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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$204K - $348K *

Engage in innovative software design and development to enhance data platforms, ensuring scalable and high-performance solutions for scientific applications in a fast-paced, collaborative environment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Engineer innovative solutions for medical devices and combination products, leading development efforts from lab testing to regulatory submissions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Empower innovation by joining our fast-paced research team as you design and implement cutting-edge computational methodologies, enhancing clinical trial success and patient outcomes through cross-fun...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Engage in the integration of Dotmatics into the Siemens ecosystem, leading technical initiatives and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure seamless execution and compliance across complex systems...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $143K *

Drive analytical control strategies to optimize large-scale processes for plasmid DNA, cell-free DNA, and enzymes. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance testing efficiency and support regulatory s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Drive product innovation and technology transfer within chocolate R&D, collaborating with cross-functional teams to execute projects and enhance processes for the European market, ensuring quality and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$116K - $187K *

Lead the charge in expanding our Contamination Assessment and Remediation practice. Drive project success, mentor teams, and ensure delivery excellence across various environmental projects in the Pac...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Join us to lead bioanalytical strategy in small-molecule discovery, ensuring unparalleled support in preclinical and regulatory development by collaborating across teams and leveraging advanced analyt...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $114K *

Champion innovative functional genomic technologies to drive scientific discovery by executing high-throughput mammalian genome, transcriptome, and epigenome interrogation with exceptional attention t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$183K - $248K *

Accelerate robotics innovation by developing advanced machine learning algorithms for motor control systems, focusing on intelligent strategies that ensure safe and effective robotic interactions in d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of biotechnology by leading a multidisciplinary team in protein sciences and analytical technologies, driving innovation and operational excellence to enhance trait discovery and deve...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$183K - $248K *

Develop innovative evaluation frameworks and data protocols for robotic systems, focusing on real-world task measurement. Lead projects, collaborate with teams, and mentor others to enhance robot beha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $95K *

Advance your career by designing and executing innovative scientific experiments that drive project success while ensuring compliance and data integrity within a collaborative team environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

Lead environmental compliance projects while mentoring team members and engaging clients. Manage project tasks, ensure regulatory adherence, and foster collaboration across diverse teams in dynamic se...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Empower your career by leading environmental compliance projects while mentoring a diverse team. Engage with clients, manage project tasks, and deliver innovative solutions for renewable energy and ut...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $210K *

Champion method transfer and validation for cell therapy, ensuring compliance across Quality Control and Development teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to advance bioanalytical processes while lead...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $115K *

Lead the charge in providing environmental compliance on diverse projects. Manage multi-disciplinary teams, engage clients, and balance priorities while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$144K - $210K *

Elevate your career by joining a team that builds innovative software for automated scientific analysis. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop cutting-edge tools, enhancing the future o...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $146K *

Transform downstream processing by leading pre-clinical to early-stage development activities. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product quality and facilitate regulatory submissions while dri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$178K - $194K *

Engineer advanced data insights in biological research as a Senior Data Scientist, leveraging statistics, machine learning, and bioinformatics to drive innovations in drug discovery and development, c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $186K *

Advance research in neuro-oncology by designing and executing experiments on anticancer compounds. Conduct detailed analyses, manage documentation, and contribute to publications and presentations wit...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$186K - $233K *

Shape the future of clinical trials by leading product strategy, enhancing workflows, and driving user adoption for critical trial management capabilities across a regulated environment. Transform cli...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K - $194K *

Engineer cutting-edge cell therapy assays to translate research into robust, IND-enabling methods. Lead assay development ensuring safety, consistency, and regulatory compliance for advanced medicine...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Develop high-performance web and mobile platforms by overseeing architecture and technical strategies for cutting-edge ad-tech solutions, focusing on server optimization and seamless data integration...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of web and mobile platforms as a Principal Software Engineer, driving architecture and optimization across cutting-edge technologies while collaborating with stakeholders for seamless...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.