Principal Scientist Jobs in Palo Alto, CA

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Principal Scientist, IVD Product Development

  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join the Veracyte R&D Team as a Principal Scientist for IVD product development....

Senior/ Principal Scientist, Modeling and Simulation Scientist

  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $101,500-$232,900 (Senior Scientist) and $148,200-$275,200 (Principal Scientist)....

Principal Scientist- Pathology

  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The Position We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love Translational Safety Pathologists provide scientific leadership and play an active role in the process of drug...

Principal / Senior Principal Scientist - Lupus & Nephrology Translational Medicine

  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 4 days ago

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $141,500-$262,900 (Principal Scientist) and $176,600-$328,000 (Senior Principal Scientist)....

Principal Scientist, Large Molecule CMC Bioassay Development

  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Qualifications/Skills: Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or a related field with 10+ years of directly relevant experience, or M.S. with 14+ years of directly relevant experience...

Principal Scientist, Product Development

  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 6 days ago

The Position: We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join the Product Development team for the position of Principal Scientist....

Principal Scientist Translational Medicine, Oncology (Prostate Cancer Development and Translational Research)

  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Who You Are: PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in molecular biology, cancer biology, oncology, computational biology, or a related field. Deep expertise in prostate cancer is preferred....

Senior Surface Chemistry Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (12 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 days ago

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued,...

Senior Scientist, Chemistry

  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 8 days ago

(completion by Summer 2025) in chemistry, medicinal chemistry or related scientific discipline with relevant experience listed below Required Experience and Skills: Extensive experience in organic synthesis...

Principal Scientist, Biochemist/Biophysicist

  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA
  • 10 days ago

Qualifications PhD in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Molecular Biology or related disciplines. 5+ years or relevant experience in an industry setting Required Skills Strong expertise in protein biochemistry...

Senior/Principal Scientist (Computation)

  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (21 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Scientist is $150-700 - 279,900....

Laboratory Manager/Safety Officer (SRA 3)

  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Laboratory Manager/Safety Officer (SRA 3) Job ID78518 Location San Ramon Full/Part TimeFull Time Job Summary Under general supervision, support review of research projects on the behavior of food...

Laboratory Manager - PHI Lab

  • Sunnyvale, CA (8 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (8 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Job Title: Laboratory Manager PHI Lab Full-time 35hrs/wk, Exempt General Position Description: This position will oversee the technical administrative functions of all PHI lab spaces in our...

Principal Scientist, Biology

  • Foster City, CA (10 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Foster City, CA (10 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Job Description Position Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and creative Principal Scientist to lead our Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) technology advancement within the Discovery Sciences and Technologies...

Principal Analytical Chemist (Milpitas, CA)

  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (18 miles from Palo Alto, CA)
  • 18 days ago

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Initiate, direct, and execute all scientific research and/or development strategies in research and/or...

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Highest Education Level

Principal Scientists in Palo Alto, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
48.0%
Bachelor's Degree
28.0%
Master's Degree
22.4%
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 Palo Alto, CA
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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