Welcome to Principal Scientist Jobs

Grasp unique opportunities in the scientific realm by exploring high-paying Principal Scientist jobs that offer annual remuneration of over $100,000. Broaden your professional horizons and get closer to your career goals with our advanced search tools for Principal Scientists.

Why Principal Scientist Jobs?

As a Principal Scientist, you will lead innovation, drive scientific research, and contribute to the growth of the scientific community at large. It is a role that combines leadership, in-depth scientific knowledge, and impactful decision-making.

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We provide comprehensive job listings, insightful articles, growth opportunities, and a diverse range of resources for Principal Scientists looking to make their next career move.

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$130K - $189K *

Lead the charge in crafting production-quality Salesforce solutions and managing release processes. Collaborate with teams to deliver seamless deployments and mentor developers as you define technical...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $220K *

Unlock your potential by managing complex programs, driving schedule accuracy, and acting as the Earned Value Management System expert. Collaborate across teams to enhance project execution and mitiga...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in advancing commercial operations and analytics readiness, integrating insights to support executive decision-making for a successful product launch in a dynamic biotech environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$163K - $224K *

Lead EHS initiatives across the Americas, partnering with site leaders to improve safety compliance and practices, analyzing incident data, and implementing corporate EHS strategies within diverse env...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Champion excellence by leading global sourcing strategies for essential turbine components, fostering supplier partnerships, and ensuring quality delivery while driving cost efficiency and reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$163K - $224K *

Champion impactful change management initiatives, aligning strategies to drive transformation, enhance adoption, and ensure organizational readiness while collaborating with diverse stakeholders and l...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $190K *

Drive strategic partnerships in biopharma to enhance NGS and IHC diagnostics. Lead cross-functional initiatives, aligning scientific strengths with market needs to deliver impactful outcomes in precis...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $200K *

Unlock potential by co-founding a B2B AI venture, driving innovation from inception to market launch with full equity ownership and extensive studio support...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Innovate transformative Education Cloud solutions, guiding higher education stakeholders and ensuring alignment with institutional goals through strategic architecture and comprehensive implementation...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $150K *

Lead a dynamic team to optimize shared cloud infrastructure across Azure and AWS. Drive the evolution of application architecture, ensuring reliability and scalability while collaborating with various...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at a B2B AI startup as a visionary co-founder, leading from concept to execution with meaningful ownership, dedicated resources, and a supportive studio network to bring innovative...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$158K - $205K *

Help us redefine the future of biologics business development by driving new customer relationships and revenue growth in the US West territory, while collaborating cross-functionally and promoting in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $194K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering enterprise leaders with tailored insights and strategic guidance in the software engineering domain. Drive member success and enhance their initiatives by le...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $230K *

Join a cross-functional team to design and implement omnichannel orchestration solutions that enhance customer engagement, leveraging advanced technologies and delivering strategic insights to drive p...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $173K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by leading threat detection and incident response teams. Champion cross-functional collaboration to enhance security operations, ensuring readiness against cyber threats...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming data into strategic narratives, collaborating across departments to enhance decision-making and drive sales growth. This role requires a keen analytical mindset and exc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $160K *

Drive innovation in vendor risk management by developing full-stack solutions to enhance enterprise security. Collaborate across teams to build seamless experiences and shape how businesses manage thi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI solutions by architecting innovative end-to-end systems, mentoring teams, and driving best practices in a collaborative environment focused on enterprise-level delivery and gove...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Lead and transform a cutting-edge micro-fulfillment center, applying innovative automation and advanced technologies to optimize operations, enhance productivity, and elevate customer fulfillment expe...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

Optimize complex Microsoft solutions by leading client engagements, crafting proposals, and designing innovative architectures. Collaborate with technical teams to deliver cutting-edge projects, ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Champion growth and excellence in the environmental services sector through strategic leadership, client engagement, and high-performing team development, ensuring exceptional project delivery while n...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining AI-powered solutions across departments, driving impactful systems from design to deployment. Leverage your deep expertise to lead initiatives creating new products and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Unlock potential by translating complex scientific data into clear, impactful communication. Collaborate across teams to shape strategy and elevate medical communications that enhance patient outcomes...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $115K *

Engage with us to lead client partnerships, driving strategic initiatives and team success. Oversee account management, cultivate client relationships, and leverage digital expertise to deliver impact...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative AI solutions that transform businesses by leveraging advanced technologies and engineering practices, while guiding cross-functional teams to deliver impactful...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the role of a Principal Scientist?question toggle

    A Principal Scientist typically leads scientific research, explores innovative ideas, and guides a team of scientists towards achieving the organization's scientific goals.

  • How much does a Principal Scientist earn on average?question toggle

    The average salary of a Principal Scientist varies depending on the industry and level of experience. However, on Ladders, you can find Principal Scientists jobs that pay over $100,000.

  • What qualifications are required for Principal Scientist jobs?question toggle

    Most Principal Scientist roles require at least a Ph.D. in a relevant scientific field along with several years of research experience. Leadership skills and a proven research track record are typically also essential.

  • Can I find remote Principal Scientist jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes, on Ladders, you can find both remote and in-office high-paying Principal Scientist jobs.