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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$140K - $228K *

Unlock potential by leading research on advanced mathematical models and statistical analyses to develop innovative data-driven solutions for national security challenges. Collaborate with interdiscip...

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

$139K - $180K *

Advance innovative algorithms for airborne optical systems, enhancing target detection via signal processing. Collaborate with leadership and produce solutions that align with critical national securi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Transform clinical genetics through effective review of clinical notes and patient histories. Collaborate remotely with a dynamic team to convert phenotypes into Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO) termino...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $119K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to conduct hands-on testing and analysis of drug delivery devices, ensuring high-quality data and compliance while driving safety and process improvements in laboratory...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$143K - $177K *

Transform healthcare by conducting critical lab tests and analyses to support disease diagnosis and patient treatment. Ensure quality control, train staff, and maintain lab equipment while collaborati...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $151K *

Lead the charge in innovating bioactive compound design and synthesis utilizing advanced techniques. Collaborate with chemists to optimize processes and communicate findings, driving successful projec...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$163K - $281K *

Grow our in vitro pharmacology capabilities by evaluating biopharma assays and optimizing drug discovery methods. Collaborate across teams to design strategies that accelerate molecule development and...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $257K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of peptide synthesis, driving innovative solutions and sustainability in drug development from bench-level research to commercial production, ensuring safe and ef...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$163K - $281K *

Take ownership of in vitro pharmacology initiatives, leveraging your extensive expertise in drug discovery while collaborating across modalities to evaluate and enhance therapeutic partnerships and le...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$163K - $281K *

Join a dynamic team as an in vitro pharmacologist, leveraging your expertise in molecular and cellular biology to drive drug discovery. Collaborate across disciplines to assess biotech partnerships an...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$163K - $281K *

Lead the charge in innovative drug discovery, assessing biotech partnerships and in vitro pharmacology models to optimize hit selection and candidate progression across multiple therapeutic modalities...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by developing cutting-edge AI and ML solutions. Drive innovation through complex data systems, optimize existing models, and present impactful research to leadership in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock innovative AI solutions as part of a dynamic team, developing advanced algorithms and data systems. Influence decision-making through cutting-edge research and model enhancements, all while foc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $135K *

Partner with us to advance agricultural innovation as you lead product development, executing experiments and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize high-performing seed and trait solut...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$111K - $135K *

Transform drug development through innovative preclinical imaging, integrating scientific insights to inform decision-making across multiple disease areas while collaborating with multidisciplinary te...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Advance the future of pet food innovation by developing cutting-edge palatant products from concept to market launch, collaborating across teams to drive technology scale-up and business growth...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $120K *

Partner with Medical Directors to ensure data integrity and scientific rigor in clinical trials. Manage medical reviews, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and support project milestones while a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$71K - $187K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative biological assays and analysis. Collaborate with a team to evaluate therapeutic candidates and provide preclinical evidence for clinical testing in a supportiv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $234K *

Join a team that's advancing RNA therapeutics by leveraging computational biology. Collaborate with scientists to integrate complex data, develop pipelines, and enhance bioinformatics solutions within...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $147K *

Join a team that's redefining laboratory automation through innovative design and integrated systems engineering. Drive impactful projects from concept to implementation, enhancing throughput and reli...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $204K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient safety through advanced biomedical engineering. Drive the maintenance, installation, and innovation of complex medical systems while collaborating wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $211K *

Engage in the development and management of an All-Hazards Emergency Management program, utilizing analytical skills to streamline processes and enhance emergency preparedness and response for complex...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Champion advanced sterile manufacturing processes, driving optimization and compliance in liquid and lyophilized parenteral operations while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance performance and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Help us enhance neuroscience research through effective data management, implementing best practices and tools across molecular, cognitive, and computational domains to ensure open science and optimiz...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $220K *

Elevate your career by leading a team in advanced drug discovery, integrating cutting-edge data to nominate promising oncology targets. Foster innovation while mentoring talent, and collaborate across...

1 week 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.