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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$251K - $310K *

Tackle cutting-edge research on Multimodal LLMs to enhance 3D perception. Collaborate with teams to integrate AI advancements and design effective evaluation frameworks. Revolutionize autonomous vehic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform your career by building and scaling infrastructure for enterprise AI deployment. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability and security in customer environments, leveraging Kubernetes, c...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Build and operate reliable infrastructure for enterprise AI deployments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless implementation and support in pharmaceutical, biotech, and research...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Empower cutting-edge AI research by owning the ML lifecycle, from experiment to production. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, optimize large-scale pipelines, and establish CI/CD practices to e...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $104K *

Join a dynamic team to lead environmental services, focusing on wetland science, compliance, and NEPA documentation. Engage with clients and agencies while managing multifaceted projects in a collabor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$81K - $104K *

Support a dynamic team with environmental services, leading projects in wetland science, permitting, and compliance, while ensuring quality and mentoring in a collaborative atmosphere. Engage with cli...

2 weeks ago

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

$81K - $104K *

Join a team that leads multifaceted environmental projects, guiding regulatory compliance and permitting efforts while mentoring peers and fostering collaboration across scientific and engineering dis...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $114K *

Lead the charge in ensuring security infrastructure thrives by managing and enhancing safety systems. Collaborate across departments to respond to incidents, conduct risk assessments, and maintain act...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$156K - $387K *

Unlock potential by driving innovation in generative AI and machine learning, focusing on computer vision and natural language processing. Collaborate in a team to create cutting-edge models that enha...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $200K *

Lead the charge in quality engineering, optimizing GD&T for novel designs while ensuring the successful transition from engineering to manufacturing. Collaborate deeply with teams to ensure excellence...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $135K *

Transform project outcomes by leading advanced project controls in utility construction. Oversee cost, schedule, risk management, and reporting while ensuring project performance aligns with strategic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $135K *

Champion the management of large electric transmission projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant completion. Drive performance tracking, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration across mult...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Take ownership of designing and developing end-to-end systems, collaborating with scientists and engineers to build and evaluate models, and creating scalable data pipelines that enhance music experie...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $171K *

Inspire innovation in lipid chemistry by designing and synthesizing novel ionizable lipids for targeted delivery systems. Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams to advance cutting-edge res...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $103K *

Innovate as a Reality Capture Specialist, performing LiDAR scanning, point cloud registration, and BIM modeling. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality project documents a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $180K *

Unlock your potential by developing innovative clinical strategies for phase I-IV studies while managing scientific communications and regulatory filings to advance healthcare solutions...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate your career with a crucial role managing project operations, driving productivity and quality while ensuring alignment with goals. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and maintain high...

4 days ago

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

$123K - $185K *

Join a team that's leading cancer data science innovation by developing cutting-edge computational methods, securing funding, and enhancing collaborative research strategies to improve healthcare outc...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer innovative intelligence systems that enhance workflows, ensuring reliable outputs through structured data representation and decision support. Collaborate with engineering and creative teams t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate decision-making by designing innovative intelligence systems that enhance creative workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex problems into structured, efficient s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $154K *

Shape the future of hydration solutions as a pivotal member of our R&D team, leading innovative product development projects from concept to commercialization. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$244K - $500K+*

Build next-gen world models for Generative AI, driving innovative content creation and enabling real-time user interaction through advanced multimodal data solutions...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by ensuring the compliance and performance of laboratory operations in a dynamic environment, supporting critical processes and fostering collaboration for bioanalytical programs and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with an opportunity to leverage your PhD in life sciences. Collaborate on complex healthcare challenges while developing consulting and analytical skills within a supportive team envi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Shape your future by synthesizing healthcare research into strategic insights. Collaborate with teams to analyze complex data, nurture client relationships, and contribute to impactful projects across...

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  •   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.