Principal Chemist Jobs in Stamford, CT

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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Sr Principal Scientist - Imaging

  • Tarrytown, NY (16 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 18 days ago
  • Tarrytown, NY (16 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 18 days ago

The Senior Principal Scientist is responsible for spearheading the imaging biomarker strategy and implementation across cardiovascular and metabolic indications in early- and late-phase clinical...

Laboratory Manager - Core Lab

  • Greenwich, CT (4 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 23 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT (4 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 23 days ago

Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered,...

Principal Scientist- Infectious Disease

  • Tarrytown, NY (16 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tarrytown, NY (16 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a highly skilled, motivated, and innovative Principal Scientist to lead the development of antiviral immunological therapies. In this role, you will independently lead research...

Principal Scientist, Velocigene- Design & Molecular Biology

  • Tarrytown, NY (16 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tarrytown, NY (16 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Optimize wet lab molecular biology techniques including high-quality nucleic acid extraction from various tissues and cells, library preparation, and process improvement....

Principal/Senior Principal Scientist - Preclinical PK/PD Modeler, Biotherapeutics

  • Ridgefield, CT (17 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ridgefield, CT (17 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

As a member of the NBE (New Biological Entity) - Pharmacokinetics group, the successful Principal/Senior Principal Scientist will design and implement mechanistic PK/PD and quantitative systems...

Principal Scientist

  • Tarrytown, NY (16 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tarrytown, NY (16 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a highly motivated Principal Scientist within the Formulation Development Group (FDG) of Regeneron Pharmaceutical Inc. at Tarrytown, NY. The Principal Scientist leads formulation...

Senior Principal Scientist, AI/ML Antibody Design & Engineering

  • Tarrytown, NY (16 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tarrytown, NY (16 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

We are seeking a highly talented and motivated Senior Principal Scientist specializing in AI Machine Learning to lead the design and engineering of our next-generation antibody-based protein...

Principal Scientist, Protein Design and Antibody Engineering

  • Tarrytown, NY (16 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tarrytown, NY (16 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Principal Scientist with expertise in computational biology, protein structural modeling and engineering, and artificial intelligence to join the...

Principal Scientist Upstream Process Development Lead

  • Pearl River, NY (24 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pearl River, NY (24 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 90+ days ago

What You Will Achieve This is a laboratory-based role in which the incumbent will lead development of state-of-the-art mammalian cell culture and bacterial fermentation processes for production of...

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in Stamford, CT offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
47.9%
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 Stamford, CT
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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