Principal Scientist Jobs in Malvern, PA

A Principal Scientist in the chemistry industry is responsible for conducting complex research, developing new procedures, and overseeing a team of scientists to ensure all projects are completed to a high standard. They typically perform experimental tests and analyses, interpreting and presenting results, and preparing research reports and scientific papers. Their work is instrumental in contributing to the development of new products, technologies, or intellectual property. They often work closely with other departments such as Regulatory Affairs, Quality Control, and Manufacturing to ensure all scientific operations meet the necessary standards and regulations.

Important skills for a Principal Scientist include leadership, excellent written and oral communication abilities, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work well in teams. They should have a thorough understanding of various scientific techniques and principles, and be adept at problem-solving. The minimum requirement for this position is typically a PhD in Chemistry or a related field, with substantial experience in the industry. Certifications that can add value include Certified Professional Chemist (CPC) or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP). A person might work as a Research Scientist, Senior Scientist, or Project Leader before moving into the role of a Principal Scientist.

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Principal Scientist, Clinical Research, GI cancer

  • North Wales, PA (18 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Wales, PA (18 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 1 day ago

The Director (Principal Scientist) has primary responsibility for the planning and directing of clinical research activities involving new or marketed Oncology medicines....

Senior Principal Scientist, Clinical Research, Neuroscience

  • Upper Gwynedd, PA (17 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Upper Gwynedd, PA (17 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Our Clinical and Pharmacovigilance teams manage studies to provide the safety and efficacy data required for regulatory approval of potential new drugs, vaccines and new indications for existing...

Principal Scientist, Protein Design and Informatics

  • Collegeville, PA (11 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA (11 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Site Name: USA - Pennsylvania - Upper Providence, UK - Hertfordshire - Stevenage, USA - California - San Francisco, USA - Massachusetts - Cambridge Posted Date: Jul 7 2025 As Principal Scientist, in...

Principal Scientist, In Silico Discovery - Biologics

  • Spring House, PA (18 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Spring House, PA (18 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Job title Principal Scientist, In Silico Discovery - Biologics Function Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development Sub function Biological Research Category Principal Scientist, Biological Research...

Laboratory Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Details Laboratory Manager Job Description Organizes and directs the daily activities of a laboratory, supervises subordinates to ensure quality control and compliance with relevant policies...

Specimen Receiving, Phlebotomy, and Point of Care Laboratory Manager (FT, Days) - Einstein Philadelphia

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Details Reporting to the divisional Laboratory Director, the Laboratory Manager plans, directs, and supervises all administrative, technical, and fiscal aspects of the Reporting to the...

Associate Principal Scientist, Upstream Drug Substance SME

  • West Point, PA (16 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • West Point, PA (16 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Description As part of Our Companys Manufacturing Division, within the Bioprocess Drug Substance Commercialization (BDSC), the Cell Culture and Fermentation Sciences (CCFS) department provides...

Associate Principal Scientist, Analytical R&D

  • West Point, PA (16 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • West Point, PA (16 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Description Position Description: The Associate Principal Scientist position will support our Live Virus Vaccines franchises....

Senior Principal Scientist, In Silico Discovery - Biologics

  • Spring House, PA (18 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Spring House, PA (18 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Job title Senior Principal Scientist, In Silico Discovery - Biologics Function Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development Sub function Biological Research Category Senior Principal Scientist, Biological...

Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director) - Outcomes Research (Lung)

  • North Wales, PA (18 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • North Wales, PA (18 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director) - Oues Research (Lung) Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director) - Oues Research (Lung) remote type Hybrid locations USA - Pennsylvania -...

Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director) - Outcomes Research (Lung)

  • Upper Gwynedd, PA (17 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Upper Gwynedd, PA (17 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Job Description Job Description: This position resides within our company's Value and Implementation (V&I), Outcomes Research organization, which is responsible for real-world evidence generation...

Principal Scientist (Director) - Regulatory Affairs-CMC

  • North Wales, PA (18 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • North Wales, PA (18 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Director, Combination Product Regulatory CMC - (R5) This Principal Scientist position is equivalent to a Director position....

Principal Scientist (Director) - Regulatory Affairs-CMC

  • Upper Gwynedd, PA (17 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Upper Gwynedd, PA (17 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 14 days ago

Job Description Director, Combination Product Regulatory CMC - (R5) This Principal Scientist position is equivalent to a Director position....

Senior Principal Scientist, Computational Pathobiologist

  • Spring House, PA (18 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Spring House, PA (18 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 14 days ago

Job title Senior Principal Scientist, Computational Pathobiologist Function Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development Sub function Nonclinical Safety Category Senior Principal Scientist, Nonclinical...

Associate Principal Scientist Statistical Programming

  • North Wales, PA (18 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • North Wales, PA (18 miles from Malvern, PA)
  • 14 days ago

In BARDS (Biostatistics and Research Decision Sciences), a distinguished department within our Company's renowned Research and Development division, quantitative scientists, in partnership with...

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Salary for Principal Scientist Jobs in Malvern, PA

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Highest Education Level

Principal Scientists in Malvern, PA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
47.9%
Bachelor's Degree
28.0%
Master's Degree
22.5%
Associate's Degree
0.7%
High School or GED
0.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.3%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Principal Scientists in Malvern, PA
None
32.8%
Less than 1 year
18.1%
1-2 years
16.9%
4-6 years
11.4%
6-8 years
7.8%
2-4 years
7.0%
10+ years
6.0%

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