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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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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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$152K - $180K *

Elevate your career with an impactful RF engineering role focused on improving geolocation systems; apply your expertise to enhance existing algorithms and develop new capabilities in a dynamic, hands...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $125K *

Transform bioprocessing workflows by engaging with biotechnology customers to optimize process design, technology adoption, and technical support to ensure compliance and performance via Thermo Fisher...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $125K *

Pioneer advancements in bioprocessing as a technical expert, engaging with biotech clients to enhance process design and optimization, driving compliance and performance while shaping future innovatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $125K *

Elevate customer success through bioprocessing expertise, guiding biotech firms in optimizing processes and technology adoption while ensuring compliance and performance during project phases, from de...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $125K *

Elevate your career as a domain expert in bioprocessing, collaborating with biotechnology clients to drive technology adoption, optimize processes, and ensure compliance while delivering exceptional t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$84K - $125K *

Lead technical engagement as a bioprocessing expert, optimizing upstream workflows while driving customer adoption and compliance. Collaborate with teams and clients to enhance process performance and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of technical publications by managing project delivery and compliance. Collaborate with teams to create high-quality manuals that meet regulatory standards and customer needs, ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomy by owning technical direction across perception, prediction, and planning. Drive production-ready solutions with deep expertise and influence across t...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of autonomous systems by taking ownership of Perception, Prediction, and Planning. Leverage your expertise to drive technical direction and collaborate with senior engineers, ensuring...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the technical direction of autonomy systems. As the senior-most influencer in Perception, Prediction, and Planning, you will shape innovations that drive real-world perform...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $148K *

Lead the charge in developing and optimizing chemical processes, ensuring quality and efficiency in product manufacturing. Collaborate across teams to enhance documentation and drive compliance with r...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in EMC engineering initiatives, providing expert guidance across product development phases to ensure compliance with global standards and mitigate risks, while collaborating with cros...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $146K *

Transform the future of medical devices by leading the development of innovative combination products while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional design and technical soluti...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Empower customer engagement across diagnostics & genomics. Lead the strategic orchestration of service excellence, ensuring seamless interactions throughout the post-sales lifecycle while driving grow...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $242K *

Unlock potential by leading data science initiatives to enhance AI systems. Collaborate across teams to establish metrics, develop predictive models, and optimize user experience through innovative da...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $146K *

Unlock your potential as you drive innovation in medical device development, ensuring high-quality combination products from clinical to commercial phases while collaborating across multifunctional te...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $146K *

Shape your career by leading technical design developments in medical devices across multifunctional teams. Drive innovative solutions for combination products while ensuring compliance and quality th...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $146K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative medical devices while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Your expertise will drive design control and ensure successful project delivery from concept t...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $146K *

Optimize the development of innovative medical devices, driving technical projects from conception to commercialization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design integrity and regulato...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $146K *

Join a team that's redefining medical device development by driving innovative combination product designs and ensuring compliance through rigorous testing and cross-functional collaboration. Your exp...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $146K *

Unlock innovative solutions as a Development Engineer, leading device design and development for combination products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical projects from clinical...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $146K *

Champion the development of medical device combination products by overseeing design, verification, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure excellence from clinical through commercial phases. Dri...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $146K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of medical device development. This role involves multifaceted technical design responsibilities, collaborating across functions to deliver innovative combination...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $146K *

Accelerate your career as a Development Engineer, driving innovative combination product design and development while collaborating across multifunctional teams to deliver critical solutions in the me...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $146K *

Drive the development of innovative combination products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to establish rigorous design and verification processes. Enhance quality and compliance in the medic...

Today

  •   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.