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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$86K - $108K *

Drive transformative AI solutions across multiple business roles, leveraging advanced analytics and innovative technologies to enhance processes, improve decision-making, and foster collaboration for...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $200K *

Join us in tackling unique materials challenges for fusion power deployments, ensuring high performance in demanding environments. Lead R&D initiatives, collaborate cross-functionally, and advance mat...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $150K *

Architect innovative software solutions for advanced radar systems, enhancing space surveillance capabilities. Collaborate with diverse teams to prototype and develop cutting-edge technology that supp...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $108K *

Empower the advancement of AI and analytics solutions across various sectors, driving innovation in manufacturing and enterprise workflows for optimal efficiency and digital transformation...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Develop innovative nanoparticle formulations for RNA delivery, enhancing precision in targeted therapies through research collaboration and state-of-the-art characterization methods. Drive process opt...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Unlock biological insights by analyzing complex multi-omic datasets, developing bioinformatics pipelines, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary research team. Drive innovative methods while cont...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $100K *

Lead the development of innovative parenteral formulations and processes in a collaborative environment, contributing to the pharmaceutical pipeline by executing experiments, managing projects, and en...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $210K *

Empower cutting-edge fusion technology by leading the design and operation of a Molten Salt Laboratory. Collaborate with diverse teams to advance experimental R&D and transform insights into practical...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$211K - $266K *

Empower a team of Data Scientists by leveraging AI/ML techniques to enhance cybersecurity analytics and data science services, ensuring mission success and promoting knowledge transfer through hands-o...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $165K *

Innovate cutting-edge models for X-ray sources by simulating electron optics and thermal behavior. Lead uncertainty quantification, driving experimentation and design decisions to enhance performance...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$66K - $99K *

Optimize manufacturing processes as part of a dynamic team dedicated to advancing gene therapies. Contribute to robust production while collaborating cross-functionally to overcome challenges and driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $99K *

Accelerate your career as a Manufacturing Sciences Scientist II, ensuring consistent production of innovative gene therapies. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes and support technology transf...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $105K *

Drive impactful marketing initiatives by managing campaigns and cross-functional collaborations to boost brand awareness, generate leads, and ensure timely execution of marketing objectives through st...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $233K *

Collaborate to advance the development of cutting-edge algorithms for minimal residual disease detection in ctDNA samples and enhance therapy selection processes in oncology...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $233K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge algorithms for minimal residual disease detection in oncology, enhancing therapeutic strategies through innovative analytics and robust experimental design w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $87K *

Lead the development and analysis of scanning strategies utilizing pulsed Doppler wind LiDAR to advance tornado-scale science and contribute to groundbreaking research initiatives. Engage in field stu...

3 weeks ago

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

$222K - $258K *

Join a team that champions clinical innovation by leading strategic clinical trials and contributing to groundbreaking research in rare genetic diseases. Drive study design and execution while collabo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $345K *

Empower innovation and leadership as you drive the strategic direction of the SSAE Group, enhancing drug substance and product development while mentoring top talent in a dynamic global environment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Empower scientific research by developing lab automation protocols and optimizing cutting-edge robotics tools to enhance throughput and efficiency, directly contributing to biotechnology advancements...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $147K *

Accelerate in vivo ADC pharmacology strategy through innovative study design, providing critical data to support oncology research and drug development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to driv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of TPU optimization, driving model efficiency and innovation in AI. Leverage your expertise to engineer groundbreaking solutions that enhance large-scale training w...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$171K - $222K *

Innovate impactful AI solutions for advertisers, enhancing global campaign strategies. Collaborate on cutting-edge architectures and develop autonomous systems that effectively respond to advertiser n...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $126K *

Accelerate the hiring process by enhancing candidate experience and building team morale. Own recruitment workflows, schedule interviews, and create engaging events to support a culture focused on exc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Invent cutting-edge CHO cell culture processes to enhance biotherapeutic production, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leading experimental research to optimize workflows and costs in a d...

1 week 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.