Chemist Jobs in Albany, NY

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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Chemistry Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Chemistry Medical Technologist in New York State

  • K.A. Recruiting
  • Newtonville, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Newtonville, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 17 hours ago

Looking for a new Med Tech job? My name is Leah and I'm a healthcare recruiter, I'm here to help! I have an awesome Chemistry Med Tech role available near Newtonville, New York State! Details -...

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Medical Lab Scientist Per Diem

  • St Mary's Healthcare Amsterdam
  • Amsterdam, NY (22 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Amsterdam, NY (22 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 4 days ago

St. Mary's Healthcare has been providing high-quality, compassionate healthcare to the people of Montgomery and Fulton counties since 1903. At St. Mary's Hospital, the Rao Outpatient Pavilion and...

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Forensic Scientist - Seized Drugs

  • State of New York
  • Albany, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 4 days ago

Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job...

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Lead Scientist - Ceramic Coatings

  • GE Vernova
  • Schenectady, NY (8 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY (8 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Summary As a Lead Scientist specializing in advanced ceramic materials and coating systems, the successful candidate will lead research and development efforts focused on the design, optimization,...

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Research Scientist II; Analytical Development (Particle Engineering)

  • Curia
  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago

Research Scientist II; Analytical Development (Particle Engineering) Albany, NY Build your future at Curia, where our work has the power to save lives. Curia is a global contract development and...

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Sr. Device Development Engineer (Project Leadership)

  • Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
  • East Greenbush, NY (12 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • East Greenbush, NY (12 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Regeneron is seeking a Sr. Device Development Engineer to join our project lead team. The Sr. Device Development Engineer will drive the end-to-end development of a device combination product...

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Research Chemist

  • Astrix Inc
  • Albany, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 6 days ago

, is seeking an Analytical Research Chemist to join their growing team....

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Staff Analytical Scientist

  • Regeneron
  • Rensselaer, NY (9 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rensselaer, NY (9 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Staff Analytical Scientist Regeneron - 3.6 Rensselaer, NY Job Details $108,000 - $176,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Parental...

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Analytical Research Chemist

  • Astrix Inc
  • Albany, NY
  • 10 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 10 days ago

Our client, a highly respected organization in the scientific and laboratory services industry, is seeking a Analytical Research Chemist to join their growing team....

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Research Scientist 1 (Analytical Chemistry) - 14443

  • State of New York
  • Albany, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 13 days ago

Preferred Qualifications: One to three years of hands on experience with Gas Chromatography or Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry instrumentation and software; experience with the development or revision...

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Field Process Engineer 4

  • Lam Research
  • Malta, NY (18 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Malta, NY (18 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 14 days ago

The group youll be a part of The Customer Support Business Group focuses on enabling our customers with premier customer support throughout their lifecycle with Lam. We drive performance,...

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Principal Semiconductor Trap Fabrication Scientist - 842

  • Quantinuum
  • Malta, NY (18 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Malta, NY (18 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 14 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Principal Semiconductor Trap Fabrication Scientist to work on a supplier site in Malta, NY as a full time Quantinuum employee developing highly scaled ion traps for...

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Senior Advanced Semiconductor Trap Fabrication Scientist - 841

  • Quantinuum
  • Malta, NY (18 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Malta, NY (18 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 14 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Senior Advanced Semiconductor Trap Fabrication Scientist to work on a supplier site in Malta, NY as a full time Quantinuum employee developing highly scaled ion traps...

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Sr. Quality Control Scientist (Chemistry)

  • Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
  • Rensselaer, NY (9 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Rensselaer, NY (9 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 18 days ago

This position performs assay development, characterization, optimization, transfer, validation, and investigations for QC....

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Analytical Science Clinical Biochemistry Scientist Group Leader

  • Eurofins
  • Rensselaer, NY (9 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Rensselaer, NY (9 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 20 days ago

Company Description The work we do at Eurofins matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our employees the ability to break into the...

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Demographic Data for Albany, NY

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Salary for Chemist Jobs in Albany, NY

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Highest Education Level

Chemists in Albany, NY 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 Albany, NY
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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