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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$150K - $225K *

Shape the future of precision medicine by leveraging multimodal data insights to transform clinical care, enhancing drug discovery and patient treatment through advanced scientific methodologies and c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $98K *

Unlock potential by delivering impactful, multi-disciplinary projects while ensuring timely and budget-efficient completion. Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate project lifecycles, risk manageme...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $160K *

Oversee complex, cross-functional programs in biotechnology, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and successful outcomes while driving innovation in a regulated environment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$122K - $176K *

Explore groundbreaking strategies to leverage multi-omics data and AI, leading innovative projects in immunology, neurology, and oncology while mentoring emerging scientists to drive impactful discove...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $135K *

Partner with us to develop innovative solutions by applying scientific principles to ensure product safety and compliance. Collaborate across teams to enhance processes and contribute to the final ver...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$65K - $169K *

Accelerate biotherapeutic innovation by leveraging mass spectrometry and analytical methods to optimize and characterize diverse large-molecule portfolios, collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $158K *

Drive the discovery of innovative drug candidates in a dynamic team, utilizing advanced biochemical and cell-based assays. Your expertise will shape therapeutic developments in cardio-metabolic areas...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $240K *

Pioneer the organization's technology strategy and enterprise architecture, driving digital transformation and operational excellence while ensuring alignment of technical and business objectives for...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$156K - $240K *

Elevate your career by defining technology strategy and architecture governance. Lead enterprise modernization efforts, align business objectives with technology, and drive innovation across systems t...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $125K *

Drive scientific innovation through chemical proteomics to support small molecule drug discovery efforts. Utilize mass-spectrometry and biological methods to explore protein-ligand interactions and ad...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $137K *

Join a team that's advancing microbiology research in a GMP lab, performing environmental monitoring, sample testing, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure product quality. Play a critical rol...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Optimize analytical methods for formulation development and product release. Lead cross-functional projects while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate closely with teams to deliv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $137K *

Champion innovative solutions in pharmaceutical development by conducting laboratory stability testing and leveraging analytical techniques in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Enhance your sci...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of sequencing technology by leading the transition of R&D innovations to production-scale processes, focusing on enhancing reliability, efficiency, and scalability in scientific workf...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $146K *

Lead the charge in driving innovation within our biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes. Collaborate across teams to support scalability and optimize product validation, ensuring high-quality thera...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Transform the testing lab environment by leading projects and enhancing methodologies while managing a talented team. Drive innovation in coatings technology to support various industrial sectors and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Manage project management activities in a complex division, driving NPI projects from inception to completion. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful implementation while meeting milestones and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Lead innovative upstream process development and execution, guiding complex experiments and mentoring junior scientists to enhance AAV manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $103K *

Join a team that's advancing carbon fiber composite applications by conducting research, preparing samples, and managing lab operations while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Collaborate w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $175K *

Empower global clinical trials by ensuring scientific integrity, data quality, and operational excellence through strategic planning and hands-on expertise, fostering collaboration across clinical dep...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $181K *

Partner with us to advance our antibody pipeline by leading downstream processing development, ensuring compliance with global standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance innov...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Transform the biotech industry by conducting impactful scientific experiments and optimizing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to oversee sterile drug product manufacturing and drive...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $200K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive clinical trial design and execution, ensuring regulatory compliance and scientific integrity for oncology drug candidates within a fast-paced environme...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative translational strategies bridging preclinical and early clinical development. Engage as a hands-on scientist, driving biomarker discovery and integrating complex...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Transform the future of pigment dispersions by leading innovative R&D projects. Responsible for developing scalable, commercially viable solutions in inks and coatings while collaborating with cross-f...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.