Principal Chemist Jobs in Shrewsbury, 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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Associate Principal Scientist

  • Framingham, MA (14 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (14 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Associate Principal Scientist - In vitro Toxicology - Microelectrode Array Location: Framingham, Massachusetts About Us: this is who we are At Cyprotex, an Evotec company, we believe...

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

  • Devens, MA (17 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Devens, MA (17 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 4 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...

Laboratory Manager, Blood Bank

  • Worcester, MA (4 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (4 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 11 days ago

ASCP Specialist Certification: Blood Bank (SBB), Chemistry (SC), Cytology (SCT), Cytometry (SCYM), Hematology (SH), Microbiology (SM), Molecular Biology (SMB)....

Principal Scientist/Engineer - Ambient AQ & Emissions Specialist

  • Marlborough, MA (9 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (9 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Job Title Principal Scientist/Engineer - Ambient Air Quality & Emissions Specialist with Business Acumen Vacancy No VN4991 Employment Type Permanent Contract Type Full-Time Advert Are you a...

Senior Scientist/Principal Scientist - Biotherapeutic Engineering

  • Waltham, MA (24 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Waltham, MA (24 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 24 days ago

Associate Director/Director, Digital Innovation Alchemist Xilio Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company discovering and developing tumor-activated immuno-oncology (I-O) therapies...

Principal Scientist, QC Assay Automation, Cell Therapy in Devens, MA

  • Devens, MA (17 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Devens, MA (17 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 25 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...

Senior or Principal Scientist

  • Waltham, MA (24 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Waltham, MA (24 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

biology, genomics, or related field with 4+ years of relevant post-graduate experience in an academic or biotech setting Deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience in high sensitivity genome...

Principal Scientist I - Discovery Bioanalysis

  • Worcester, MA (4 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Worcester, MA (4 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant...

Principal Scientist - Upstream Process Development - Onsite - Marlborough, MA

  • Marlborough, MA (9 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (9 miles from Shrewsbury, MA)
  • 90+ days ago

Experience in the design and execution of current molecular biology and biochemical assay techniques including PCR, qPCR, ddPCR, NGS, WB, IF, ELISA, and Flow Cytometry is highly desirable....

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Salary for Principal Chemist Jobs in Shrewsbury, MA

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in Shrewsbury, MA 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 Shrewsbury, 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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