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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$190K - $270K *

Lead key nuclear decommissioning projects, managing multi-disciplinary teams to ensure compliance with project objectives, schedules, and budgets while driving safety and quality standards across all...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$142K - $224K *

Drive early clinical trial excellence by overseeing vaccine studies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate scientific innovations into compelling c...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Shape the future of vaccine clinical development by leading early-phase trials, ensuring compliance, and driving strategic direction for innovative therapies that impact patient care globally...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Optimize early-phase clinical trial execution and oversight with strategic leadership, ensuring compliance and data integrity while collaborating within cross-functional teams to drive innovative solu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Transform early-phase clinical trials by providing scientific leadership and operational oversight. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and excellence in vaccine study executi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $194K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing scientific workflows by collaborating with R&D scientists to design and deliver scalable digital solutions that enhance data capture and usability across research in...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Drive innovative early-phase clinical trials and operational excellence, ensuring alignment with regulatory and GCP standards. Lead cross-functional teams in executing vaccine programs that transform...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $260K *

Elevate your career by leading mechanical designs for advanced optoelectronic packages. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in component design, manufacturability, and reliabil...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize laboratory automation systems by troubleshooting, maintaining, and developing processes that enhance efficiency and reliability within cell and molecular biology workflows, collaborating with...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $151K *

Innovate in drug discovery by leveraging computational methodologies to optimize compound design across various stages. Collaborate with project teams to enhance decision-making and deliver impactful...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K - $144K *

Unlock innovation by guiding teams in environmental, health, and safety practices throughout project lifecycles, enhancing safe and sustainable technology development with your technical expertise and...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $135K *

Drive the development and validation of molecular assays, collaborating across teams to ensure analytical readiness for clinical milestones and supporting innovative therapeutic programs with impactfu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $185K *

Join us to lead the Custom & Bulk Services team, optimizing performance and driving revenue growth through strategic governance and exceptional customer engagement across cross-functional teams in a d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic initiatives for Growth Direct® consumables. Oversee product lifecycle, optimize market strategy, and enhance customer applications across multiple sectors to achie...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Elevate manufacturing excellence by leveraging metallurgical expertise to drive process improvements and develop innovative products. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $112K *

Champion innovative scientific storytelling to bridge cosmetic technology with consumer experiences. Collaborate across teams to illuminate the science behind makeup benefits, enhancing product narrat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$146K - $198K *

Engage with cutting-edge technologies to develop computational tools and analyze proteomics data, supporting innovative research in biomarker discovery and drug development in a collaborative scientif...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$146K - $198K *

Transform data into insights as a skilled bioinformatician, driving proteomics innovations through advanced computational tools. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance drug discovery and biomarker...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $209K *

Pioneer the delivery of OCI Resource Analytics, collaborating across teams to optimize cloud resource management and fostering continuous improvement on a large scale...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $209K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing and optimizing functional business programs, ensuring effective execution of multiple initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage b...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $201K *

Join a team that's redefining oncology research through advanced computational strategies. Lead the integration of multimodal biomarker data, drive clinical insights, and influence drug development wi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Elevate your career as a Principal Scientist, driving oncology translational research by executing advanced computational strategies. Lead cross-functional teams, influence key decisions, and contribu...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Drive impactful oncology research by leading computational analysis of complex biomarker data, integrating multimodal omics, and guiding cross-functional collaboration for clinical trial strategies an...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Transform oncology research as a Principal Scientist focusing on computational biology. Lead the integration of multimodal data and drive biomarker program strategies in a collaborative, results-drive...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $219K *

Collaborate across functions to establish and maintain enterprise data stewardship standards, ensuring clarity of definitions, roles, and accountability while driving consensus on shared planning conc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.