Principal Chemist Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in Massachusetts

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, Analytical Development

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, 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....

Hybrid

AS&T Principal Scientist - CGT & Biologics

  • Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day 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....

Remote Hybrid

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

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day 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...

Hybrid

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

  • Merck Sharp Dohme
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, 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...

Hybrid

Senior Principal Scientist, Lab Head Medicinal Chemistry

  • Sanofi
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 11 days ago

Senior Principal Scientist, Lab Head Medicinal Chemistry Employer Sanofi Location Cambridge, Massachusetts Start date May 21, 2026 View more categories View less categories Discipline Science/R D,...

Hybrid

Principal Scientist, Drug Substance Process Development & Manufacturing (mAB development focus)

  • Generate Biomedicines
  • Somerville, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Somerville, MA
  • 11 days ago

The Role: We are seeking a Principal Scientist, DS Process Development & Manufacturing, to join our growing Drug Substance group at Generate:Biomedicines. This role will support monoclonal...

Hybrid

Principal Scientist, Analytical Science and Technology (ASAT), Cell Therapy

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Devens, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Devens, MA
  • 11 days ago

Duties/Responsibilities Subject matter expert in Cell Biology and/or Molecular Biology, leads method technical investigation, method optimization/remediations, method transfer and method validation...

Hybrid

Principal Scientist, Data Science - Digital Media

  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 15 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 15 days ago

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments...

Hybrid

Principal Scientist, Discovery BioSciences - Integrative New Targets, Oncology

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 24 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 24 days ago

biology, and genetic perturbation (eg shRNA, CRISPR, degron tagging of endogenous loci) is required....

Hybrid

MSAT Principal Scientist, Biologics

  • Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc
  • Boston, MA
  • 27 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 27 days ago

Job Description General Summary: The Principal Scientist/Engineer, Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) - Biologics & Cell Therapy is a key technical role within the Commercial...

Remote Hybrid

Principal Scientist, QC Analytical, Cell Therapy

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Devens, MA
  • 27 days ago
  • Devens, MA
  • 27 days ago

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely...

Hybrid

Principal Scientist, Quality Control, Bioanalytical Techniques

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Devens, MA
  • 28 days ago
  • Devens, MA
  • 28 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...

Hybrid

Manufacturing Science and Technology Principal Scientist

  • Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc
  • Boston, MA
  • 29 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 29 days ago

Job Description General Summary: The incumbent will work cross-functionally with colleagues in the BSMO/CMSC, Regulatory, Quality and R&D of Vertex on the design of processes and technologies...

Remote Hybrid

Principal Scientist, Cancer Immunology Clinical Translational Research

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 30+ 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...

Hybrid

Principal Scientist, Computational Biology

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 30+ 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...

Hybrid

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Salary for Principal Chemist Jobs in Massachusetts

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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