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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$126K - $181K *

Lead scientific initiatives in CAR-T therapy development while conducting in vitro and in vivo experiments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive strategic planning, analyze data, and cont...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by developing and optimizing analytical methods for small molecule drug products, directly impacting clinical R&D and regulatory compliance in a dynamic, collaborative environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by joining a cutting-edge team to design and optimize data pipelines and infrastructure that enable advanced ML workflows for complex scientific data interpretation and environme...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $171K *

Join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team to advance RNA-based therapies, driving innovation through oligonucleotide synthesis and analytical collaboration while supporting the development of groundbreak...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead a small team in Analytical R&D to establish and execute Process Analytical Technology (PAT) strategies. Drive multidisciplinary efforts to support drug substance and product development, ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $202K *

Unlock potential by developing key tooling to evaluate robotic policies in simulation and real environments. Collaborate closely with a high-impact engineering team, enhancing iteration speed and reli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$75K - $100K *

Grow your career with a transformative role in precision oncology, leveraging vast genomic databases and collaborating with experts to advance cancer research and improve patient outcomes through inno...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $100K *

Inspire precision oncology advancements by leveraging vast genomic data resources. As a postdoctoral fellow, you’ll study cancer research, collaborate with experts, and create impactful research proje...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $100K *

Join a collaborative team leveraging vast genomic data to advance precision oncology research. Utilize cutting-edge computational methods to enhance patient outcomes through innovative studies bridgin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leveraging vast genomic databases to advance precision oncology research. Collaborate with experts to analyze patient data and tackle complex challenges in cancer treatment for imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$167K - $209K *

Champion the development of ML pipelines and data infrastructure, contributing to innovative bioinformatics models. Collaborate closely with AI scientists and lead decisions on technical stack enhance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join our team and lead in environmental consulting as you mentor staff, manage key projects, and develop client relationships while ensuring regulatory compliance and quality outcomes for business gro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by supporting diverse environmental projects tackling geology, biology, and compliance. Collaborate with seasoned professionals to lead fieldwork and drive successful outcomes for...

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

$81K - $106K *

Drive excellence in cultural resources compliance by leading strategic projects, mentoring teams, and ensuring quality assurance across diverse archaeological initiatives while enhancing business grow...

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1 week ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to provide scientific writing and editing support for FDA CBER. Contribute to post-market documents, ensure compliance, and engage with stakeholders to enhance quality and efficiency i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$161K - $211K *

Grow your career with us by leveraging your data science expertise to enhance cybersecurity. You'll analyze complex data systems and develop innovative AI/ML models that protect our nation's security...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $214K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Scientist, spearheading Big Data initiatives, employing advanced machine learning and data analytics, while collaborating across diverse domains to derive insights and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$161K - $211K *

Engineer high-end analytics solutions by leveraging data science and Python expertise to enhance cybersecurity while collaborating with a skilled team focused on national security improvements...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $105K *

Elevate manufacturing science by serving as a technical expert in single-use consumable materials. Collaborate with suppliers and regulatory teams to ensure compliance and optimize raw material contro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $175K *

Innovate within R&D to develop and commercialize new VMS products. Collaborate across teams, lead improvement projects, and mentor junior staff while driving product quality and compliance in a dynami...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$131K - $194K *

Unlock the potential of data by leading advanced analytics projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design algorithms, refine data models, and drive insights from Big Data. Your expertise...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Develop and innovate laboratory operations by supervising teams, managing resources, and implementing process improvements. Engage in strategic planning to enhance productivity and compliance while en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $168K *

Take ownership of innovative allogeneic T-cell therapy development, driving clinical manufacturing processes for CAR-T and TCR-T products while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$230K - $300K *

Transform early-stage drug discovery by leading target identification and validation across multiple therapeutic areas, ensuring data-driven prioritization for interventions in cardio-renal-metabolic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Engage in groundbreaking lab experiments to advance scalable LNP-encapsulated nucleic acids formulations. Collaborate in a dynamic team, applying your expertise in RNA therapeutics while ensuring adhe...

3 weeks ago

  •   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.