Mid Level Scientist Jobs
Mid level scientist jobs go to professionals ready to own experiments and projects end to end, interpret results with minimal oversight, and guide junior team members through complex research challenges. Roles are spread across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Technology & Software, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Amazon, TikTok, and Fishbeck hiring at this level now.
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- Manage clients, projects, budgets, and schedules.
- Oversee the development of reports, rare species protective measures, and wetland impact minimization measures.
- Lead and conduct natural features assessments via desktop and field review, threatened and endangered species surveys and permitting, wetland delineation and permitting, ecological monitoring, environmental education, and community outreach activities, and prepare graphics, data, written reports/documentation, presentations, and educational documents.
- Execute flora and fauna surveys.
- Conduct wetland delineations and site assessments, including soil, vegetation, and hydrology characterization.
- Perform threatened and endangered species evaluations, tree surveys, vegetation monitoring, and site characterization.
- Determine and fulfill water resources permitting requirements for local, state, and federal agencies.
- Read and interpret historical maps, GPS data, and aerial photographs.
- Prepare proposals, work plans, and technical reports.
- Manage project budgets and schedules.
- Travel to project sites around the state with occasional overnight stays.
- Assist with other environmental division field services as needed.
- Bachelor of Science in botany, wetland ecology, soil science, natural resource management, or related fields.
- Wetland mitigation and ecological restoration experience desired.
- 5+ years of experience in wetland delineation, water resources permitting, botany, or a similar environmental consulting field.
- Ability to obtain certification as a Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner, Certified Ecologist, Certified Arborist, Professional Wetland Scientist, Professional Wildlife Biologist, or Professional Landscape Architect is strongly desired.
- Working knowledge of wetland delineation techniques and strong field botany skills, including local plant identification.
- Strong technical writing skills and the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Juggle multiple projects and changing priorities without missing deadlines or losing sight of the overall project goals.
- Work independently with little direct supervision, self-motivated with sound professional judgment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products and other common computer programs.
- Able to conduct fieldwork indoors and outdoors, including moderate lifting, carrying, hiking through uneven terrain, driving to project sites, and working in areas where poisonous plants may be present.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Wellness reimbursement and activities
- Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
- Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
- Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
- 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
- And more!
- Manage clients, projects, budgets, and schedules.
- Oversee the development of reports, rare species protective measures, and wetland impact minimization measures.
- Lead and conduct natural features assessments via desktop and field review, threatened and endangered species surveys and permitting, wetland delineation and permitting, ecological monitoring, environmental education, and community outreach activities, and prepare graphics, data, written reports/documentation, presentations, and educational documents.
- Execute flora and fauna surveys.
- Conduct wetland delineations and site assessments, including soil, vegetation, and hydrology characterization.
- Perform threatened and endangered species evaluations, tree surveys, vegetation monitoring, and site characterization.
- Determine and fulfill water resources permitting requirements for local, state, and federal agencies.
- Read and interpret historical maps, GPS data, and aerial photographs.
- Prepare proposals, work plans, and technical reports.
- Manage project budgets and schedules.
- Travel to project sites around the state with occasional overnight stays.
- Assist with other environmental division field services as needed.
- Bachelor of Science in botany, wetland ecology, soil science, natural resource management, or related fields.
- Wetland mitigation and ecological restoration experience desired.
- 5+ years of experience in wetland delineation, water resources permitting, botany, or a similar environmental consulting field.
- Ability to obtain certification as a Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner, Certified Ecologist, Certified Arborist, Professional Wetland Scientist, Professional Wildlife Biologist, or Professional Landscape Architect is strongly desired.
- Working knowledge of wetland delineation techniques and strong field botany skills, including local plant identification.
- Strong technical writing skills and the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Juggle multiple projects and changing priorities without missing deadlines or losing sight of the overall project goals.
- Work independently with little direct supervision, self-motivated with sound professional judgment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products and other common computer programs.
- Able to conduct fieldwork indoors and outdoors, including moderate lifting, carrying, hiking through uneven terrain, driving to project sites, and working in areas where poisonous plants may be present.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Wellness reimbursement and activities
- Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
- Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
- Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
- 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
- And more!
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon26
- TikTok7
- Fishbeck5
- Genentech4
- Washington University in St. Louis4
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software23
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals20
- Consulting & Professional Services17
- Science & Research16
- Healthcare & Medical Services14
Mid Level Scientist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level scientist job?
Position your existing experience around ownership and independent judgment, not just task completion. Highlight experiments or projects you led, decisions you made without close supervision, and any cross-functional collaboration. Tailor your resume to show the depth of your technical skills and the scope of your contributions. Recruiters at this level want evidence you can drive work forward, not just execute someone else's plan.
Which companies hire mid level scientists?
Companies hiring mid level scientists right now include Amazon, TikTok, and Fishbeck, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including pharmaceutical companies, biotech startups, industrial manufacturers, government contractors, and research institutions, all of which need scientists who can operate with real autonomy.
Are there remote mid level scientist jobs?
Yes, though the share varies by specialty. About 24% of mid level scientist openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote roles most common in data-heavy or computational disciplines. Lab-based and field roles typically require on-site presence, so the remote mix depends heavily on whether the work involves physical materials, equipment, or regulated environments.
How do I move up to a mid level scientist role?
Progression from entry level into a mid level scientist role typically comes from building deeper technical expertise in a defined area, taking on increasing ownership of projects over time, and demonstrating measurable impact through your work. Volunteering to lead smaller studies, mentor newer colleagues, and present findings to broader audiences accelerates the transition and signals readiness for the independence mid level roles require.
Which industries hire the most mid level scientists?
Mid Level scientist roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on scientists who can manage ongoing research programs, adapt methods to new problems, and contribute to product development or regulatory work without needing step-by-step direction.