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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$142K - $193K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative algorithms for inventory routing and optimization, driving solutions with advanced machine learning and optimization techniques to transform Amazon's fulfillme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $159K *

Elevate therapeutic innovations by joining a dynamic team dedicated to developing and optimizing cell-based assays for novel biologics, while collaborating across various scientific disciplines in a f...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$136K - $265K *

Lead the charge in advancing broadband analytics through cutting-edge ML and data science techniques to deliver insights that enhance service assurance and subscriber experiences in a vibrant cloud pl...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$207K - $300K *

Lead innovative solutions in machine learning, driving research and engineering to tackle AI safety challenges. Collaborate with experts and deploy solutions that connect theory with practice, enhanci...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $189K *

Lead the development of innovative machine learning pipelines for biomarker discovery in multi-omic datasets, driving technical direction and collaboration across bioinformatics and R&D teams to enhan...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $189K *

Lead the development of machine learning methods and bioinformatics pipelines for biomarker discovery, integrating multi-omic data and ensuring reproducibility on cloud infrastructure. Mentor junior t...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$213K - $263K *

Drive innovation by applying advanced VLMs and generative modeling to enhance world understanding. Collaborate with engineering teams to scale solutions while presenting findings to stakeholders and c...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$213K - $263K *

Explore cutting-edge research in world understanding using VLMs and generative modeling. Drive innovation by prototyping solutions with large-scale data and collaborate with engineering teams to scale...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$213K - $263K *

Explore innovative research solutions in world understanding, utilizing VLMs, generative modeling, and 3D reconstruction. Collaborate across teams to scale implementations and share findings with a br...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$174K - $252K *

Lead innovative research in robotic systems integration, focusing on grasping, navigation, and manipulation techniques within dynamic environments to solve real-world challenges and drive advancements...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$65K - $169K *

Inspire progress in bioassay science, ensuring the potency of biotherapeutics through innovative assay development and cross-functional collaboration, helping enhance patient access to cutting-edge th...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Analyze and optimize healthcare datasets, applying AI/ML techniques to support predictive analytics and develop actionable insights through dashboards and visualizations for impactful decision-making...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your contributions as you support laboratory-based research by leveraging engineering skills, conducting data analyses, and developing innovative protocols under expert guidance in a dynamic t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Empower your career by leading the design and development of bioinformatics pipelines supporting cutting-edge NGS assays. Collaborate closely with scientists and engineers to drive innovations in onco...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $218K *

Transform complex information science challenges through innovative problem-solving and robust algorithm development while mentoring a skilled team and engaging closely with clients to drive success a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $100K *

Pioneer the advancement of biologics through precise experiments and data analysis, driving the R&D group towards successful immuno-therapeutics and contributing significantly to microbial cell line d...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $220K *

Lead a team that drives innovative electrical design for R&D equipment, mastering complex power distribution and safety systems. Collaborate across disciplines to create and implement advanced solutio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $94K *

Champion groundbreaking genomic diagnostics, leading assay development and analysis to enhance animal health and public safety at a respected research institution. Influence research through innovatio...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Support data-driven decision-making by leading advanced analytics initiatives and developing predictive models from complex datasets. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate analytical findings int...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $179K *

Lead the development of innovative drug product processes, enhancing cross-scale models and technology transfers while establishing new capabilities in a dynamic, patient-focused environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $220K *

Optimize artificial intelligence and data analysis capabilities by leading multidisciplinary teams to solve complex technical problems, develop advanced models, and communicate findings to both techni...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $213K *

Lead the charge in oligonucleotide process innovation, driving sustainable manufacturing and technology expansion while mentoring a dynamic team in a collaborative, growth-focused environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$157K - $213K *

Elevate your career by leading a multidisciplinary team to innovate sustainable oligonucleotide manufacturing processes while driving capacity expansion and ensuring technology transfers to GMP facili...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to advancing cancer treatment through innovative radiological physics. Supervise skilled technologists, ensure quality assurance, and maintain cutting-edge equipment acros...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$191K - $303K *

Transform complex national security challenges by architecting and implementing advanced AI solutions, guiding strategic decisions, and advising senior leaders on technologies that enhance mission cap...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.