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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$82K - $105K *

Unlock your potential by designing and building ETL/ELT data pipelines to drive analytics and data engineering solutions in a vital national defense context. Collaborate with teams to enhance data qua...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Help us redefine drug discovery by designing novel bifunctional molecules and optimizing therapeutic strategies with a dynamic team dedicated to patient-centered innovations in medicinal chemistry...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $282K *

Drive mission success by leveraging data science expertise to enhance intelligence processes, automate workflows, and support national security objectives through strategic collaboration and advanced...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $158K *

Shape the development of innovative R&D software to tackle national security challenges. Collaborate across disciplines to create user-friendly applications in power systems, AI, and optimization, enh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$157K - $213K *

Lead the charge in drug product process development, ensuring successful commercialization through innovative lifecycle management and cross-functional collaboration across various modalities...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $230K *

Transform healthcare by creating AI solutions that enhance patient outcomes and empower physicians with innovative technology. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive optimization and tackle...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Advance groundbreaking research in aging biology with a focus on genetics, biomarkers, and translational strategies to enhance the quality of life for older adults. Collaborate with a leading expert t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $110K *

Develop and optimize in vitro assays for evaluating innovative drug candidates while collaborating closely with team members to advance research initiatives and communicate findings effectively...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to evaluating drug candidates using cutting-edge in vitro techniques. Contribute to preclinical and clinical projects, develop cell-based assays, and collaborate with rese...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Advance analytical strategies and methodologies in GC-MS for fragrance discovery. Collaborate across teams enforcing scientific rigor while mentoring junior scientists, all within a dynamic and autono...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Engineer innovative data solutions and support research teams with cutting-edge computational biology practices. Collaborate, analyze, and drive advancements in single-cell and multi-omics datasets fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading lyophilization production, providing technical support, and driving process improvements. Ensure compliance with regulations while training staff and overseeing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $150K *

Lead the charge in innovative computational solutions that enhance research productivity through collaborations in bioinformatics, machine learning, and data analytics, supporting breakthroughs in bio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $146K *

Contribute to cutting-edge research on poliovirus and SARS-CoV-2, leading projects in viral mechanisms, host interactions, and vaccine development while mentoring lab members and managing laboratory o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$71K - $98K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of data analytics, transforming technical challenges into insights. Utilize your expertise in machine learning and advanced analytical methods to drive impactful s...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI by engineering robust systems for environment simulation, enabling the training of autonomous agents in complex settings. Join a dynamic founding team focused on tackling challe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Lead lab management initiatives to ensure compliance and quality control in food safety, driving efficiency and effectiveness in testing processes and team collaboration for operational excellence...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $245K *

Lead the charge in advancing clinical science initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams, contributing medical expertise, and driving the execution of innovative clinical trials from dis...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $306K *

Lead and inspire a data science team to deliver innovative AI solutions, manage client engagements, and develop strategies that drive measurable business outcomes across diverse use cases, all while g...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $306K *

Lead and innovate in AI and data science initiatives, overseeing a skilled team to deliver impactful solutions, manage client engagements, and drive technical strategy, all while fostering professiona...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $306K *

Shape the future of AI as a Data Science Manager, leading a team to deliver innovative solutions. Drive client engagement strategies, enhance AI/ML models, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration f...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $306K *

Join a team that’s transforming AI strategies by leading data science initiatives, managing diverse projects, and mentoring talent to achieve impactful solutions and measurable outcomes in rapidly evo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $306K *

Transform the AI landscape by leading a skilled team, defining project strategies, and implementing advanced AI solutions that deliver impactful business outcomes across diverse client engagements...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $306K *

Engage in leading a data science team to design innovative AI solutions, drive technical strategies, and oversee project delivery to meet client needs while mentoring junior staff and fostering an int...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $306K *

Join a team that shapes the future of AI solutions, leading diverse projects and guiding top talent to drive innovative outcomes through advanced data science techniques and strategic client engagemen...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.