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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$96K - $130K *

Drive customer-centric process innovation through evidence generation and hands-on training in our Bioprocess Design Center, optimizing upstream workflows and promoting single-use technology for diver...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $194K *

Elevate your career by driving human genetic and genomic studies to develop innovative therapies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex data into actionable insights and influen...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Empower scientific advancement by driving biomarker discovery in immune-oncology, integrating diverse biological data to shape precision medicine strategies and support clinical development across var...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare by managing lab procurement strategies, optimizing spend, and integrating AI-driven tools to enhance operational efficiency and drive meaningful insights for...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$141K - $262K *

Optimize safety assessments across drug development for multiple programs while integrating cross-functional scientific insights to enhance portfolio strategies and risk management decisions...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $227K *

Join a team dedicated to pioneering AI solutions as you lead applied research initiatives and translate advanced concepts into impactful outcomes for national security. Shape technical strategies and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $204K *

Tackle complex scientific operations and lead biochemistry/biophysics teams, leveraging expertise in protein interactions and assay strategies to drive successful drug discovery programs through colla...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$86K - $135K *

Drive compliance and innovation in naval wastewater standards by applying biological analysis and scientific research to support the UNDS program. Collaborate with regulatory agencies and stakeholders...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$87K - $162K *

Advance your career by tackling complex engineering challenges in DNA sequencing. In this collaborative research role, you'll design, fabricate, test, and optimize innovative systems that drive techno...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$174K - $252K *

Empower innovation by conducting foundational agentic research and developing state-of-the-art autonomous AI systems. Collaborate across teams to translate cutting-edge prototypes into scalable soluti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of user experience research by collaborating on diverse projects to improve usability across consumer electronics, medical devices, and AI applications. Drive insights through rigorou...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of user experience research by leading diverse projects that analyze human interaction with technology, enhancing design through actionable insights and cross-disciplinary collaborati...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $137K *

Join our dynamic team to lead downstream process development for novel vaccine adjuvants. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance safe, scalable, and efficient manufacturing pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $96K *

Accelerate progress at our Cell Line Development team by mastering aseptic techniques and executing mammalian cell culture workflows. Collaborate effectively to meet production timelines while maintai...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Oversee testing and analysis of pharmaceutical products and raw materials, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Collaborate on process validation and improvement while mentoring junior...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$177K - $250K *

Deliver expert analysis and reporting of complex genetic tests while innovating lab processes. Mentor teams and advance clinical research initiatives in a state-of-the-art genomic laboratory, prioriti...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $115K *

Drive technical excellence in Immunoassay manufacturing processes, resolving production issues and implementing improvements in a fast-paced, data-driven environment to ensure high-quality outcomes...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Oversee the design and deployment of cybersecurity capabilities, ensuring robust Linux system administration and support to enhance decision-making in critical missions and optimize lab operations for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $150K *

Empower innovation in biophysics as you lead the discovery of biological therapeutics, utilizing cutting-edge technologies to enhance medicine development and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving innovation in magnetic resonance imaging systems and applications. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop advanced MRI solutions, enhance imaging capabilities...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Support our customers by delivering scientific expertise, project management, and technical solutions in collaboration with internal teams and cross-functional partners to enhance their workflows and...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by supporting analytical chemistry in process development and manufacturing, solving moderate complexity issues, and leading project teams to ensure compliance with industry sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $100K *

Unlock the potential of RNA therapeutics by leading the development of automated, continuous manufacturing processes for RNA-lipid nanoparticle drug products, enhancing production efficiency and quali...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to architect generative models that design proteins, advancing biology and curing diseases. Combine expertise in ML, data engineering, and a passion for optimization to drive impac...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$111K - $139K *

Drive innovation in assay development and validation by leveraging expertise in Sanger sequencing, PCR, and NGS. Collaborate on workflows to ensure high-quality data delivery in a regulated lab enviro...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.