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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$85K - $102K *

Collaborate with team leaders to drive strategic partnerships and policy initiatives, influencing evidence-based practices across global projects while enhancing operational efficiency and outreach ef...

1 week ago

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

$79K - $132K *

Help us elevate our analytical chemistry capabilities by conducting complex assays and ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory standards while mentoring and guiding junior analysts in our fast-p...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $149K *

Join a team that's pioneering innovative biomarker strategies in the therapeutic landscape. Lead impactful research and drive experimental design in preclinical models, as you advance compelling new p...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Engineer marine soundscapes by managing and analyzing passive acoustic data to support research on fish, marine mammals, and vessel activity across the southeastern U.S. Collaborate with partners and...

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2 weeks ago

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

$128K - $266K *

Grow your career with a leading R&D team focused on high-performance RF systems. Take charge of troubleshooting, upgrading, and integrating complex high-power RF amplifiers to support vital research a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $192K *

Shape the future of climate forecasting by leading research in Atmospheric Science to develop AI-driven, actionable weather predictions for tropical regions, enhancing global responses to heat stress...

2 weeks ago

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

$106K - $133K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on biologics formulation. Leverage your expertise in protein stability and cross-functional collaboration to drive innovative solutions for therap...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing scientific program efficiency and impact. Collaborate across functions to manage projects, track progress, and communicate findings effectively while supporti...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $103K *

Join a dynamic team in advancing cancer immunotherapy research. You'll implement clinical trials, execute advanced laboratory assays, and collaborate with leading experts in a fast-paced, impactful en...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $103K *

Join a dynamic team at the forefront of cancer research, implementing cutting-edge immunotherapy trials. Utilize your expertise in laboratory techniques to generate impactful data that drives the deve...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to advance modeling for fusion power plant fuels, integrating multidisciplinary engineering insights to develop and validate complex systems, while fostering innovation and collabo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Take ownership of groundbreaking research across biological disciplines, supporting government contracts. Collaborate with a talented team to develop technical work plans and drive innovative cell bio...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of molecular technology by performing advanced NGS assays and managing laboratory operations. Collaborate to ensure high-quality gene editing applications and supp...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $158K *

Transform manufacturing engineering processes by standardizing data practices to enhance factory floor operations through innovative digital solutions and effective collaboration across teams...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$157K - $213K *

Unlock potential by leading a team of analytical scientists to advance oligonucleotide programs, driving analytical method development, regulatory submissions, and commercialization strategies through...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$157K - $213K *

Drive innovation in drug product development and lifecycle management, leading cross-functional teams to enhance processes and achieve commercialization success in biologics and pharmaceuticals, while...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $93K *

Execute NGS workflows and cfDNA extraction, ensuring accuracy and compliance in sample management. Collaborate with R&D to enhance lab processes impacting patient care through high-quality data genera...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$71K - $187K *

Lead the charge in cutting-edge oncology research by designing and executing in vivo studies to identify and validate innovative drug targets, while mentoring junior scientists and collaborating cross...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$159K - $207K *

Champion upstream technical activities in biologics, overseeing commercial process development to ensure robust, compliant manufacturing and support lifecycle improvements across multiple sites...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $128K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing health services research while leading QA efforts, guiding projects, and influencing policy. Collaborate with experts to ensure quality and drive impactful re...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $128K *

Contribute to advancing health services research through quality assurance and methodology oversight. Lead automation efforts and research initiatives while promoting collaboration across teams to enh...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$186K - $233K *

Lead the charge in safety oversight for clinical studies and pharmacovigilance. Engage with cross-functional teams to evaluate safety signals, manage risks, and ensure regulatory compliance across all...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$186K - $233K *

Lead the charge in ensuring patient safety through comprehensive oversight of clinical studies, proactive safety surveillance, and risk management, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $121K *

Create cutting-edge EUV source technologies through hands-on experimentation, collaboration, and prototype development, advancing both new and existing systems while driving innovation and performance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in preclinical research, executing molecular biology assays to support drug discovery efforts. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment, driving projects that contribute to therapeuti...

3 weeks 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.