Principal Scientist Jobs in Florida

Principal Scientist jobs in Florida are open across Tampa, Fort Lauderdale, and Jacksonville and other Florida metros, with employers like Humana, NextEra Energy, and Arcadis hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles99+
Top employerHumana
Top cityTampa, FL
Cities hiring18
Work type67% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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LTIMindtree
Associate Principal - Data Sciences
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LTIMindtree
New 9h ago
Associate Principal - Data Sciences
LTIMindtree
Tampa, Florida
Data Science & Analytics
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Data Science
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Cloud Engineering
$105k - $173k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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LTIMindtree
Associate Principal - Data Sciences
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LTIMindtree
New 9h ago
Associate Principal - Data Sciences
LTIMindtree
Tampa, Florida
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Data Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
$105k - $173k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Citi
Principal AI Engineer
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Citi
Added 3d ago
Principal AI Engineer
Citi
Tampa, Florida
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Data Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
$126k - $188k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Abbott
Principal Regional Leadless Specialist
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Abbott
Added 4d ago
Principal Regional Leadless Specialist
Abbott
Fort Myers, Florida
Sales
Customer Service & Support
Healthcare Administration
$87k - $173k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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LTIMindtree
Principal - Data Sciences
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LTIMindtree
Added 5d ago
Principal - Data Sciences
LTIMindtree
Tampa, Florida
Data Science & Analytics
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Data Science
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Technical Program Management
$113k - $175k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Principal Scientist Jobs by City in Florida

Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Tampa
32 jobs
Fort Lauderdale
11 jobs
Jacksonville
10 jobs
Miami
10 jobs
Juno Beach
5 jobs
Orlando
5 jobs
Palm Beach Gardens
5 jobs
Tallahassee
5 jobs
Fort Myers
3 jobs

Principal Scientist Job Market in Florida

A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Humana
    Humana18
  • NextEra Energy
    NextEra Energy8
  • Arcadis
    Arcadis6
  • CHA Consulting
    CHA Consulting6
  • LTIMindtree
    LTIMindtree4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services22
  • Technology & Software16
  • Construction & Real Estate8
  • Healthcare & Medical Services5
  • Banking & Financial Services4

What Florida Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in principal scientist jobs across Florida.

  • PhD in a relevant scientific discipline such as biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field
  • Eight or more years of hands-on research experience in industry or government settings
  • Demonstrated record of first- or senior-author peer-reviewed publications and patent contributions
  • Proficiency with domain-specific tools such as molecular modeling software, analytical instrumentation, or statistical programming languages
  • Experience leading cross-functional project teams and mentoring junior scientists or postdoctoral researchers
  • Familiarity with regulatory submission processes such as IND, NDA, or equivalent documentation standards

Principal Scientist Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

How many principal scientist jobs are there in Florida?

There are 99+ principal scientist openings in Florida on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Tampa, Fort Lauderdale, and Jacksonville. New positions post regularly as employers across Florida hire.

Which Florida cities have the most principal scientist jobs?

Tampa, Fort Lauderdale, and Jacksonville have the most principal scientist openings in Florida right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire principal scientists in Florida?

Employers hiring principal scientists in Florida include Humana, NextEra Energy, and Arcadis, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote principal scientist jobs in Florida?

Yes. About 33% of principal scientist openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Florida metros.

How do I apply for principal scientist jobs in Florida?

You can apply to principal scientist jobs in Florida directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Florida location, then apply to each one that fits.

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