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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$294K - $367K *

Lead the charge in identifying and advancing external innovation opportunities, shaping strategic recommendations, and building a high-performing team to enhance portfolio growth and drive long-term s...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $235K *

Champion analytical advancement by overseeing development strategies for drug substances and products. Provide leadership in compliance and lifecycle management while collaborating with teams to ensur...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $350K *

Join a dynamic team to drive critical GRC certifications from scoping to audit closure. Collaborate across functions, manage compliance processes, and build a scalable roadmap for compliance in a fast...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $178K *

Transform data-driven decisions by designing relational models and pipelines. Collaborate with scientists, develop tools for analysis, and enhance cloud infrastructure while ensuring reproducibility a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $163K *

Drive project success from concept to completion for Companion Diagnostics, optimizing product delivery through effective planning, team collaboration, and risk management while ensuring compliance wi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$166K - $244K *

Help us lead the enterprise strategy for AI visibility, enhance cross-functional alignment, and evolve performance measurement tools in a dynamic environment. Drive team growth and establish standards...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $155K *

Drive successful project delivery by overseeing planning and operations, managing risks, and ensuring quality standards in a mission-critical data systems environment, while collaborating effectively...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as a project lead to design, execute, and support biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes. Leverage your expertise to drive technology transfers and ensure compliance while colla...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $234K *

Engineer innovative VPN services, enhancing global infrastructure. Join us to tackle complex challenges, utilize your expertise in systems and automation engineering, and thrive in a collaborative, cl...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $224K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role leading comprehensive testing strategies for innovative combination products, ensuring quality and compliance throughout the product life cycle, while collaboratin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $181K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to manage, plan, and deliver technical projects. Oversee schedules, budgets, and goals for innovative space technology initiatives, driving impactful...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure effective bioassay testing and maintain compliance while developing team capabilities and optimizing lab operations to achieve business objectives...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Elevate lab operations by supporting bioassay testing, ensuring compliance, and nurturing team development while driving operational excellence and collaboration with leadership and clients...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $168K *

Empower transformative cell and gene therapies by analyzing complex genomic data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to generate insights that drive research and development across multiple disea...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams to innovate and implement advanced automation solutions in industrial manufacturing, focusing on process optimization and strategic initiatives across global operations...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $210K *

Elevate the analytical landscape by leading strategic development and QC for small-molecule drug projects, ensuring compliance and excellence from clinical phases to market release, while guiding cros...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

Champion analytical development and QC leadership, driving strategic oversight across small-molecule programs from early clinical stages through commercialization while ensuring compliance and excelle...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $212K *

Join a dynamic team to lead validation strategies for high-speed assembly and packaging operations. Drive compliance, manage projects, and ensure operational excellence in a critical role supporting a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $212K *

Shape the future of validation strategies for high-speed assembly and packaging lines, ensuring compliance and peak operational readiness across multi-disciplinary teams in a regulated environment...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$168K - $220K *

Advance global IP strategies in biology research, collaborating with teams to protect innovations and manage patent portfolios. This role emphasizes partnership across functions to support impactful s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of adhesive technology by developing innovative solutions, leading lab experiments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product success and compliance with ind...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $184K *

Champion global water management strategies and practices across diverse sites, advancing compliance and innovation in environmental stewardship while providing senior-level technical expertise for co...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving enterprise AI adoption across functions, partnering with leaders to design and implement innovative AI solutions. This role combines architecture, engineering, and strategi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $110K *

Lead cross-functional projects in Human Resources to enhance employee experience, streamline processes, and ensure effective implementation of strategic initiatives. Partner closely with key stakehold...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing the lifecycle of product development projects, ensuring timely and budget-friendly delivery while collaborating across teams and addressing technical challenges to meet bus...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.