Principal Scientist Jobs in California

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biology, molecular biology, biomedical engineering, or related discipline. 6+ years of relevant experience in biotech or pharma, including leadership of scientific teams....

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Principal Scientist, Nonclinical Submissions Writer

  • Johnson & Johnson
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Learn more at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine R&D is recruiting for a Principal Scientist, Nonclinical Submissions Writer....

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Principal Scientist, Biological Research

  • Johnson & Johnson
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

Learn more at We are searching for the best talent for a Principal Scientist, Biological Research to be in La Jolla, CA....

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Principal Scientist, Translational PET Imaging

  • Merck Company
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago

Job Description We are seeking a motivated and experienced Translational PET Imaging Scientist to lead the transition of novel PET radiotracers from late preclinical development into...

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Principal Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology

  • California Life Company
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

Who We Are: Calico (Calico Life Sciences LLC) is an Alphabet-founded research and development company whose mission is to harness advanced technologies and model systems to increase our...

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Principal Scientist, Process Chemistry

  • California Life Company
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

chemistry, formulations, and quality assurance Prepare clear, data-driven reports and present experimental results to project teams Support technology transfer to contract manufacturing organizations...

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Scientist/Principal Scientist

  • Frontage Laboratories
  • Hayward, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Hayward, CA
  • 4 days ago

Senior/Principal Scientist – Process Chemistry Senior/Principal Scientist – Process Chemistry Discovery Chemistry & API GMP Kilo-Lab Location: Exton, PA Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an award winning...

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Principal Scientist, OINDPs

  • Kelly Services Inc.
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

Principal Scientist specializing in Drug Product & Analytical Development....

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Senior Principal Scientist Target Discovery & Biology (TD&B)

  • Amgen
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 5 days ago

biology, molecular biology, biomedical engineering, or related discipline. 6+ years of relevant experience in biotech or pharma, including leadership of scientific teams....

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Regional Laboratory Manager - Southwest

  • Bureau Veritas
  • Torrance, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 6 days ago

REGIONAL LABORATORY MANAGER - SOUTHWEST SUMMARY: The Regional Laboratory Manager provides active P&L leadership for multiple laboratories as assigned. The individual in this role provides strong...

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Principal Scientist, Process & Manufacturing Excellence

  • Herbalife
  • Torrance, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 9 days ago

Overview THE ROLE:We are seeking a strategic, highly experienced and innovative Principal Scientist to lead process andmanufacturing excellence initiatives within our dynamic R&D Process and Manufacturing...

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Principal Scientist (Oligonucleotide Conjugation) Principal Scientist (Oligonucleotide Conjugation)

  • Amgen Inc.
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 9 days ago

Principal Scientist -Oligonucleotide Conjugation What you will do Let's do this. Let's change the world....

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Principal Scientist - Sterility Assurance Floor Leader

  • Eli Lilly and Company
  • Concord, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Concord, CA
  • 10 days ago

Principal Scientist - TSMS Sterility Assurance Floor Leader is responsible for providing technical leadership, management and mentorship for a team of sterility assurance scientists and technical staff...

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Hospital Laboratory Manager

  • Clinical Management Consultants
  • Redwood Valley, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Redwood Valley, CA
  • 10 days ago

The Hospital Laboratory Manager will step into a high-impact leadership role where innovation meets compassionate care, driving excellence in diagnostics for a thriving hospital and community. The...

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Senior / Principal Scientist - Sterility Assurance

  • Eli Lilly and Company
  • Concord, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Concord, CA
  • 11 days ago

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world...

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Salary for Principal Scientist Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Principal Scientists in California offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
47.9%
Bachelor's Degree
28.0%
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 California
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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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