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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$96K - $126K *

Join a team that's investigating molecular pathways underlying cardiovascular disease using cutting-edge iPSC models. Design experiments, analyze data, and collaborate with researchers to drive transl...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $141K *

Drive sales success in the life sciences by generating leads, delivering demos, and maintaining customer relationships. Collaborate with teams to exceed forecasts and support product inquiries across...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $141K *

Advance your career by driving sales in life sciences through lead generation, demos, and strong customer relationships. Collaborate to enhance product knowledge and meet sales forecasts while providi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $120K *

Empower data-driven decisions by designing innovative models and pipelines that shape political research. Collaborate across analytics, engineering, and strategy, delivering insights that influence vo...

2 weeks ago

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

$64K - $125K *

Collaborate to provide project controls support, developing and maintaining schedules and costs, while supervising projects and facilitating effective communication across teams, enhancing project suc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$123K - $166K *

Innovate in oncology research by driving target discovery and advancing therapeutic strategies. Collaborate with a dynamic team to generate impactful data and support pipeline projects, creating meani...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $171K *

Bring your expertise to our innovative engineering team, facilitating the transfer of chemical processes to ensure successful clinical manufacturing, while collaborating across functions to elevate pr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $171K *

Join a team that's reshaping clinical manufacturing by translating process knowledge into operational excellence, collaborating across functions to drive innovation for various modalities and ensuring...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $190K *

Optimize engineering processes by leading tooling and automation solutions for consumables development in a collaborative R&D environment, driving innovation from concept to manufacturing readiness...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $190K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative tooling and automation solutions that empower rapid product development in a collaborative R&D environment, ensuring scalable design and manufacturing read...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead bioconjugation initiatives, enhancing R&D and process development through advanced techniques. Oversee project execution, mentor teams, and engage with clients, ensuring optimal delivery and inno...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $180K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team at the intersection of bioinformatics and artificial intelligence, driving advancements in proteomics through cutting-edge genomic data analysis and innovati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative medical nutrition solutions. Utilize your food science expertise to create and optimize formulations, ensuring compliance and collaboration across...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $95K *

Contribute to pioneering cement chemistry advancements, enhancing material innovation and project solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality outcomes for diverse const...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$157K - $183K *

Join a dynamic team to lead process systems engineering for biologics manufacturing, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate across functions to optimize operations and support new installatio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $265K *

Create and refine AI environments to enhance model capabilities across diverse industries, combining research and engineering to drive product excellence and scalability in real-world applications...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in complex environmental remediation projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams and advising clients on regulatory and risk considerations to develop sustainable solutions for contamina...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $106K *

Lead the charge in complex laboratory testing and team supervision, overseeing workflow, training, and departmental improvements to ensure high-quality patient care and efficient operations. Collabora...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Pioneer laboratory excellence by managing analytical operations, enhancing quality, and driving R&D for multilayer polymer films and coatings. Collaborate cross-functionally to refine testing, improve...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $125K *

Support our clinical research efforts by managing study protocols, guiding team activities, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with sponsors and sites to drive successful p...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $295K *

Empower a dynamic team as a leader in applied mathematics and plasma physics, driving innovative research, enhancing collaboration, and mentoring talent while managing group operations and strategic i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by developing and maintaining advanced laboratory automation solutions. You will support complex workflows, lead projects, and ensure optimal performance of automation systems within...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$189K - $240K *

Engage in complex pyrochemical operations management, overseeing projects, resources, and personnel to meet strategic objectives in a highly regulated environment while fostering team performance and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$189K - $240K *

Champion pyrochemical operations by leading project management and team performance. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and optimize processing capabilities within a complex nuclear environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $250K *

Advance your career by building AI environments and enhancing data quality in a dynamic early-stage company. Collaborate with a dedicated team while driving the future of frontier AI development...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.