Managing Chemist Jobs in Lexington, MA

A Managing Chemist in the chemistry industry is responsible for overseeing the operations and personnel of a laboratory or research facility. They handle various tasks including the design and execution of laboratory testing in line with standard testing procedures, recording and analyzing data, and ensuring the proper functioning of lab machinery. They also work to ensure that all tests and procedures adhere to established quality protocols, safety guidelines, and government regulations. As a leader, they are responsible for training and mentoring team members, managing lab schedules, and liaising with stakeholders.

A Managing Chemist should ideally possess a PhD in Chemistry or a related field, along with several years of experience working in a laboratory setting. Important skills for this role include strong leadership and project management abilities, excellent problem-solving skills, and a keen attention to detail. They should also have proficiency in using lab software and equipment, and a thorough understanding of laboratory health and safety protocols. Prior to becoming a Managing Chemist, one might work as a Laboratory Technician, Research Chemist, or Senior Chemist, gradually acquiring the necessary skills and experience.

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AS&T Principal Scientist - CGT & Biologi

  • Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

Job Description General Summary: The Principal Scientist will be part of Analytical Sciences and Technology (AS&T) team within Commercial Manufacturing & Technical Operations (CMTO) department....

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Principal Scientist I/II, Molecular Pathology

  • Novartis
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 18 hours ago

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Principal Scientist Protein Formulation & Biophysical Characterization (High-Concentration Biologics)

  • Pfizer
  • Andover, MA (13 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Andover, MA (13 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Principal Scientist Protein Formulation & Biophysical Characterization (High-Concentration Biologics) is a hands-on, laboratory-focused, scientific leadership role within a biologics and vaccines...

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Principal Scientist, Analytical Development

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Operate and maintain essential instruments such as high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and mass spectrometry. Document and communicate results effectively to team members and leadership....

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Laboratory Manager (40 hr, Day)

  • Beth Israel Lahey Hospital
  • Needham, MA (12 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Needham, MA (12 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, youre making a difference in peoples lives. Ensure daily quality operations of the assigned laboratory section(s) occur smoothly...

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AS&T Principal Scientist - CGT & Biologics

  • Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description General Summary: The Principal Scientist will be part of Analytical Sciences and Technology (AS&T) team within Commercial Manufacturing & Technical Operations (CMTO) department....

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Senior Principal Scientist, Neuroscience, Clinical Biomarker, Late Phases, Translational Medicine

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Determines appropriate assays and vendors for clinical biomarkers, and manages outsourcing of biomarker assay development and validation partnering with Translational Sciences colleagues when applicable...

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Associate Principal Scientist, Biomarker Discovery, Multiomics

  • Merck Company
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 2 days ago

#EligibleforERP Required Skills: Assay, Assay Development, Cell-Based Assays, Cell Biology, Genomics, High-Throughput Screening, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Omics, Omics Technologies, RNA-Seq, Single...

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Associate Principal Scientist, Biomarker Discovery Automation & Engineering, Multi-omics

  • Merck Company
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Required Education Ph.D. in engineering, molecular biology, cell biology, genomics, computational biology or a related STEM discipline, with 35+ years of post-graduate industry experience....

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Principal Scientist, Translational Immunology & High-Throughput Precision Biomarkers

  • Merck Company
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 2 days ago

#EligibleforERP Required Skills: Assay Development, Biomarkers, Cell-Based Assays, Cell Culture Techniques, Cytokines, Cytometry, Flow Cytometry, Immunology, Induced Pluripotent Stem Cell (IPSC), iPS...

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Senior Director (Senior Principal Scientist), Translational Medicine, Immunology

  • Merck Sharp Dohme
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Senior Principal Scientist (Senior Medical Director) Translational Medicine, Immunology Translational Medicine in our Research & Development Division is responsible for planning and managing an...

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Principal Scientist, Computational Prote

  • Moderna Services, Inc.
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 4 days ago

The Role: Moderna is seeking a candidate to support protein design for vaccines and biologics across the mRNA pipeline. This is a hands-on scientific role for an experienced designer with deep...

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Senior Scientist, Chemistry and Delivery

  • Moderna Services, Inc.
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 5 days ago

The Role We are looking for an accomplished Scientist to spearhead the development of targeted lipid nanoparticle (LNP) formulations within our fast-moving, cross-functional R&D organization. In...

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Senior Principal Scientist, Translational Clinical Biomarkers

  • Oracle
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Merck Keyword Location Search view all jobs Senior Principal Scientist, Translational Clinical Biomarkers Upper Gwynedd, PA Posted yesterday Apply Now Job Description We are seeking an...

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Senior Principal Scientist / Director: Drug Discovery - Transcriptomics

  • Bayer Inc.
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 6 days ago

At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We're...

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Highest Education Level

Managing Chemists in Lexington, MA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
47.7%
Bachelor's Degree
28.2%
Master's Degree
22.6%
Associate's Degree
0.6%
High School or GED
0.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.3%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.0%

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