Principal Chemist Jobs

A Principal Chemist is a senior professional in the chemistry industry who leads research and development activities, designs and conducts complex chemical experiments, and analyzes the results to develop innovative solutions or new scientific theories. They play a crucial role in synthesizing and characterizing new compounds, developing new tests and methodologies, interpreting data and preparing technical reports, papers, and presentations. They offer technical support to junior chemists and ensure the maintenance of safe laboratory conditions. They are also involved in the development and patenting of new products or techniques.

Important skills for a Principal Chemist include a strong understanding of chemistry principles, analytical thinking, problem-solving, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. They should have a Doctorate degree in Chemistry or a related field and multiple years of experience in a research setting. Common certifications include the Certified Chemist (CC) and Certified Clinical Data Manager (CCDM). A person may hold roles like Laboratory Technician, Research Chemist or Senior Chemist before ascending to the position of a Principal Chemist.

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Laboratory Manager

  • Brevard, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Brevard, NC
  • 16 days ago

Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a Laboratory Manager you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Mission Hospital which is...

ASCP Inpatient Laboratory Manager

  • Toppenish, WA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Toppenish, WA
  • 14 hours ago

This Joint Commission-accredited hospital in Southeastern Washington is seeking an ASCP Inpatient Laboratory Manager to lead laboratory operations in a high-complexity inpatient setting. This...

Laboratory Manager Hospital Acute Care

  • Toppenish, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Toppenish, WA
  • 1 day ago

A leading nonprofit healthcare provider in south central Washington, is seeking an experienced Hospital Laboratory Manager to oversee overall operations for an acute care hospital laboratory. The...

Principal Scientist/RNA & Vector biology

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 6 hours ago

At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. R&D is committed to discovering and delivering transformational...

R&D- Senior Chemist

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 6 hours ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 6 hours ago

The R&D Protective & Marine Infrastructure Water/Wastewater Senior Chemist will lead new product stage gate development and maintenance of business projects primarily for the water/wastewater...

Senior Chemist

  • Westlake, OH
  • 7 hours ago
  • Westlake, OH
  • 7 hours ago

are looking for Master’s degree in chemistry or equivalent experience 5+ years in depth relevant laboratory experience, with a focus on inorganic chemistry Broad knowledge of chemistry, including wet...

Sr. Principal Scientist, (Sr. Director) Health Economics

  • West Point, PA
  • 7 hours ago
  • West Point, PA
  • 7 hours ago

Job Description Under the direction of a HEDS Executive Director, the Senior Principal Scientist, Health Economics leads a team of health economists and outcomes researchers to develop health...

Principal Scientist, Downstream Biologics Process R&D

  • Rahway, NJ
  • 7 hours ago
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 7 hours ago

Job Description BPR&D Downstream Principal Scientist Job Description: Our Scientists are our Inventors. Using innovative thinking, state-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge science, and...

Principal Scientist- Cancer Biology

  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those arent words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely...

Technical Food Microbiology Laboratory Manager

  • Madison, WI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 7 hours ago

Science you can trust from concept to consumer. Since 1967, Deibel Laboratories has operated several private food testing facilities providing services in both Microbiology and Chemistry testing....

Principal Scientist, TSMS Cleaning Validation - ADN RAMP Team

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 hours ago

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world...

Principal Scientist

  • Malvern, PA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Malvern, PA
  • 7 hours ago

Qualifications BS or higher in analytical chemistry, chemistry or related subject. Advanced degree prefereed At least 8-10 years experience of working in an analytical laboratory....

Forensic Laboratory Manager - Latent Prints

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 11 hours ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 11 hours ago

Duties and Requirements Click to read more Duties Essential Functions: Exemplify the Department Values, both on and off duty. Supervise day-to-day operations of a Forensic Laboratory detail; plan,...

Requisition ID: 58084 Position Type: (US)Full Time Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Hybrid About Kerry Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical...

Principal Scientist - Bacteriologist/Molecular Genetics

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 18 hours ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 18 hours ago

Principal Scientist or Senior Principal Scientist, Bacteriologist/Molecular Geneticist Global Biologics, Swine Zoetis Veterinary Medicine Research and Development (VMRD), Swine Biologicals group...

Principal Chemist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Principal Information Management
Information management (IM) is the process of collecting, storing, managing and maintaining information in all its forms. Information management is a broad term that incorporates policies and...
The Day in the Life of a Principal
A Day in the Life of a Principal is a self paced course that will give you a first person experience into what a principal has to do, daily. This course is for anyone who is considering going into...
Principales to 2d Animation
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Salary for Principal Chemist Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
47.9%
Bachelor's Degree
28.1%
Master's Degree
22.3%
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 Principal Chemists
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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