Principal Scientist Jobs in Lake Forest Park, WA

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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Laboratory Manager - St. Anne Hospital

  • Burien, WA (17 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Burien, WA (17 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Days (United States of America) As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to...

Principal Scientist, Chemical Process and Analytical Development

  • Bothell, WA (4 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bothell, WA (4 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 3 days ago

As a Principal Scientist in CPAD, you will provide technical leadership to a team of process chemists engaged in route screening/selection, process development, and process characterization for our...

Principal Scientist - ADC Pharmacology

  • Lake Forest Park, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lake Forest Park, WA
  • 5 days ago

Principal Scientist - ADC Pharmacology page is loaded Principal Scientist - ADC Pharmacology Apply locations United States - Washington Bothell time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition...

Materials & Chemistry Manager

  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 9 days ago

Company Overview Zeno Power's (Zeno) mission is to provide clean, plug-and-play power anywhere in the universe. To do that, Zeno is developing a next-generation radioisotope power system (RPS)...

Laboratory Manager III

  • Redmond, WA (9 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (9 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Ursus, Inc. 4.1 Laboratory Manager III Sign in to apply Redmond, WA Sign in to apply JOB TITLE: Laboratory Manager III LOCATION: Onsite in Redmond, WA DURATION: 12 months RATE RANGE: $43-53/hour...

Senior Principal Scientist, Analytical Development

  • Bothell, WA (4 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Bothell, WA (4 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 24 days ago

ROLE SUMMARY As a Senior Principal Scientist in Chemical Process and Analytical Development (CPAD) you will provide technical leadership to a team of process and analytical chemists engaged in the development...

Principal Scientist - Ocean & Coastal Modeling

  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 26 days ago

Share Job Description Principal Scientist, Coastal Ocean Modeling & Prediction Locations: Norfolk, VA | Silver Spring, MD | Seattle, WA Can We Predict the Future of Our Coasts?...

Principal Scientist, Analytical Development, Cell Therapy

  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (10 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Senior/Principal Scientist will design and analyze experiments with minimal supervision, leading to the development of robust analytical methods....

Principal Scientist, Amazon Transportation

  • Bellevue, WA (10 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (10 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

Amazons Middle Mile Science group is looking for a Principal Research Scientist specializing in marketplace science, applied to Amazons large-scale transportation planning systems. This includes...

Principal Scientist, Computational Biology

  • Bothell, WA (4 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bothell, WA (4 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

Company Overview Immunome is a clinical-stage targeted oncology company committed to developing first-in-class and best-in-class targeted therapies designed to improve outcomes for cancer...

Principal Scientist/Engineer - Ambient AQ & Emissions Specialist

  • Bothell, WA (4 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bothell, WA (4 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Title Principal Scientist/Engineer - Ambient Air Quality & Emissions Specialist with Business Acumen Vacancy No VN4991 Employment Type Permanent Contract Type Full-Time Advert Are you a visionary...

Principal Scientist, Team IDEAS

  • Bellevue, WA (10 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (10 miles from Lake Forest Park, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

We are designing the future. If you are in quest of an iterative fast-paced environment, where you can drive innovation through scientific inquiry, and provide tangible benefit to hundreds of...

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Salary for Principal Scientist Jobs in Lake Forest Park, WA

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Highest Education Level

Principal Scientists in Lake Forest Park, WA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
47.9%
Bachelor's Degree
28.1%
Master's Degree
22.5%
Associate's Degree
0.6%
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 Lake Forest Park, WA
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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