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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$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...

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  •   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

$90K - $130K *

Lead the development and optimization of upstream processes for recombinant protein production, collaborating cross-functionally to strengthen bioprocessing capabilities and innovation, while ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering projects to enhance medical device quality and cost efficiency through collaboration and regulatory compliance while managing cross-functional teams and supplie...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advancing biologic pipelines by designing innovative plasmids and optimizing expression constructs. Collaborate across teams to drive scientific progress, employing expertise in mol...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Lead lab management initiatives to ensure compliance and quality control in food safety, driving efficiency and effectiveness in testing processes and team collaboration for operational excellence...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $130K *

Lead innovative polymer R&D projects, merging deep scientific expertise and customer collaboration to develop sustainable materials for advanced medical devices, from ideation to commercialization in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $275K *

Accelerate project success by leading complex programs in defense technology. Oversee full lifecycle management, ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, and performance targets while developing strong...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $275K *

Lead the charge in program management for complex defense projects, overseeing all lifecycle phases to ensure strategic success. Collaborate with diverse teams, engage with customers, and innovate for...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $275K *

Oversee the execution of complex projects for cutting-edge ICBM technologies, ensuring cost, schedule, and performance targets are met while fostering strong customer relationships and leading high-pe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $161K *

Innovate by developing and optimizing sample preparation methods for advanced proteomic applications, ensuring quality and scalability in a collaborative lab environment. Engage with diverse biologica...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $166K *

Drive innovation in advanced radar systems by leveraging software development skills. Collaborate with a diverse team of scientists and engineers to analyze and enhance system performance using cuttin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $95K *

Join a team that's advancing bioproduction technologies by executing critical upstream bioprocess operations to ensure successful scale-up from synthetic design to large-scale protein production...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $90K *

Elevate project management skills by coordinating environmental lab projects, fostering client relationships, and ensuring accuracy while navigating complex scientific processes to deliver exceptional...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $275K *

Empower HR success by leading Workday HCM initiatives, integrating solutions, and enhancing user experience. Drive effective reporting and optimize system performance through strategic collaboration w...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.