Chemist Jobs in Westborough, 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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Senior Research Scientist Battery and Data Center Safety

  • FM
  • Norwood, MA (21 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Norwood, MA (21 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Established nearly two centuries ago, FM is a leading mutual insurance company whose capital, scientific research capability and engineering expertise are solely dedicated to property risk...

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FSP-Scientist Formulations (on-site)

  • ThermoFisher Scientific
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 18 hours ago

Jobs Waltham, MA FSP-Scientist Formulations (on-sit ThermoFisher Scientific FSP-Scientist Formulations (on-site) Waltham, MA Apply Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions...

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Associate Principle Scientist Product Discovery and Development

  • AstraZeneca
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago

data at internal AstraZeneca meetings and occasionally at external meetings Education & Experience Requirements: PhD degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, Material Sciences, Biomedical...

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FSP-Scientist Formulations

  • ThermoFisher Scientific
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Jobs Waltham, MA FSP-Scientist Formulations ThermoFisher Scientific FSP-Scientist Formulations Waltham, MA Apply Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Adherence to all Good...

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Field Application Scientist, Downstream Bioprocessing (MA)

  • ThermoFisher Scientific
  • Hopkinton, MA (4 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hopkinton, MA (4 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 3 days ago

systems, and filtration Downstream purification (chromatography, UF/DF) Proven record of technical engagement and process troubleshooting in Process Development and cGMP environments....

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Senior Scientist I - Advanced Developmen

  • Werfen USA, LLC *
  • Bedford, MA (23 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bedford, MA (23 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Information Number ICIMS-2026-9999 Job function R&D Job type Full-time Location Werfen - Bedford - 180 Hartwell Road Bedford, Massachusetts 01730 United States Country United States Shift 1st...

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Principal Development Engineer - Single

  • EMD Millipore
  • Bedford, MA (23 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bedford, MA (23 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our...

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Scientist II, Bioanalytical

  • Novo Nordisk
  • Lexington, MA (24 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lexington, MA (24 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Thermo Scientific, Sciex, Waters/Acquity, triple quad, HRMS, column chromatography, Xcalibur, Chromeleon, BioPharma Finder, Proteome Discoverer, Sciex OS, etc....

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Scientist, Gene Editing Sciences

  • MaxCyte
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Contribute to or lead novel assay development efforts to interrogate emerging genome editing modalities....

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Field Application Scientist, Downstream Bioprocessing (MA)

  • 33-0373077 Life Technologies Corporation
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago

systems, and filtration Downstream purification (chromatography, UF/DF) Proven record of technical engagement and process troubleshooting in Process Development and cGMP environments....

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Scientist, Downstream, Process Development and Manufacturing (PD/MFG) (Biologics)

  • Oruka Therapeutics, Inc.
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago

About Us: Oruka Therapeutics (Nasdaq: ORKA) is developing novel biologics designed to set a new standard for the treatment of chronic skin diseases. Oruka's mission is to offer patients suffering...

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AI Senior Scientist, Rare Cancer Discove

  • AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP (AZPLP)
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (20 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Title: AI Senior Scientist, Rare Cancer Discovery Location: Waltham, MA At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. Working here means being...

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Senior Scientist

  • AbbVie, Inc
  • Worcester, MA (9 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (9 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Demonstrated knowledge of biologics manufacturing processes, including cell culture and purification operations, and knowledge of process development and validation....

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Principal Development Engineer - Single-Use Film Development

  • Merck KGaA
  • Bedford, MA (23 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bedford, MA (23 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the...

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Scientist, Antibody Discovery

  • Stipple Bio
  • Watertown, MA (22 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Watertown, MA (22 miles from Westborough, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Company Description Stipple Bio, Inc. is a private biotechnology company harnessing epitope-level precision to create targeted cancer therapies. We pioneered a Pointillist epitomics' discovery...

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Salary for Chemist Jobs in Westborough, MA

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Highest Education Level

Chemists in Westborough, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.7%
Doctorate Degree
26.3%
Master's Degree
24.7%
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 Westborough, 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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