while collaborating closely with senior scientists in a dynamic laboratory...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $176K *

Innovate to develop experimental environments for materials characterization using advanced beamline facilities. Collaborate closely with scientists and engineers to evaluate material properties in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $207K *

Drive analytical strategies for vaccine candidates and adjuvants, leading a team of scientists to enhance experimental methodologies and innovative technologies while ensuring timely, quality results...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $300K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI-driven biological research, developing reinforcement learning methods and generative models. Influence core strategies and work with cutting-edge tech to bridge modeli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $156K *

Join a dynamic team to develop advanced mass spectrometry proteomics workflows, driving drug discovery and innovation while applying cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative research environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Lead a dynamic team in evaluating public health risks from toxic substances, fostering collaboration with agencies, and developing strategies to mitigate exposure, while ensuring scientific rigor and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $220K *

Engineer, analyze, and construct innovative aerospace systems for missions from concept to execution. Collaborate across disciplines to solve complex challenges in the field of resilient space technol...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $182K *

Join our team to design and analyze next-gen resilient space systems, engaging in various project phases from conception to testing, collaborating across disciplines to tackle complex engineering chal...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$230K - $254K *

Transform drug product development by leading small molecule formulation for clinical trials. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful scale-up and GMP compliance, driving innovation from e...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing laboratory operations while ensuring compliance with regulations. Manage staff, equipment, and resources to drive quality results and support preclinical stu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$164K - $205K *

Shape the future of immunology research by driving program strategy and advancing therapeutic targets through innovative experimentation and collaborative insights. Engage with leadership and mentor j...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Join a team focused on developing and executing cell-based GPCR assays during dedicated night shifts, ensuring quality, troubleshooting biological challenges, and facilitating seamless collaboration f...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock innovative drug formulations as a Senior Scientist, leading development projects for solid oral dosage forms. Engage in hands-on laboratory work while mentoring junior scientists to enhance dru...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Pioneer transformative AI applications in biomedical discovery, collaborating with scientists and engineers to bridge virtual and real-world data for innovative drug discovery solutions...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $111K *

Execute innovative research projects to advance maternal and cardiometabolic health. Collaborate with international teams, oversee study protocols, and lead data analysis for impactful health interven...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $110K *

Engage with a diverse team of scientists to develop advanced hydrologic models using cutting-edge computational tools, focusing on the effects of disturbances and land cover changes on water-energy bu...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of science and law by designing impactful training programs that enhance communication skills for judicial professionals, while managing project timelines, budg...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$139K - $231K *

Discover groundbreaking AI solutions impacting Oncology R&D. Collaborate with scientific experts to translate complex data into innovative insights, ensuring scientific rigor and user-driven designs t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $231K *

Drive the design and execution of cutting-edge AI solutions that enhance Oncology R&D. Collaborate with scientists to convert complex challenges into impactful insights, all while ensuring scientific...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in data-driven healthcare improvement by analyzing complex datasets, producing innovative reports and dashboards, and employing predictive modeling techniques to optimize patient outco...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $115K *

Champion payroll excellence by overseeing operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and leading process improvements in our dynamic research environment, supporting over 1,000 employees through ef...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $115K *

Elevate your career with a role focused on payroll excellence, ensuring compliance and efficiency in a dynamic research environment through managing multi-cycle payroll and enhancing system functional...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.