Principal Chemist Jobs in Hayward, CA

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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Principal Scientist Biomarker Development and Translational Research

  • South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Who You Are: PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in molecular biology, cancer biology, oncology, computational biology, or a related field. Deep expertise in prostate cancer is preferred....

Associate Principal Scientist, Biology-Discovery

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 1 day ago

biology techniques including gene synthesis, cloning, vector generation and sequencing#EligibleforERPCurrent Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HEREUS and Puerto Rico Residents Only...

Principal Scientist

  • South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About Firefly Bio: Firefly specializes in Degrader Antibody Conjugates (DACs) which combine the unique strengths of ADCs with selective protein degraders. Our state-of-the-art platform results in...

Laboratory Manager

  • Fremont, CA (8 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (8 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Joining TUV Rheinland means working for one of the world's leading testing, inspection, and certification service providers with more than 20,000 employees globally. Our employees are our most...

Calibration and Service Laboratory Manager

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Calibration and Service Laboratory Manager Job Employer Name:SpiderID: 13794681 Location: San Jose, CaliforniaDate Posted: 7/19/2024 Wage: $85000 - $90000 per yearCategory: Manufacturing Job Code:...

Laboratory Manager

  • Pleasanton, CA (12 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (12 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Joining TÜV Rheinland means working for one of the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification service providers with more than 20,000 employees globally. Our employees are our most...

Associate Principal Scientist, Toxicokinetics

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago

The Toxicokinetics group within the Translational Modeling group of Pharmacokinetics, Dynamics, Metabolism and Bioanalytics (PDMB) in West Point, PA is seeking a highly motivated Associated...

Associate Director/Principal Scientist

  • Foster City, CA (13 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Foster City, CA (13 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 days ago

At Gilead, were creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, weve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer working relentlessly to develop therapies...

Senior Principal Scientist, Precision Medicine, Immunology

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Senior Principal Scientist, Precision Medicine, Immunology Precision Medicine is an integral part of our Immunology Therapeutic Area. To support our growing Immunology pipeline across...

Principal / Senior Principal Scientist - Lupus & Nephrology Translational Medicine

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 9 days ago

The PositionWe advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love The mission of Translational Medicine is to develop and execute innovative biomarker and diagnostic strategies...

Principal/Senior Principal Scientist- Translational Medicine (OMNI- Multiple Sclerosis)

  • South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 9 days ago

The Position We advance science so that we all have more time with the people we love. The Translational Medicine department at Genentech provides translational research to inform clinical...

Principal Scientist, IVD Product Development

  • South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Hands-on knowledge of the biochemistry underlying multi-component molecular biology methods at the sample preparation, assay and detection level....

Principal Scientist, Large Molecule CMC Bioassay Development

  • South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Qualifications/Skills: Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or a related field with 10+ years of directly relevant experience, or M.S. with 14+ years of directly relevant experience...

Principal Scientist Translational Medicine, Oncology (Prostate Cancer Development and Translational Research)

  • South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Who You Are: PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in molecular biology, cancer biology, oncology, computational biology, or a related field. Deep expertise in prostate cancer is preferred....

Senior Surface Chemistry Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA (23 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (23 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 17 days ago

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued,...

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Salary for Principal Chemist Jobs in Hayward, CA

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in Hayward, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
48.0%
Bachelor's Degree
28.0%
Master's Degree
22.4%
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 in Hayward, CA
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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