Scientist Jobs

Scientist jobs are open across pharmaceutical, biotech, environmental, government, and academic sectors, from entry-level research associate to principal and staff scientist, with common specializations in life sciences, materials science, and environmental science. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles3,798+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerMeta
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type50% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Data Scientist 2
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Data Scientist 2
United Launch Alliance (ULA)
Centennial, Colorado
Customer Service
Customer Success
Technical Program Management
$93k - $155k/yr
Bachelor's degree in statistics
1,001-5,000

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Senior/Staff Credit Data Scientist
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Senior/Staff Credit Data Scientist
Splash Financial
Chicago, Illinois
Business Analyst
Business Operations
Finance
$143k - $220k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in statistics
51-200

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Associate Scientist - SSRL HAXPES Beamline
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Associate Scientist - SSRL HAXPES Beamline
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory
Menlo Park, California
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Laboratory Research
Doctoral degree in physics
1,001-5,000

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OPS F&W Biological Scientist III - Ecological Data Specialist
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OPS F&W Biological Scientist III - Ecological Data Specialist
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Saint Petersburg, Florida
Biotech & Life Sciences
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in biological science
1,001-5,000

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Research Scientist III - Computational Chemistry Facilities Manager
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Research Scientist III - Computational Chemistry Facilities Manager
University of North Texas
Denton, Texas
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
Doctoral degree in chemistry
5,001-10,000

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Scientist Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Meta152
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific103
  • Amazon80
  • MilliporeSigma53
  • Quest Diagnostics49

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services49
  • Education38
  • Technology & Software38
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals34
  • Consulting & Professional Services34

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in scientist jobs.

  • Bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in a relevant scientific discipline
  • Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation and standard research protocols
  • Proficiency in data analysis software such as R, Python, MATLAB, or equivalent tools
  • Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices and regulatory documentation standards
  • Ability to design experiments, interpret results, and communicate findings in written reports
  • Experience with peer-reviewed literature review and scientific writing or publication

Tips for Your Scientist Job Search

Tailor your resume to the methods

Hiring managers in science scan for specific techniques before reading anything else. List your laboratory methods, instruments, and software, HPLC, PCR, MATLAB, R, in a dedicated skills section so they appear immediately without requiring the reader to dig through your experience.

Quantify your research contributions clearly

Vague phrases like 'assisted with experiments' don't differentiate you. Replace them with outcomes: sample throughput you increased, assay sensitivity you improved, or datasets you analyzed. Numbers that show scale or improvement land far better than descriptions of duties.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists scientist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter by the specific scientific discipline

A posting titled 'scientist' can mean formulation chemist, wildlife biologist, or data scientist. Narrow your search by adding your discipline, analytical, computational, environmental, to avoid wasting applications on roles built around entirely different skill sets than yours.

Prepare a methods-focused interview presentation

Many scientist interviews include a research talk or whiteboard session where you walk through a project. Practice explaining your experimental design choices, not just your results. Panels want to see how you think, not only what you produced.

Negotiate offer details beyond base pay

Lab positions often come with negotiable non-salary terms: publication rights, conference travel budgets, equipment access, and start dates aligned with project cycles. Raise these after you have a written offer and before you accept, when your leverage is highest.

Scientist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most scientists?

The companies hiring the most scientists right now include Meta, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Amazon, with the largest share of openings in California, Massachusetts, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest in pharmaceutical, biotech, and environmental consulting sectors.

How many scientist jobs are remote?

About 50% of scientist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though this varies significantly by discipline. Computational, bioinformatics, and data science roles carry the highest share of remote work, while wet-lab and field-based positions are almost always on-site or location-specific.

How do you become a scientist?

Most scientist roles require at minimum a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as biology, chemistry, physics, or environmental science, with laboratory coursework and hands-on research experience. Moving into independent research or senior roles typically requires a master's degree or PhD. Build your credentials through internships, undergraduate research programs, graduate teaching assistantships, or postdoctoral appointments, and document every technique and instrument you work with along the way.

Can you get hired as a scientist with little experience?

Entry-level scientist and research associate positions are specifically designed for candidates with limited professional experience. Employers focus on your academic research projects, lab coursework, internships, and any co-op work. Highlight the specific methods you've used, even in a class or volunteer research context, and apply to roles that list a bachelor's degree as the minimum rather than requiring several years in industry.

What does the scientist interview process look like?

Most scientist interviews begin with a recruiter or HR screening call focused on your background and the role's requirements. This is followed by one or more technical interviews with the hiring team, which often include a research presentation, a whiteboard problem, or a discussion of how you'd approach a specific experimental challenge. Final rounds typically involve meeting senior scientists or a panel, and may include a facility tour at lab-based employers.

Where can I find and apply to scientist jobs?

You can find and apply to scientist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your discipline and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the posting page.

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