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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$62K - $108K *

Join a team that empowers scientific advancements by developing and validating innovative bioanalytical methods, analyzing data, and collaborating on process improvements in a dynamic laboratory envir...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$62K - $108K *

Develop and optimize bioanalytical methods while ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting data analysis, and enhancing lab processes. Collaborate with teams for effective solutions and technical doc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $140K *

Shape the future of protein therapeutic development by leading innovative research initiatives. Collaborate with a dedicated team and leverage your expertise in immunology to create impactful solution...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of social science research through data-driven AI solutions. Collaborate with experts to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making in a dynamic, hybrid w...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Innovate process solutions to enhance manufacturing efficiency and sustainability. Collaborate with a diverse team to tackle complex challenges, driving research projects and translating discoveries i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Grow innovative process solutions by applying your research expertise in polymer synthesis and ion exchange resin technology to enhance product development and manufacturing efficiency, driving signif...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

Optimize product development processes by leading synthesis of organic and organometallic compounds. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance research initiatives and maintain high safety an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$123K - $170K *

Engineer cutting-edge frequency and timing systems, advancing space communications. Collaborate with a diverse team to design, test, and implement innovative atomic clock technologies for NASA mission...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive the development of performance metrics focused on enhancing care quality for the IDD population, while leading a skilled group of research scientists and engaging nume...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform data management by leading a dynamic team to enhance clinical and operational data utilization. Drive projects across divisions, ensuring effective communication and governance for improved...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Accelerate progress at managing complex programs by leveraging your FAR and DoD expertise. Lead contract efforts, coordinate across functions, and ensure adherence to performance and schedule goals to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $155K *

Engage in the development and implementation of analytical methods for APIs, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with project teams while applying advanced techniques and leading...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Contribute to impactful data science initiatives that enhance business outcomes and operational quality by leveraging advanced analytics and AI. Drive strategic ownership and stakeholder collaboration...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Elevate the experience of users by engineering high-performance data integrations, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance AI capabilities, and optimizing solutions across platforms for effective m...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative research in world modelling and AI, collaborating across teams to develop predictive models and enhancing decision-making processes through multimodal data insig...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $152K *

Champion program success by leading acquisition strategies, supporting contract execution, and managing risks for high-stakes DoD projects, ensuring optimal performance and aligning with policy requir...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $88K *

Elevate development processes by generating project information, establishing manufacturing standards, and leading quality control efforts for new immunoassay products from discovery to launch in a GM...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that leads groundbreaking research in trauma care, optimizing therapies, and securing funding. Contribute your expertise while mentoring others and driving innovation to enhance patient ou...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $98K *

Unlock potential by delivering impactful, multi-disciplinary projects while ensuring timely and budget-efficient completion. Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate project lifecycles, risk manageme...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$147K - $210K *

Join a team that tackles real-world AI challenges by deploying innovative research solutions while collaborating with global experts. Shape the future of technology through experiments that impact div...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead pioneering veterinary vaccine R&D programs, driving scientific innovation and regulatory submissions while mentoring a collaborative team of scientists to enhance animal health and immunology...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$196K - $314K *

Empower the future of embedded systems by integrating AI technologies into firmware engineering. Lead initiatives on AI adoption, tool development, and scalable infrastructure while collaborating acro...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $115K *

Elevate scientific measurement capabilities by leading air pollution testing projects, applying EPA methods, ensuring data quality, and mentoring team members while strengthening client relationships...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $105K *

Join our team to lead laboratory-scale experiments for protein purification processes. Shape innovative techniques and collaborate cross-functionally in the development of biologics. Ensure safe, effi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $233K *

Drive the design and implementation of cutting-edge bioinformatics algorithms, optimizing genomic signal analysis software while collaborating with teams to enhance results for researchers and clinici...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week 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.