Principal Scientist Jobs in Seattle, 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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CoreAI Senior Principal Scientist Operations Research

  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 days ago

Senior Principal Scientist - Operations Research Position overview: Keystone is seeking a Sr....

CoreAI Senior Principal Scientist Applied Deep Learning

  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 13 days ago

CoreAI Senior Principal Scientist Applied Deep Learning Optimization, or an equivalent quantitative field....

Principal Scientist, Applied Science, Amazon One

  • Seattle, WA
  • 27 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 27 days ago

As part of the AWS Solutions organization, we have a vision to provide business applications, leveraging Amazons unique experience and expertise, that are used by millions of companies worldwide...

Senior/Principal Scientist, Bioconjugation Process Development

  • Bothell, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bothell, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Senior/Principal Scientist Analytical Development and QC, Biologics

  • Bothell, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bothell, WA (11 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications A Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field....

Principal Scientist, Team IDEAS

  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (5 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 45+ 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...

Principal Scientist, Cell Therapy In Vivo Pharmacology

  • Seattle, WA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 45+ days ago

The In Vivo Pharmacology team in the Cell Therapy Thematic Research Center has an opening for a highly collaborative and creative Principal Scientist with a dedication to discovery and development of...

We seek a Principal Scientist with exceptional experience in artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLM) to join our team and work on adapting and translating advances in artificial...

CoreAI Senior Principal Scientist Applied Deep Learning

  • Seattle, WA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 45+ days ago

SEATTLE, NYC CoreAI Senior Principal Scientist - Applied Deep Learning Position Overview Keystone's Core AI team is seeking a Senior Principal Scientist who will serve as a thought-leader and drive...

Principal Scientist- Target ID and Validation, CAR-T (Seattle, WA)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 60+ days ago

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Principal Scientist to support cell therapy target ID and validation, and CAR-T/TCR pre-clinical research as a part of Regeneron Cell Medicines (RCM)....

Principal Scientist- Video Generation Control Research Leader

  • Seattle, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 60+ days ago

Our Company Changing the world through digital experiences is what Adobe's all about. We give everyone-from emerging artists to global brands-everything they need to design and deliver exceptional...

Principal Scientist, Purification

  • Seattle, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 60+ days ago

General understanding of cell biology, fluid dynamics, mechanistic modeling, and protein chemistry, as well as knowledge in other functional areas (upstream and analytical sciences)....

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Salary for Principal Scientist Jobs in Seattle, WA

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Highest Education Level

Principal Scientists in Seattle, WA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
48.0%
Bachelor's Degree
28.1%
Master's Degree
22.3%
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 Seattle, 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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