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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$154K - $180K *

Champion customer success by serving as a key technical liaison, expertly guiding clients through Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) solutions while collaborating closely with sales and internal teams t...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative research in Reaction Engineering, developing experimental and computational tools to solve complex chemical challenges. Drive collaboration across teams, leveraging expertise to su...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Innovate at the forefront of chemical research and engineering, where you'll leverage experimental and computational techniques to address complex challenges in Reaction Engineering, driving advanceme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $193K *

Advance the future of AI by developing and optimizing cutting-edge multi-agent systems and machine learning models while collaborating with cross-functional teams and driving innovative GenAI applicat...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to high-throughput proteomics by developing automated workflows, collaborating to enhance sample prep and mass spectrometry processes, while driving data generation for critical pipeline de...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of dental innovation by collaborating with a dynamic R&D team to develop groundbreaking materials and devices that enhance patient care and industry standards while driving projects f...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$174K - $252K *

Champion cutting-edge AI research and development, contributing to transformative technologies while collaborating with global experts to enhance machine learning and generative AI applications across...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $144K *

Unlock the potential of AI and machine learning to enhance global scientific discovery. Design and implement advanced solutions that connect and optimize research outcomes across disciplines, playing...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cancer biology by analyzing multi-omic tumor data. Collaborate with a dynamic team to establish rigorous benchmarks and contribute to innovative solutions for r...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $180K *

Champion breakthrough cancer research by transforming data into actionable insights. Collaborate across domains to evaluate agents’ proficiency in cancer biology, refining methodologies that bridge ba...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $121K *

Engage in cutting-edge research by designing and synthesizing innovative battery electrolyte materials, conducting experiments, and analyzing results in a collaborative lab environment...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $138K *

Transform drug product development by designing and executing innovative formulations for lentiviral vector programs, ensuring robust processes and regulatory compliance, while collaborating cross-fun...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $124K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of oligonucleotide research, utilizing automated synthesis and analytical techniques. Collaborate within a dynamic team to develop and optimize innovative therapie...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of bioprocess innovation, driving the development and optimization of robust upstream processes for toxin manufacturing. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $147K *

Drive the development, validation, and implementation of bioanalytical methods for anti-drug antibodies in studies. Collaborate across teams and manage assay challenges while adhering to regulatory st...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in building our Data Science practice, enhancing analytics capabilities across multiple stakeholders while developing robust, production-level analytics products to derive meaningful i...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Pioneer new technical solutions, ensuring interoperability of USMC intelligence systems through extensive experience and expert knowledge of C4ISR programs and systems engineering principles...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovative safety assessment strategies throughout drug development, leveraging AI-first methodologies to enhance toxicology outcomes. Collaborate across disciplines to optimize drug discovery f...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of data science and AI by leading innovative projects, developing advanced machine learning solutions, and guiding enterprise strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive impac...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $165K *

Elevate employee productivity through dynamic IT support and lab services. Lead service delivery, platform administration, and user onboarding in a fast-paced biotech environment, ensuring seamless op...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Grow innovative food products by developing creative sweet applications while leveraging expertise in flavors, ingredients, and product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve cu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at our Cell Line Development team by contributing innovative techniques in cell line banking, engineering, and assays, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance re...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$157K - $213K *

Transform bioconjugate manufacturing by leading innovative processes and multidisciplinary teams. Drive scientific excellence and mentor future leaders in the pursuit of sustainable and effective drug...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $252K *

Engage in innovative research and development, leading a team to solve complex information science challenges through advanced algorithms and high-performance software solutions...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $150K *

Partner with us to drive innovative biologics discovery in oncology through antibody engineering, structural biology, and AI-enabled design, advancing novel therapeutics for improved patient outcomes...

Reposted 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.