Principal Scientist

Responsibilities

• Applies scientific method and experimental design in problem solving.
• Uses scientific expertise to provide solutions to a broad range of difficult problems.
• Solutions are original, thorough and practical.
• Frequently communicates progress status to supervisor.
• Performs complicated or demanding assignments requiring specialized knowledge.
• May offer solutions that are creative and/or inventive.
• Defines short and mid-term objectives and implements plan to accomplish objectives.
• Maintains accurate, precise, and legible laboratory notebooks.
• Frequently communicates status updates across the organization.
• Maintains good documentation.
• Writes reports and technical summaries.
• May represent company to outside organizations.
• Continually broadens professional expertise through comprehensive knowledge of scientific literature and competitive products.
• Handles broad assignments and objectives under minimum supervision.
• Accomplishes short-term objectives.

Qualifications

• Duties require broad use and application of scientific principles, theories and concepts in field of expertise.
• This may be acquired through completion of a Ph.D. degree in a scientific discipline, or equivalent.
• Professional experience is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan retirement benefits with an employer match.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.

Pay

The annual base salary range for this role is currently $110,000 to $140,000. Individual employee compensation will ultimately depend on factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and particular business needs.

Schedule

N/A