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 - $95K *

Lead the charge in advancing histology methodologies, applying image analysis, and executing staining techniques to support oncology research. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-qu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $165K *

Oversee QC testing within a regulated lab environment, ensuring compliance with SOPs and cGMP. Support junior staff by providing training and managing QC systems for accurate testing of raw materials...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Pioneer the growth of innovative SaaS solutions in Food & Beverage, leveraging AI strategy and product expertise to drive market success and customer satisfaction in a dynamic and regulated environmen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of quality assurance in a regulated laboratory environment, ensuring compliance with cGMP and FDA standards while leading a team to drive continuous improvements and maintain inspecti...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading product strategy and lifecycle management for a SaaS portfolio in the Food & Beverage sector. Drive growth through AI insights, market analysis, and cross-functional collab...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $160K *

Drive successful project execution by managing design-build construction initiatives, overseeing medium to large-scale terminal operations, and leading cross-functional teams towards innovative soluti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$170K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading complex federal remediation projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring project success through strong communication and technical expertise in construction and quality mana...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$194K - $263K *

Help us drive innovation as you lead complex technical programs that shape digital advertising. Collaborate across teams to enhance AI initiatives, influence strategy, and ensure operational excellenc...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $246K *

Drive the engineering function in a cutting-edge facility, ensuring capacity and capability for innovative manufacturing. Collaborate with leadership to establish best practices in safety, quality, an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$207K - $385K *

Join our team to develop innovative data science solutions and drive efficiency in statistical computing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance evidence generation and streamline decision...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $264K *

Empower innovation by leading AI integration in life sciences R&D. Drive impactful initiatives, collaborate cross-functionally, and contribute to data-driven solutions that enhance discovery and decis...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Elevate innovative tire solutions by spearheading product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive projects that meet strategic goals, ensuring compliance and enhancing technical...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by advancing methodologies for intelligent autonomous systems. Focus on mathematical modeling, optimization, and adapting to uncertainties, collaborating with diverse teams to tr...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$250K - $330K *

Take ownership of product innovation in biotechnology by leading strategic roadmaps and commercialization efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally to transform scientific capabilities into market-drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive clinical research excellence by managing projects, ensuring compliance, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality study operations that meet sponsor expectations and regulatory...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Advance multidisciplinary infrastructure programs by guiding clients through complex technical and regulatory challenges, ensuring successful execution, risk mitigation, and strategic alignment for im...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$190K - $210K *

Drive product strategy and market execution through integrated solutions, harnessing AI and customer insights to enhance offerings and revenue growth, while leading cross-functional teams in a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $234K *

Lead the design and evolution of resilient distributed systems for hyperscale environments. Champion high-performance data processing, scalability, and operational excellence while mentoring engineers...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Transform scalable system architecture by leading development of distributed applications, ensuring fault tolerance and high throughput. Collaborate across teams to meet delivery milestones while opti...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Empower team success by architecting scalable, resilient distributed systems. Drive optimization and design systems that ensure performance and reliability while mentoring peers and enhancing operatio...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $98K *

Lead the standardization and improvement of IT operations across global units. Oversee project milestones, risk management, and resource allocation to ensure successful implementation of a centralized...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $98K *

Empower the team to unify IT infrastructures into a streamlined environment, managing project activities from planning to execution while ensuring timely delivery and alignment across all workstreams...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of dental innovation by collaborating with a dynamic R&D team to develop groundbreaking materials and devices that enhance patient care and industry standards while driving projects f...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Advance your career by joining a dynamic team in process sciences, driving innovations in gene therapy and contributing to a diverse therapeutic pipeline while collaborating across multiple projects i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in innovation and product development, optimizing food solutions that support strategic goals and operational efficiency, while mentoring talent and driving cost-saving initiatives in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.