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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$85K - $139K *

Transform the future of knowledge management in Weapons Production. Lead initiatives that capture, preserve, and leverage critical technical expertise to foster continuous learning and support the wor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $350K *

Shape the future of supply chain solutions with advanced AI and optimization. Drive impactful results through data science, leadership, and collaboration, delivering scalable models that enhance opera...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $179K *

Lead the charge in transforming vast intelligence data into actionable insights. Join a team dedicated to building AI tools and enhancing national security strategies through advanced analytics and ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Optimize analytical methods for formulation development and product release. Lead cross-functional projects while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate closely with teams to deliv...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$154K - $278K *

Shape the future of cyber operations by architecting cutting-edge AI/ML frameworks that enhance defensive and offensive missions. Mentor a team of experts, overcoming technical challenges with hands-o...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $215K *

Elevate national security by designing reliable warhead subsystems. Collaborate across disciplines, lead technical assessments, and ensure requirements integration throughout the development lifecycle...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$245K - $320K *

Lead the charge in strategic operational management, ensuring alignment with the laboratory’s mission. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop innovative programs and policies that enhance efficiency...

5 days ago

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

$153K - $300K *

Lead the development of state-of-the-art computer vision and multimodal models aimed at improving content recognition on our platform. Engage in optimizing distributed model training, tackling complex...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of Real-World Evidence by providing statistical leadership in the design, analysis, and interpretation of studies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to generate insights that...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $137K *

Grow your career with a leading laboratory team focused on genetic toxicology. Engage in high-impact in vitro studies, collaborate with scientists, and enhance drug safety initiatives while ensuring c...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in developing targeted drug delivery systems to islet beta cells, contributing to cutting-edge research in diabetes. Engage in experimental design, data analysis, and mentoring within...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $247K *

Drive innovation in analytical methodologies for pharmaceuticals, leading cross-functional teams to develop drug products from conception to commercialization while ensuring regulatory compliance and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Lead the charge in developing global CMC regulatory strategies for large molecules in clinical development, ensuring compliance and driving successful product outcomes through expert guidance and coll...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Pioneer global CMC regulatory strategies, leading cross-functional efforts for large molecules in clinical stages ensuring compliance with health authority standards and best practices for product dev...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Inspire global regulatory affairs leadership in CMC for large molecules. Drive innovative strategies, manage compliance, and engage health authorities, ensuring successful product development and life...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Lead the charge in global CMC regulatory strategy for innovative therapies, guiding teams to navigate complex regulations while ensuring compliance and enhancing product development across multiple ma...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $290K *

Shape the future of quantum science by leading innovative research on quantum devices and tackling complex challenges in collaboration with a team of experts. Contribute to groundbreaking projects tha...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$81K - $130K *

Drive multidisciplinary research in cancer epidemiology by bridging faculty, staff, and resources. Participate in grant writing, study approvals, and research management while contributing to mentorsh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of climate research, leading analyses and modeling of greenhouse gas emissions from urban systems and oil production while mentoring emerging scientists and securin...

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

$180K - $210K *

Take ownership of analytical development initiatives, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and high-quality documentation for multiple projects. Collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Transform analytical development in biotherapeutics by harnessing innovative separation technologies and leading method validation efforts for protein characterization. Collaborate within a dynamic te...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Optimize high-performance computing environments for bioinformatics workflows, leading design, operation, and team management to support genomic data analysis. Collaborate across functions to ensure s...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $281K *

Lead the charge in enhancing nuclear safety protocols by developing and managing safety analyses and requirements, collaborating closely with diverse teams to ensure compliance with federal regulation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$53K - $111K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on environmental regulation and radiation safety. Collaborate with stakeholders, evaluate licensing requests, and adapt to evolving federal and state...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$123K *

Advance your career by leading cutting-edge solid state magnetic resonance research. Collaborate with a dynamic team to explore f-element science and enhance materials characterization through innovat...

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.