Principal Chemist Jobs in Natick, 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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Principal Scientist - In Vivo Expert, CVRI (Cardiovascular, Renal & Immunology)

  • Bayer Inc.
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • moments ago
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • moments ago

At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We're...

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Principal Scientist, Spatial Omics

  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

In vitro cell culture and genomics library design experience is preferred....

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AS&T Principal Scientist - CGT & Biologi

  • Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

Job Description General Summary: The Principal Scientist will be part of Analytical Sciences and Technology (AS&T) team within Commercial Manufacturing & Technical Operations (CMTO) department....

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Principal Scientist I/II, Molecular Pathology

  • Novartis
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 22 hours ago

Biology...

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Principal Scientist, Analytical Development

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Operate and maintain essential instruments such as high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and mass spectrometry. Document and communicate results effectively to team members and leadership....

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Laboratory Manager (40 hr, Day)

  • Beth Israel Lahey Hospital
  • Needham, MA (5 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Needham, MA (5 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 1 day ago

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, youre making a difference in peoples lives. Ensure daily quality operations of the assigned laboratory section(s) occur smoothly...

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AS&T Principal Scientist - CGT & Biologics

  • Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description General Summary: The Principal Scientist will be part of Analytical Sciences and Technology (AS&T) team within Commercial Manufacturing & Technical Operations (CMTO) department....

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Senior Principal Scientist, Neuroscience, Clinical Biomarker, Late Phases, Translational Medicine

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Determines appropriate assays and vendors for clinical biomarkers, and manages outsourcing of biomarker assay development and validation partnering with Translational Sciences colleagues when applicable...

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Associate Principal Scientist, Biomarker Discovery, Multiomics

  • Merck Company
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 2 days ago

#EligibleforERP Required Skills: Assay, Assay Development, Cell-Based Assays, Cell Biology, Genomics, High-Throughput Screening, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Omics, Omics Technologies, RNA-Seq, Single...

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Associate Principal Scientist, Biomarker Discovery Automation & Engineering, Multi-omics

  • Merck Company
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Required Education Ph.D. in engineering, molecular biology, cell biology, genomics, computational biology or a related STEM discipline, with 35+ years of post-graduate industry experience....

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Principal Scientist, Translational Immunology & High-Throughput Precision Biomarkers

  • Merck Company
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 2 days ago

#EligibleforERP Required Skills: Assay Development, Biomarkers, Cell-Based Assays, Cell Culture Techniques, Cytokines, Cytometry, Flow Cytometry, Immunology, Induced Pluripotent Stem Cell (IPSC), iPS...

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Senior Director (Senior Principal Scientist), Translational Medicine, Immunology

  • Merck Sharp Dohme
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Senior Principal Scientist (Senior Medical Director) Translational Medicine, Immunology Translational Medicine in our Research & Development Division is responsible for planning and managing an...

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Principal Scientist, Computational Prote

  • Moderna Services, Inc.
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 4 days ago

The Role: Moderna is seeking a candidate to support protein design for vaccines and biologics across the mRNA pipeline. This is a hands-on scientific role for an experienced designer with deep...

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Senior Scientist, Chemistry and Delivery

  • Moderna Services, Inc.
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (12 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 5 days ago

The Role We are looking for an accomplished Scientist to spearhead the development of targeted lipid nanoparticle (LNP) formulations within our fast-moving, cross-functional R&D organization. In...

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Senior Principal Scientist, Translational Clinical Biomarkers

  • Oracle
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (15 miles from Natick, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Merck Keyword Location Search view all jobs Senior Principal Scientist, Translational Clinical Biomarkers Upper Gwynedd, PA Posted yesterday Apply Now Job Description We are seeking an...

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in Natick, MA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
47.7%
Bachelor's Degree
28.2%
Master's Degree
22.6%
Associate's Degree
0.6%
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 Natick, 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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