Chemist Jobs in Hopkinton, MA

A Chemist in the chemistry industry is primarily engaged in the study and experimentation of substances at the atomic and molecular levels. They examine the various ways in which the chemical substances interact, combine, and change to create various compounds. They are responsible for developing new and improved chemical products, processes, and materials. Chemists also perform quality control tests, prepare technical reports, and conduct research to advance knowledge in the field. Essential skills for this role include analytical thinking, problem-solving, attention to detail, and strong mathematical capabilities. Proficiency in laboratory techniques and the use of scientific software is also required.

Before becoming a Chemist, one may have roles such as Laboratory Technician, where they would gain experience in handling laboratory equipment, conducting tests, and maintaining a safe work environment. Another possible role is a Research Assistant, providing support for scientific experiments and data collection. These roles provide valuable practical experience and a chance to apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting. Important certifications to have would include a degree in Chemistry or a related field, and depending on the specific role, a postgraduate degree may be beneficial. Some positions may also require certification from a recognized professional body like the American Chemical Society (ACS).

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R&D Lab Analyst II

  • Westborough, MA (4 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (4 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 14 days ago

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Cytiva, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies,...

Application Support Scientist

  • Marlborough, MA (8 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (8 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 26 days ago

chromatography (LC-MS), and other analytical techniques with strong understanding of method development, validation, and troubleshooting for LC-MS/MS methods Ability to present scientific data clearly...

Sr. Quality Control Analyst

  • Waltham, MA (18 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (18 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

About Us Pace Life Sciences Pace makes the world a safer, healthier place. We advance the science of our pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical customers through the drug development process, from...

Mechanical Systems Development Engineer

  • Watertown, MA (20 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Watertown, MA (20 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Company Description We Are Bosch. At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people's lives. Our areas of activity are every...

Process Engineer ll

  • Somerville, MA (24 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Somerville, MA (24 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 5 hours ago

Sublime is advancing a breakthrough, clean, efficient, low-waste process for manufacturing cement, the essential ingredient in the most-consumed human-made material on Earth: concrete. Replacing...

Senior Scientist, Process Development II

  • Worcester, MA (14 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Worcester, MA (14 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

. + Formulate and convey analytical strategies to Analytical PDS&T functions and CMC business partners, guiding experimental execution for product analytical control strategies, method development/validation...

Sr Software Development Engineer

  • Wellesley, MA (14 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Wellesley, MA (14 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

At CVS Health, were building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nations leading...

Senior Principal Cloud Development Engineer

  • Waltham, MA (18 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA (18 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

Senior Principal Cloud Development Engineer Job Category: Engineering & Cloud Location: US - Massachusetts - Waltham **Meet Our Team:** Pegasystems develops strategic applications for sales,...

Scientist II

  • Waltham, MA (18 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA (18 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

Adecco is hiring a Research Scientist II for our Pharmaceutical partner in Waltham, MA. The anticipated hourly wage for this position is between $68 and $69.54. Hourly wage may depend upon...

In-vitro Scientist I

  • Cambridge, MA (23 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (23 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

Duration: 06 months contract (** **possible extension or conversion, performance based** **)** **Key Responsibilities:** We are looking for a highly motivated scientist to join our Exploratory...

Senior Scientist, II- Analytical Development ( On-site-Worcester, MA)

  • Worcester, MA (14 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Worcester, MA (14 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 12 hours ago

Industry experience in method development, qualification, validation, and method transfer in support of development and/or commercialization of biological products....

Process Engineer I

  • Webster, MA (19 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Webster, MA (19 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

Process Engineer I Location: Boston, MA or Webster, MA The candidate must be able to travel 75% + of the time throughout the nation and will be working out of the Webster, MA location when not...

Senior Scientist - Gene Therapy

  • Waltham, MA (18 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA (18 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

Pay Range: $68.02hr - $72.02hr The Structural Biologist will focus on elucidating the structural characteristics of AAV capsids to advance gene therapy programs. This role involves using cryo-EM...

Scientist, Cell Biology

  • Cambridge, MA (22 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA (22 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Company Summary Serif Biomedicines, Inc. is a privately held, early-stage biotechnology company developing a novel approach to gene therapy that can address currently untreatable diseases. Serif...

Scientist I

  • Cambridge, MA (22 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA (22 miles from Hopkinton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Hands on experience in carrying out size exclusion chromatography (SEC) and mass spectrometry....

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Salary for Chemist Jobs in Hopkinton, MA

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Highest Education Level

Chemists in Hopkinton, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.7%
Doctorate Degree
26.3%
Master's Degree
24.6%
Associate's Degree
1.5%
High School or GED
1.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.7%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Chemists in Hopkinton, MA
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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