Principal Chemist Jobs in Lowell, MA

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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Senior/ Principal Scientist, Immunology and Pharmacology

  • Bedford, MA (10 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Bedford, MA (10 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 3 hours ago

The Role: Title: Senior/Principal Scientist, Immunology and Pharmacology Job summary: The PharmaEssentia Innovation Research Center is building a world-class new drug discovery team in Boston...

Oligonucleotide Conjugation Principal Scientist

  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Site Name: USA - Massachusetts - Cambridge Posted Date: Jul 9 2025 The successful candidate will help to establish pre-clinical capabilities within GSK's new oligo synthesis and conjugation lab....

Principal Scientist

  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Chemistry or related area with extensive experience performing independent scientific research Four or more years of experience in pharmaceutical process development with related experience in analytical...

Clinical Research Coordinator 1-Immunology Oncology

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Work Shift: Day (United States of America) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a...

FAST Labs Principal Scientist Misson Applications and Modeling

  • Merrimack, NH (17 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Merrimack, NH (17 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago

FAST Labs, the research and development organization of the Electronic Systems Sector at BAE Systems, is searching for a Scientist to drive new research in the Multi-Modal Sensing and Response...

Principal Scientist, Peptides

  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Provide critical scientific and strategic leadership for peptide projects, focusing on the development of scalable synthetic routes, robust purification processes, comprehensive analytical...

Manufacturing Science & Technology Senior Principal Scientist

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description General/Position Summary: The Senior Principal Scientist/Particle Management (Manufacturing Science and Technology) will support the manufacturing network by applying a deep...

Principal Scientist, Protein Design and Informatics

  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 3 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,...

Associate Principal Scientist Biologics AI Innovation

  • Waltham, MA (17 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (17 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 4 days ago

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and visionary Associate Principal Scientist to drive Biologics AI innovation at AstraZenecas US R&D centers in Waltham, MA or Gaithersburg, MD. This...

Principal Scientist, Analytical Science Lead

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 5 days ago

This is a hands-on, senior-level position ideal for a scientifically curious leader with deep technical fluency in analytical chemistry, method development, and data interpretation....

Group Leader, Principal Scientist, Quantitative System Pharmacology (QSP)

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Metrum Research Group Group Leader, Principal Scientist, Quantitative System Pharmacology (QSP) Job Posted 7 Days Ago Posted 7 Days Ago Be an Early Applicant In-Office Boston, MA 130K-200K...

Senior Principal Scientist I, DMPK Rep / Quantitative Pharmacology

  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Senior Principal Scientist I, DMPK Rep / Quantitative Pharmacology **Location** : Cambridge, MA **About the Job** Are you ready to shape the future of medicine? The race is on to speed up drug...

Senior Principal Scientist, Discovery Biotherapeutics, Selection Technologies

  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 9 days 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...

Principal Scientist, Manufacturing Technology (Process Transfer, Validation and Projects)

  • Devens, MA (17 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Devens, MA (17 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 9 days 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...

Associate Principal Scientist, PharmaR&D

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Human Disease, Genetics/Genomics, Molecular Biology, or Immunology Comfort in a client-facing role Proficient in R or Python Strong understanding of the molecular nature of human disease Expert in delivering...

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in Lowell, MA 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 Principal Chemists in Lowell, 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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