Managing Scientist Jobs in Pennsylvania

A Managing Scientist in the chemistry industry plays a vital role in managing and leading a team of scientists and researchers. They are primarily responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and execution of research projects in an organization. Job responsibilities include developing and implementing research goals, setting budgets, ensuring regulatory compliance, hiring and training staff, and communicating research findings to stakeholders. They also collaborate with other departments and teams to drive strategic initiatives and influence the direction of the company's scientific pursuits.

A Managing Scientist must possess a strong set of skills including leadership, project management, and excellent communication abilities. They should have a deep understanding of chemistry principles and practices, as well as be well-versed in safety protocols and regulatory requirements. A PhD in chemistry or a related field is typically required, coupled with significant experiences in a scientific research environment. Relevant certifications such as Certified Professional Chemist (CPC) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Managing Scientist, an individual may hold roles such as Research Scientist, Lead Scientist, or Laboratory Manager, providing them with the necessary knowledge and experience to oversee a team and drive research projects.

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Senior Chemist

  • Plumsteadville, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Plumsteadville, PA
  • 1 day ago

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety...

As Principal Scientist, in the Protein Design and Informatics (PDI) team, you will focus on developing, integrating, and embedding bleeding edge computational methods and predictive in silico...

Principal Scientist, Clinical Research, GI cancer

  • North Wales, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • North Wales, PA
  • 1 day ago

The Director (Principal Scientist) has primary responsibility for the planning and directing of clinical research activities involving new or marketed Oncology medicines. Our company Oncology...

Senior Principal Scientist, Clinical Research, Neuroscience

  • Upper Gwynedd, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Upper Gwynedd, PA
  • 1 day ago

Our Clinical and Pharmacovigilance teams manage studies to provide the safety and efficacy data required for regulatory approval of potential new drugs, vaccines and new indications for existing...

Principal Scientist, Protein Design and Informatics

  • Collegeville, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA
  • 4 days ago

Site Name: USA - Pennsylvania - Upper Providence, UK - Hertfordshire - Stevenage, USA - California - San Francisco, USA - Massachusetts - Cambridge Posted Date: Jul 7 2025 As Principal Scientist,...

Principal Scientist, In Silico Discovery - Biologics

  • Spring House, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Spring House, PA
  • 8 days ago

Job title Principal Scientist, In Silico Discovery - Biologics Function Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development Sub function Biological Research Category Principal Scientist, Biological...

Laboratory Manager

  • Doylestown, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Doylestown, PA
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary: Delaware Valley University invites applications for a Laboratory Manager who will also serve as the Chemical Hygiene Officer for the institution to start in the Fall 2025 semester....

Laboratory Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 9 days ago

Job Details Laboratory Manager Job Description Organizes and directs the daily activities of a laboratory, supervises subordinates to ensure quality control and compliance with relevant policies...

Job Details Reporting to the divisional Laboratory Director, the Laboratory Manager plans, directs, and supervises all administrative, technical, and fiscal aspects of the Reporting to the...

Associate Principal Scientist, Upstream Drug Substance SME

  • West Point, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • West Point, PA
  • 9 days ago

Job Description As part of Our Companys Manufacturing Division, within the Bioprocess Drug Substance Commercialization (BDSC), the Cell Culture and Fermentation Sciences (CCFS) department provides...

Senior Principal Scientist, In Silico Discovery - Biologics

  • Spring House, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • Spring House, PA
  • 9 days ago

Job title Senior Principal Scientist, In Silico Discovery - Biologics Function Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development Sub function Biological Research Category Senior Principal Scientist,...

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the world's most renowned education institutions. With ground-breaking brain science, path-breaking...

Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director) - Outcomes Research (Lung)

  • North Wales, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • North Wales, PA
  • 10 days ago

Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director) - Oues Research (Lung) Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director) - Oues Research (Lung) remote type Hybrid locations USA - Pennsylvania...

Laboratory Manager - College of Engineering - Biomedical Engineering

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 11 days ago

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the worlds most renowned education institutions. With ground-breaking brain science, path-breaking...

Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director) - Outcomes Research (Lung)

  • Upper Gwynedd, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Upper Gwynedd, PA
  • 11 days ago

Job Description Job Description: This position resides within our company's Value and Implementation (V&I), Outcomes Research organization, which is responsible for real-world evidence generation...

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Salary for Managing Scientist Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Highest Education Level

Managing Scientists in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
47.9%
Bachelor's Degree
28.0%
Master's Degree
22.5%
Associate's Degree
0.7%
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 Scientists in Pennsylvania
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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