Principal Scientist Jobs in Virginia

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Principal Scientist

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 3 days ago

Principal Scientist, Coastal Ocean Modeling & Prediction Locations: Norfolk, VA Can We Predict the Future of Our Coasts?...

Senior Chemist

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for a research scientist to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of...

R&D Senior Chemist

  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 7 days ago

Essential Skills: A PhD Proficiency in chemistry, laboratory practices, and analytical chemistry....

Laboratory Manager

  • Chester, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Chester, VA
  • 7 days ago

Science you can trust from concept to consumer. Since 1967, Deibel Laboratories has operated several private food testing facilities providing services in both Microbiology and Chemistry testing....

Principal Scientist Engineer - Decentralized Services and Networ

  • Arlington, VA
  • 20 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 20 days ago

Principal Scientist Engineer - Decentralized Services and Networ Strategic Analysis, Inc View Employer's ProfileFOLLOW EMPLOYER Yesterday Top Secret/SCI Unspecified Unspecified IT - Hardware Arlington...

Principal Scientist/Engineer (CAP/SAP Integration Technical SME)

  • Arlington, VA
  • 20 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 20 days ago

Principal Scientist/Engineer (CAP/SAP Integration Technical SME) Strategic Analysis, Inc View Employer's ProfileFOLLOW EMPLOYER Yesterday Top Secret/SCI Unspecified Full Scope Polygraph Arlington, VA...

Laboratory Manager, Smith Lab - Asthma, Allergy and Immunology

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 22 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 22 days ago

The Smith lab at the University of Virginia in the Division of Asthma, Allergy and Immunology is seeking a full time Laboratory Manager to oversee the operations of the lab. The candidate will be...

Principal Scientist, Engineering

  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Apply Description The Principal Scientist, Engineering, will possess an in-depth knowledge of process engineering for the development and production of drug substances....

Principal Scientist-Engineer - Variable Trust Endpoints (C5OpsNe

  • Arlington, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Principal Scientist-Engineer - Variable Trust Endpoints (C5OpsNe Strategic Analysis, Inc View Employer's Profile FOLLOW EMPLOYER Yesterday Top Secret/SCI Unspecified Unspecified Arlington, VA (ON-SITE...

Microbiology Laboratory Manager

  • Newport News, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Newport News, Virginia Overview Lab Manager is responsible for organizing, planning, directing and evaluating services provided by the outreach, point of care, compliance and/or technical...

Senior Principal Analytical Chemist

  • Petersburg, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Petersburg, VA
  • 45+ days ago

This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with analytical chemistry experience to develop and perform analytical experiments under the direction of the Director, Analytical Chemistry, or other...

Principal Analytical Chemist

  • Petersburg, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Petersburg, VA
  • 45+ days ago

This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with analytical chemistry experience to develop and perform analytical experiments under the direction of the Director, Analytical Chemistry or other...

Senior Chemist (Charles Co., MD/Hybrid)

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Senior Chemist (Charles Co., MD/Hybrid) Integrated Solutions for Systems (IS4S) United States, Virginia, Alexandria Jun 11, 2025 Location: Charles County, MD / Hybrid Charles County, MD is the...

Principal Scientist, PAT

  • Richmond, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 60+ days ago

Apply Description This is a non-supervisory, technical position in Phlow's R&D and Manufacturing spaces. In this role, the incumbent is responsible for developing Process Analytical Technology...

Principal Scientist/Engineer (CAP/SAP Integration Technical SME) (TS/SCI #25-101) Job Code:25-101 Location:Arlington, VA FT/PT Status:Full Time Required Clearance:Top Secret SCI Candidates sought to...

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Salary for Principal Scientist Jobs in Virginia

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Highest Education Level

Principal Scientists in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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