Senior Level Research Scientist Jobs
Senior level research scientist jobs place experienced scientists in charge of research programs, experimental design decisions, and the teams or collaborators executing the work. Openings are concentrated across Technology & Software, Science & Research, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles, and employers like AbbVie, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and Meta hiring at this level now.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Duties will include but are not limited to experimental design, chemical synthesis, data analysis, and interpretation and communication of results of basic and/or translational research.
- Work with CROs on GMP synthesis, API stability, safety margin tests for CVF/RPF, salts screening, and formulation tests necessary for a compound advancement to Phase 1
- Work with CROs to get GLP tox studies done to make the candidate ready for IND filing.
- The Sr. Academic Research Scientist will monitor quality control and recommend new processes or equipment to help improve laboratory operations.
- The Senior Academic Research Scientist will be expected to assist in grant and other funding applications as necessary and appropriate, and will be expected to have significant authorship on publications.
- With the approval of the responsible Emory faculty director, the Senior Academic Research Scientist may serve as the principal investigator on funded (grant) proposals.
- May have supervisory responsibilities. Performs other responsibilities as required.
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- PhD and 10 years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab OR master's degree and 12 years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab OR bachelor's degree and 15 years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab.
- Laboratory experience should be based on area of assignment.
- Internship experience or experience prior to attaining the qualifying degree is not considered eligible work experience for this job classification.
- Experience in the biotech industry
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Additional Details:Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Duties will include but are not limited to experimental design, chemical synthesis, data analysis, and interpretation and communication of results of basic and/or translational research.
- Work with CROs on GMP synthesis, API stability, safety margin tests for CVF/RPF, salts screening, and formulation tests necessary for a compound advancement to Phase 1
- Work with CROs to get GLP tox studies done to make the candidate ready for IND filing.
- The Sr. Academic Research Scientist will monitor quality control and recommend new processes or equipment to help improve laboratory operations.
- The Senior Academic Research Scientist will be expected to assist in grant and other funding applications as necessary and appropriate, and will be expected to have significant authorship on publications.
- With the approval of the responsible Emory faculty director, the Senior Academic Research Scientist may serve as the principal investigator on funded (grant) proposals.
- May have supervisory responsibilities. Performs other responsibilities as required.
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- PhD and 10 years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab OR master's degree and 12 years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab OR bachelor's degree and 15 years of professional level experience in a technical or research lab.
- Laboratory experience should be based on area of assignment.
- Internship experience or experience prior to attaining the qualifying degree is not considered eligible work experience for this job classification.
- Experience in the biotech industry
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Additional Details:Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
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Senior Level Research Scientist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level research scientist job?
Employers hiring at this level look for scientists who have independently led research programs, published or contributed to significant findings, and influenced the direction of a project beyond their own bench work. A strong portfolio of outcomes, evidence of mentoring junior researchers, and the ability to communicate technical work to cross-functional stakeholders all give candidates a measurable edge over others with similar credentials.
Which companies hire senior level research scientists?
Companies hiring senior level research scientists right now include AbbVie, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, and Meta, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large pharmaceutical, biotech, and technology firms as well as research-intensive government contractors and academic medical centers that need scientists capable of owning research outcomes independently.
Are there remote senior level research scientist jobs?
Yes, though availability depends heavily on the discipline and whether the role requires hands-on lab or field work. About 22% of senior level research scientist openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with computational, data science, and policy-focused research roles accounting for the largest share of location-flexible positions at this level.
What makes a research scientist role senior level?
Senior level research scientist roles are defined by ownership and scope. Rather than executing tasks within someone else's research plan, senior scientists set the direction of studies, make critical methodology decisions, and are accountable for the results. They typically mentor early-career researchers, collaborate across departments or institutions, and are expected to contribute to grant writing, publications, or product development pipelines.
Which industries hire the most senior level research scientists?
Senior Level research scientist roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Science & Research, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring at this level because they operate continuous research and development programs that require scientists with the experience to lead complex, multi-phase investigations with real commercial or scientific stakes.