Chemist Jobs in Florissant, MO

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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Clinical Laboratory Scientist

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 13 hours ago

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance...

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Research Scientist I

  • INOTIV
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 1 day ago

The Research Scientist I is responsible for conducting bioanalytical laboratory work, including sample preparation, LC-MS/MS analysis, data review, reporting, basic equipment maintenance, and...

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Clinical Lab Scientist

  • SSM Health
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 1 day ago

- California Department of Public Health Or Clinical Chemist Scientist - California Department of Public Health Or Clinical Hematologist Scientist - California Department of Public Health Or Clinical...

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Software Development Engineer - C++

  • London Stock Exchange Group
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 1 day ago

ABOUT US: LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a commitment to...

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Chemist

  • U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
  • Hazelwood, MO (1 mile from Florissant, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hazelwood, MO (1 mile from Florissant, MO)
  • 2 days ago

Basic Requirement for the Chemist 1320 Series: Degree : Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) physical sciences, life sciences, or engineering that included 30 semester hours in chemistry, supplemented...

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Clinical Laboratory Scientist

  • SSM Health
  • Saint Charles, MO (5 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MO (5 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 2 days ago

- California Department of Public Health Or Clinical Chemist Scientist - California Department of Public Health Or Clinical Hematologist Scientist - California Department of Public Health Or Clinical...

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Clinical Laboratory Scientist Lead

  • SSM Health
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 2 days ago

- California Department of Public Health Or Clinical Chemist Scientist - California Department of Public Health Or Clinical Hematologist Scientist - California Department of Public Health Or Clinical...

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Staff Software Development Engineer, Web

  • WEX Inc
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 4 days ago

This is a remote position; however, the candidate must reside within 30 miles of one of the following locations: Boston, MA; San Francisco Bay Area, CA; Dallas, TX; Salt Lake City, UT; Seattle,...

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Analytical Development Scientist II

  • Kindeva Drug Delivery
  • Bridgeton, MO (4 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bridgeton, MO (4 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 4 days ago

chemistry methods....

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Process Development Scientist St. Louis

  • Merck KGaA
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 4 days ago

Lead development studies for purification of therapeutic proteins using MilliporeSigma technologies (sterile filtration, depth filtration, tangential flow filtration, viral reduction filtration, chromatography...

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Associate Production Scientist - 1st Shift

  • Merck KGaA
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 5 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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Senior Scientist - Allergy & Immunology

  • Washington University
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Conduct in vitro experiments using cell culture models and infectious viruses, including viral infection assays, neutralization assays, ELISA-based assays, and immune phenotyping....

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Scientist, Bioinformatics

  • Bruker Corporation
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Overview Bruker is enabling scientists to make breakthrough discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Bruker's high-performance scientific instruments and...

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Senior Associate Production Scientist - Rotating Shift

  • Merck KGaA
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 6 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 LC/GC Data Interpretation, Medical Device

  • Eurofins
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (15 miles from Florissant, MO)
  • 7 days ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is a global leader in analytical testing, operating over 950 labs in 60 countries with 65,000 employees. Job Description Example of a case study: Client is...

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Salary for Chemist Jobs in Florissant, MO

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Highest Education Level

Chemists in Florissant, MO 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 Florissant, MO
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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