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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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$117K - $147K *

Elevate technical standards and influence outcomes by leading complex geochemistry projects. Leverage expertise in environmental assessment, client relations, and project management to drive sustainab...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative engineering projects in a sterile manufacturing environment, optimizing processes and equipment while ensuring technical leadership and adherence to quality standards within budgeta...

Candiac, QCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead all facets of 24/7 manufacturing operations, driving excellence through safe practices, employee development, and continuous improvement to meet production goals and maximize quality...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape quality and validation operations for pharmaceutical manufacturing. Lead compliance excellence, mentor teams, and enhance operational efficiency while driving continuous improvement and regulato...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Engage in groundbreaking lab experiments to advance scalable LNP-encapsulated nucleic acids formulations. Collaborate in a dynamic team, applying your expertise in RNA therapeutics while ensuring adhe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$106K - $138K *

Join us to lead maintenance and reliability initiatives, ensuring safety and compliance while developing your team. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to drive operational excellence and optimi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $187K *

Empower vaccine discovery by joining a dynamic team focused on advancing innovative candidates. Utilize your expertise in mammalian cell culture and immunoassays to drive critical research supporting...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $157K *

Join a team that's focused on advancing medicinal chemistry through innovative compound design and synthesis. Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams to optimize therapeutic candidates for cardiovascul...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $157K *

Pioneer innovative drug formulations in preclinical research, ensuring stability and bioavailability of small molecules. Engage with cross-functional teams to drive candidate selection towards life-ch...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $175K *

Lead the design and delivery of scalable, cloud-native software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop robust data pipelines and enhance CI/CD processes. Drive improvements and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $175K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable, cloud-native software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance CI/CD practices and ensure data governance in innovative diagnostic t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Champion high-quality AI training data by leading strategic initiatives and building robust evaluation systems. Collaborate closely with teams to define, enforce, and enhance data generation workflows...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Analyze and validate datasets for AI/ML model performance, ensuring accuracy and reliability in engineering design decisions and building efficient ETL pipelines using Azure tools...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in transforming engineering design data into reliable AI/ML insights. Drive innovation by validating model performance and ensuring data quality in a collaborative team focused on adva...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Engineer robust data frameworks for AI/ML, transforming design and simulation data into reliable datasets that fuel high-impact engineering decisions and model validation...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $154K *

Drive innovative engineering and software solutions for diverse clients, leveraging your expertise in electrical engineering, physics, or computer science to tackle complex technical challenges and en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Champion regulatory excellence by leading global strategies that enhance innovative spine and orthopedic product development, ensuring compliance and collaboration across multifunctional teams for imp...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $216K *

Transform the landscape of optical design and microscopy. Collaborate across disciplines, spearhead innovative projects, and lead the development of advanced imaging technologies that drive drug disco...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Transform project delivery by leading diverse teams to achieve successful decommissioning outcomes, balancing scope, schedule, and safety while driving impactful environmental remediation efforts. Mak...

Chalk River, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative solutions by leading R&D processes for medical devices, using statistical analysis to enhance product development while mentoring teams and collaborating across functions in a dyna...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by contributing to product development and engineering initiatives. Collaborate across teams while leveraging your mechanical or biomedical engineering background to solve complex...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead innovative R&D projects in medical device development, utilizing advanced statistical methods and cross-functional collaboration. Mentor, execute complex processes, and support product developmen...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in advancing medical device R&D by developing and validating processes. Drive innovative solutions through statistical analysis and collaboration while mentoring team members on comple...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion process development and validation in medical device R&D. Lead complex projects, mentor teams, and implement advanced problem-solving techniques to enhance processes and product quality acros...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $264K *

Optimize program management by leading complex initiatives, aligning stakeholders, and driving strategic program delivery across business and operations to support AI data center expansion with effect...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.