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 *

Transform material innovation by leading testing protocols, guiding lab operations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive product development with advanced materials while ensuring opti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading analytical development for sustained release drug products. Collaborate with internal teams and CDMOs in method development, stability studies, and data analysis to support...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $140K *

Lead the charge in advancing enzyme characterization and engineering, collaborating across R&D pipelines to enhance biocatalytic performance and support sustainable materials development in a fast-pac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $201K *

Accelerate your impact in drug discovery by leading innovative immunogenicity assays. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance high-throughput workflows and drive key projects from concept t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to advance coatings technology, driving product development and enhancing performance through innovative formulations and collaboration with cross-functional partners in a fast-pac...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to implement and support lab integration solutions, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with customer scientific goals while enhancing operational success through...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$147K - $191K *

Join our dynamic team to lead advanced mass spectrometry analysis for protein therapeutic characterization. Utilize your expertise to drive strategy development, support critical evaluations, and enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$138K - $207K *

Reimagine the future of pharmaceuticals as a key driver in the robust development of oral solid dosage forms. Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams to enhance quality, optimize processes, and ensure...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in providing expert technical support, driving innovative solutions across diverse food applications. Collaborate with clients to enhance product offerings and realize revenue growth w...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$126K - $234K *

Shape the future of gene therapy manufacturing by leading scientific innovations, ensuring process excellence, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver reliable, high-quality therapies that imp...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of product management by leading portfolio strategy and execution across global markets. Drive pricing, lifecycle management, and performance analysis to achieve profitable growth and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Innovate computational strategies and develop scalable bioinformatics pipelines to derive insights from diverse omics data, enhancing therapeutic decision-making and research workflows within a dynami...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $135K *

Optimize energy efficiency for commercial and industrial clients by providing expert consulting, conducting thorough assessments, and facilitating hands-on training to enhance system performance and a...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$77K - $110K *

Drive regulatory excellence in product innovation, ensuring compliance and safety while empowering creativity and strategy across teams in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Be the key connector be...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$198K - $269K *

Analyze and innovate in data-driven models and analytical solutions for machine learning and natural language applications, leading complex projects and mentoring junior staff to elevate business outc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence for Lab IT services, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction while enhancing commercial strategies for growth. Collaborate with cross-functional t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $224K *

Join a team that's advancing cell therapy drug products, optimizing processes, and collaborating across functions to enhance clinical outcomes. Drive innovation and lead projects in a dynamic, fast-pa...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $181K *

Advance your career by leading innovative DNA construct design for programmable medicines. Collaborate within a dynamic R&D team and pioneer molecular biology techniques that shape the future of thera...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$106K - $176K *

Join us in a hands-on scientific leadership role focused on innovating protein formulation for biologics. Drive the development and optimization of high-concentration biologics while collaborating cro...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $128K *

Drive customer success by providing expert technical support for biopharmaceutical processes. Collaborate with teams to optimize filtration technologies, perform scientific studies, and guide product...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Transform manufacturing processes through expert guidance and collaboration. Drive product quality improvements within cell culture operations while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $120K *

Drive innovation in viral vector production for gene therapy applications, leveraging internal and external resources to develop scalable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Engage in developing and optimizing manufacturing processes for clinical products while overseeing compliance and ensuring efficient operations at contract manufacturing sites...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $128K *

Lead innovative research initiatives in microbiology and microbial control, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop new water treatment technologies and products that meet technical and b...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$167K - $285K *

Unlock innovation by leading biocompatibility and materials science advancements for next-gen medical devices, focusing on safety, performance, and regulatory compliance in patient-contacting technolo...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.