Scientist Jobs in Maryland

Scientist jobs in Maryland are among the most active in the country, concentrated in federal research, biopharmaceuticals, and public health across the Baltimore-Washington corridor, Rockville, and Bethesda. Major employers with a long-standing presence in the state include the National Institutes of Health, FDA, and Johns Hopkins University, all of which hire scientists at every level from research associate to principal investigator. The most in-demand specialties are immunology, toxicology, and analytical chemistry. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles124+
Top employerGRVTY
Top cityFort Meade, MD
Cities hiring35
Work type43% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Data Scientist
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Data Scientist
Anavation
Fort Meade, Maryland
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Data Science
$90k.09 - $202k.45/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in statistics

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Bioinformatics/Data Scientist
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Bioinformatics/Data Scientist
Axle
Frederick, Maryland
Data Science & Analytics
Data Science
Data Analytics
$105k - $120k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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Mid-Level Data Scientist- Hybrid (DMV Area)
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Mid-Level Data Scientist- Hybrid (DMV Area)
Swingtech Consulting Inc.
Greenbelt, Maryland
Data Analytics
Data Science
Research & Academia
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in statistics

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Converge Signals, FSI - Data Scientist_Products & Platforms
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Deloitte
Baltimore, Maryland
Data Analytics
Data Science
$122k - $241k/yr
Bachelor's degree in statistics
10,000+

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Senior Scientist
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Senior Scientist
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Gaithersburg, Maryland
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
$75k - $95k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Scientist Jobs by City in Maryland

Where Maryland roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Fort Meade
12 jobs
Gaithersburg
12 jobs
Rockville
10 jobs
Annapolis Junction
9 jobs
College Park
8 jobs
Baltimore
7 jobs
Frederick
6 jobs
Laurel
5 jobs

Scientist Job Market in Maryland

A snapshot from current Maryland openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

GRVTY6 open roles
Axle5 open roles
Peraton4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Maryland Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in scientist jobs across Maryland.

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in biology, chemistry, or a closely related scientific discipline
  • Hands-on laboratory experience with techniques relevant to the specific scientific specialty
  • Familiarity with FDA regulatory requirements and Good Laboratory Practice standards
  • Experience using statistical analysis software such as SAS, R, or Python for data interpretation
  • Strong scientific writing skills for protocols, reports, and peer-reviewed publications
  • Ability to obtain or maintain federal security clearance for government or contractor roles

Scientist Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a scientist in Maryland?

Most scientist roles in Maryland require at minimum a bachelor's degree in a relevant natural or applied science, with research-focused positions at federal agencies and academic medical centers typically expecting a master's degree or doctorate. Maryland does not issue a general scientist license, but roles in specific disciplines may require additional credentials, such as board certification in clinical laboratory science through the American Society for Clinical Pathology or compliance with Maryland Department of Health laboratory personnel standards.

Which companies hire scientists in Maryland?

Companies currently hiring scientists in Maryland include GRVTY, Axle, and Peraton, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Maryland's concentration of federal health agencies and biotech firms in the I-270 corridor means demand is especially consistent for research and regulatory science roles.

Which Maryland cities have the most scientist jobs?

Fort Meade, Gaithersburg, and Bethesda account for the most scientist openings in Maryland. Baltimore anchors demand through its academic medical institutions and biotech industry, while Rockville and Bethesda draw heavily from the federal campus of the National Institutes of Health, the FDA's headquarters in Silver Spring, and the dense cluster of life sciences contractors and CROs along the I-270 biotechnology corridor.

Are there remote scientist jobs in Maryland?

Yes, but they're rare. Most scientist roles in Maryland involve bench work, instrumentation, or on-site laboratory compliance, which limits remote eligibility. About 57% of scientist openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to be in data science, regulatory affairs, scientific writing, or bioinformatics rather than wet-lab or fieldwork roles.

How can I get hired as a scientist in Maryland with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for research assistant or laboratory technician roles, which serve as the standard pipeline into full scientist positions at Maryland institutions. The National Institutes of Health runs the Postbaccalaureate Intramural Research Training Award program for recent graduates, and the FDA offers entry-level research positions through its STEM workforce programs. Community college laboratory science programs affiliated with Montgomery College or Baltimore City Community College can also provide the hands-on coursework and credential that give candidates an edge when competing for these positions.

Where can I find and apply to scientist jobs in Maryland?

You can find and apply to scientist jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings across research, regulatory, clinical, and field science roles. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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