Senior Level Chief Science Officer Jobs

Senior level chief science officer jobs place seasoned scientific leaders at the center of research strategy, innovation roadmaps, and the cross-functional teams that translate science into outcomes. Openings are concentrated in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions available, and employers like Jobot, Sound Physicians, and Sutter Health hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles148+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerJobot
Top cityEmeryville, CA
Work type69% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Chief Executive Officer – Chanticleer Athletic Foundation
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Chief Executive Officer – Chanticleer Athletic Foundation
COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
Conway, South Carolina
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

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Chief Operating Officer, RPA
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Chief Operating Officer, RPA
Gallagher
Rolling Meadows, Illinois
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project & Program Management
$173k - $338k/yr
10,000+

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Chief Application Developer - Frontend Architecture
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Chief Application Developer - Frontend Architecture
ADP
Florham Park, New Jersey
Full-stack Engineering
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
$142k - $350k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Chief Growth Officer
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Chief Growth Officer
Truly Free
Williamsburg, Michigan
Marketing
Partnerships & Business Development
Growth Marketing
Business Development
Performance Marketing
Remote (US)
None

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Assoc Professor; Division Chief Pediatric Pulmonology
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Assoc Professor; Division Chief Pediatric Pulmonology
University of South Florida
Tampa, Florida
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Teaching & Instruction
Research & Academia
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Senior Level Chief Science Officer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Jobot5 open roles
Sound Physicians5 open roles
Sutter Health4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services34
  • Education19
  • Technology & Software18
  • Construction & Real Estate9
  • Insurance7

Senior Level Chief Science Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level chief science officer job?

Candidates who land senior level chief science officer roles typically bring a strong record of leading large-scale research programs, translating scientific vision into organizational strategy, and mentoring teams of scientists and engineers. A doctoral degree in a relevant field is common, but what distinguishes candidates at this stage is demonstrated ability to drive innovation, secure funding or partnerships, and align R&D priorities with business goals.

Which companies hire senior level chief science officers?

Companies hiring senior level chief science officers right now include Jobot, Sound Physicians, and Sutter Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level typically comes from large enterprises, well-funded biotech and pharmaceutical firms, research-intensive technology companies, and government-adjacent organizations with active R&D divisions.

Are there remote senior level chief science officer jobs?

Yes, though many roles at this level involve meaningful on-site or executive presence expectations. About 31% of senior level chief science officer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting demand from organizations comfortable with distributed scientific leadership, particularly in technology, consulting, and certain life sciences sectors.

What makes a chief science officer role senior level?

Senior level chief science officer roles are defined by enterprise-wide scope, ownership of the organization's scientific direction, and accountability for research outcomes rather than individual contributions. These positions involve setting multi-year R&D strategy, managing and developing large teams of scientists, influencing executive decision-making, and representing the organization's scientific credibility to external partners, boards, and stakeholders.

Which industries hire the most senior level chief science officers?

Senior Level chief science officer roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they depend on sustained scientific investment, regulatory expertise, or competitive differentiation through proprietary research and innovation.