Principal Chemist Jobs in Bridgewater, NJ

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 (Associate Director) -Outcomes Research

  • Merck Company
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Job Description Title: Associate Principal Scientist/Associate Director, Outcomes Research Division / Area: Value and Implementation Workday Job Profile: Consult with Global Human Resources Band /...

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Medical Principal Scientist

  • Haleon
  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Welcome to Haleon. Were a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, weve grown, evolved and are now...

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

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Princeton, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 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...

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Director / Principal Scientist, Biologics Drug Substance Commercialization (BDSC)

  • Merck Sharp Dohme
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of cell culture process development & commercialization?...

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Assoc. Principal Scientist Stat. Programming

  • Kedplasma
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Merck Keyword Location Search view all jobs Assoc. Principal Scientist Stat. Programming - Late-Stage, Infectious Disease (Hybrid) Upper Gwynedd, PA Posted 67 days ago Apply Now Job Description In...

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Principal Scientist, U.S. Medical & Scientific Affairs Wellness

  • Haleon
  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Warren, NJ (5 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Welcome to Haleon. Were a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, weve grown, evolved and are now...

Hybrid

Assoc. Principal Scientist Stat. Programming - Late-Stage, Infectious Disease (Hybrid)

  • Merck Sharp Dohme
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

In BARDS (Biostatistics and Research Decision Sciences), a distinguished department within our renowned Research and Development division, quantitative scientists, in partnership with other...

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Principal Scientist, Upstream Process Development

  • Merck Company
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Experience in CHO fed-batch cell culture and a working understanding of downstream & analytics....

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Principal Scientist (Director) -Outcomes Research

  • Merck Company
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description Under the guidance of a senior leader, the Principal Scientist (Director), Outcomes ResearchWomens Cancer will be a leader in the team responsible for a tumor-level evidence...

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Senior Principal Scientist, Translational Clinical Biomarkers

  • Merck Company
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Job Description We are seeking an accomplished and highly motivated Senior Principal Scientist (Sr. Director equivalent) to serve as an Immunology Biomarker Lead within Translational Clinical...

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Senior Scientist, Chemistry

  • Merck Company
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Job Description Our company is currently seeking an exceptional individual for a technical leadership position within the Supply Analytical Sciences (SAS) - Analytical Chemistry in Development and Supply...

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Senior Scientist, Chemistry

  • Actalent
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

To accomplish the above, the successful candidate must be a creative and innovative scientist with strong organic synthesis, problem-solving, interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills....

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Principal Scientist, Stat. Programming - A&R Standards, Innovation (Hybrid)

  • Merck Sharp Dohme
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Job Order Number: DF0769166 Job Title: Principal Scientist, Stat. Programming - A&R Standards, Innovation (Hybrid) Company: Merck Location: Rahway, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided...

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Associate Principal Scientist, Biologics Analytical Research & Development

  • Merck Company
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

SEC, RP, IEX) Extensive experience with process- and impurity-related residual assay development using molecular biology and immunoassay techniques Background in Analytical Methodologies and sound scientific...

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Associate Principal Scientist, Upstream Process Development

  • Merck Company
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: Experience with cell culture media development....

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Salary for Principal Chemist Jobs in Bridgewater, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in Bridgewater, NJ 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 Bridgewater, NJ
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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