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 - $120K *

Transform environmental projects by leading site investigations, evaluating risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Drive innovation in technical solutions while mentoring staff and developing clie...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $90K *

Engage in cutting-edge AI-driven drug discovery by executing molecular assays, supporting RNA therapeutic evaluations, and collaborating within a dynamic research team to drive innovative solutions in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead qualification and validation activities, ensuring compliance and excellence in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Collaborate across departments and drive project success throug...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Champion the integration of chemistry and data science to drive simulation workflows, contributing to cutting-edge research in catalysis and material separations through innovative software developmen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Shape the future of molecular imaging research by leading innovative preclinical studies and developing independent funding proposals in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment dedicated to adv...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $182K *

Explore advanced computational methods and AI techniques to transform drug discovery through effective modeling, pipeline automation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, driving impactful t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $114K *

Champion advanced research projects with autonomy, collaborating with a principal investigator to innovate and publish significant findings while guiding less experienced staff and enhancing scientifi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $93K *

Join a fast-paced Protein Sciences team to design, develop, and purify innovative antibody and protein technologies, while collaborating to enhance research efforts in a dynamic, start-up environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $147K *

Oversee the quality and compliance of laboratory services while coordinating staff training, ensuring adherence to regulations, and fostering collaboration within the healthcare team to enhance depart...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $200K *

Join a team dedicated to innovative port systems design and development. Leverage your leadership and technical skills to drive project success, collaborate closely with multi-functional teams, and en...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$182K - $216K *

Unlock innovative machine learning solutions by partnering with engineers and product teams to tackle complex problems, drive experiments, and ensure production readiness while applying rigorous scien...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $114K *

Pioneer impactful environmental projects while collaborating with teams in the field and office. You'll contribute to permitting, data evaluation, and compliance efforts for improved quality of life t...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$76K - $114K *

Collaborate with engineers and geologists to conduct environmental assessments, manage fieldwork, and support project execution while enhancing your professional skills in a dynamic team environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Engage in diverse projects as a hydrogeologist, conducting field investigations, data analysis, and supporting site characterization in a collaborative team environment. Contribute to technical docume...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by joining our dynamic team, where you will conduct field investigations and hydrogeologic assessments. Collaborate with skilled professionals on diverse projects, enhancing your...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$126K - $166K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to design advanced microwave circuits for high-fidelity qubit control, driving the full cycle from fabrication to validation, enhancing performance in quantum comput...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $95K *

Champion innovation and elevate clinical research through collaboration and strategic insights. Drive the design and execution of studies to support nutraceutical and pharmaceutical advancement while...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$106K - $176K *

Unlock potential by leading a team in protein biochemistry to drive innovative viral vaccine research. Manage workflows and mentor scientists while collaborating cross-functionally to elevate early-st...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Join a team dedicated to advancing microelectronics reliability by analyzing radiation effects on electronic systems. Collaborate with researchers and sponsors to ensure alignment with cutting-edge de...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $193K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing the shopping experience through innovative machine learning techniques. This role focuses on building cutting-edge product recommendation engines, leveraging big dat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$232K - $335K *

Elevate target identification strategies by leveraging AI and computational science. As a Scientific Fellow, you will shape the R&D landscape, evaluate capabilities, and apply your expertise to enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$232K - $335K *

Drive scientific strategy in AI-enabled target discovery, leveraging computational expertise to enhance therapeutic target confidence and influence R&D initiatives across the organization...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Lead and optimize cutting-edge cryo-electron tomography projects, integrating structural biology techniques to enhance molecular insights in diverse systems through collaborative efforts and innovativ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $253K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you advance AI algorithms and models, solving mission-critical challenges for defense customers. Collaborate with experts to enhance techniques in a secure, dynamic envi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $138K *

Pioneer innovative statistical methods in oncology. Collaborate cross-functionally to design clinical studies, analyze data, and communicate findings effectively, ensuring evidence-based solutions enh...

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  •   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.