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Scientists conduct research and experimentation across disciplines including biology, chemistry, physics, and computational fields to advance knowledge and develop new products or technologies. Their work typically involves designing experiments, analyzing data, troubleshooting technical challenges, and collaborating with teams to move discoveries from concept through development stages. The role requires strong analytical skills, domain expertise, and often advanced education; it suits detail-oriented individuals driven by technical problem-solving and scientific inquiry who can work both independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.

How much does a Scientist make?

Too few Scientist postings state pay to publish a median yet: 6 of 8 open roles do, and we wait for 25.

Who is hiring for Scientist roles?

8 open Scientist roles from 6 employers; the most at Bristol Myers Squibb, Moderna and A-dec.

From employers’ own postings, as of.

Scientist in the job market

Last checked October 28, 2026

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Open Scientist roles (8)

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Scientist

Bristol Myers Squibb

New Brunswick, NJ

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Merck

Senior Principal Scientist, Pharmacokinetics

Merck

Full-time · South San Francisco, CA · $194,100 – $305,600

This role leads drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK) strategy for an established pharma company's conjugate and novel modality programs, requiring someone with 12+ years of deep expertise in translational pharmacology and the ability to manage scientific teams across discovery and development.

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Beckman Coulter

Staff Scientist

Beckman Coulter

Full-time · Boulder, CO · $120,000 – $140,000

This role develops next-generation sequencing assays and provides scientific expertise for genomics products at a biotechnology company. It suits experienced scientists comfortable bridging wet-lab experimental work with bioinformatics analysis and presenting findings to both internal teams and external audiences.

Listed on Beckman Coulter’s careers site · Apply there ↗

Scientist, Principal

A-dec

Newberg, OR

A-dec seeks a Principal Scientist to lead research and innovation across physics, chemistry, materials, and related fields, translating emerging technologies into commercially viable products and business opportunities. This role is ideal for a seasoned scientist or engineer with at least 15–20 years of experience who thrives balancing hands-on technical work with strategic influence and is comfortable bridging the gap between lab discovery and business strategy.

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Moderna

Principal Scientist, Protein Design

Moderna

Full-time · $142,500 – $256,500

Lead the design and execution of high-throughput mammalian cell-surface screening campaigns to optimize viral and bacterial antigens for mRNA vaccines, partnering with computational protein design teams to drive candidates from discovery to the clinic. This role suits a scientist with deep expertise in in vitro selection and directed evolution who is ready to own a core discovery capability and mentor junior researchers.

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AI/ML Scientist, Planetary Science

Relativity Space

Full-time · Long Beach, CA · $115,000 – $173,000

This role applies machine learning to unlock discoveries from Mars missions, focusing on atmospheric modeling, multi-modal data fusion, and autonomous science decision-making on spacecraft. It suits researchers who want to bridge cutting-edge AI methods with planetary science problems in a lean, high-ownership environment.

Listed on Relativity Space’s careers site · Apply there ↗

Bristol Myers Squibb

Senior Principal Scientist, Cancer Immunology, Discovery Biology, Oncology Thematic Research Center

Bristol Myers Squibb

Full-time · Seattle, WA · $174,020 – $210,872

This role leads cancer immunology and T cell engager discovery programs at a major pharmaceutical company's research center, suitable for experienced scientists who want to drive oncology therapeutics from concept to clinical trials while mentoring junior researchers.

Listed on Bristol Myers Squibb’s careers site · Apply there ↗

Moderna

Principal Scientist, Antibody Discovery and Engineering

Moderna

Full-time · $142,500 – $256,500

This role leads discovery and engineering of antibody therapeutics across oncology and autoimmune programs, spanning target strategy through lead nomination. It suits a scientist with deep expertise in antibody biology, display technologies, and immunization-based discovery who can independently drive programs while collaborating across functional teams.

Listed on Moderna’s careers site · Apply there ↗

Employers hiring Scientists

6 in total, most open roles first.

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