Principal Chemist Jobs in Edison, 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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Principal Scientist, Clinical Pharmacology

  • Raritan, NJ (13 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • Raritan, NJ (13 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • moments ago

Job title Principal Scientist, Clinical Pharmacology Function Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development Sub function Pharmacokinetics & Pharmacometrics Category Principal Scientist,...

Associate Principal Scientist, Analytical External Capabilities/Devices

  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Job Description Job Description: The selected candidate will work in the Analytical Research & Development (AR&D) department within the Development Sciences and Clinical Supplies (DSCS)...

Principal Scientist, Process Control and Data Analytics

  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago

The Principal Scientist, Process Control and Data Analytics will be responsible for leading a team focused on developing and implementing product control strategies, statistical analysis, and...

Manager/Principal Scientist Research & Development - Polymer Formulation

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

The R&D Formulation Manager/Principal Scientist is expected to be a subject matter expert in areas including polymer material science, formulation strategies, analytical chemistry, and biomaterial interactions...

Laboratory Manager - experienced with LCMS-MS

  • Dayton, NJ (11 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dayton, NJ (11 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Analytical Chemistry: Subject matter expert in inorganic/organic environmental chemistry. Mathematical Skills: Some knowledge and understanding of financial statements and operating budgets....

Device Development Associate Principal Scientist Development Strategy, Design Controls (Associate Director Equivalent)

  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Device Development Associate Principal Scientist Development Strategy, Design Controls (Associate Director Equivalent) Our companys Device Development & Technology (DD&T) Team...

Principal Scientist, Peptide Computational Chemistry

  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Position Description We are seeking a creative, self-motivated computational chemist with exceptional interpersonal and problem-solving skills to join our Modeling and Informatics...

Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director) - Real-world Data Analytics and Innovation

  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

You are a highly skilled and experienced health/healthcare data scientist with a strong background in Real-world Data (RWD) analytics used to implement health economic and outcomes research...

Associate Principal Scientist (Assoc Diirector) - Real-world Data Analytics and Innovation

  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

You are a highly skilled and experienced health/healthcare data scientist with a strong background in Real-world Data (RWD) analytics used to implement health economic and outcomes research...

Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director), Device CMC Regulatory (Hybrid)

  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

This Associate Principal Scientist position is equivalent to an Associate Director position. Under direction from a Director, the Associate Principal Scientist is responsible for implementing...

Senior Scientist, Chemistry

  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Required Experience and Skills: Strong background and extensive hands-on experience with common analytical techniques such as Ultrahigh/High Performance Liquid Chromatography (UHPLC/HPLC), Gas Chromatography...

Principal Scientist, Video Coding

  • New Providence, NJ (12 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Providence, NJ (12 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Join the TECH CTO VR Video Coding Research team at Nokia TECH as a Principal Scientist and influence the future of video technology! In this pivotal role, you will develop, implement, and test...

Senior Chemist I, Hair Care, Scalp, & Manageability Development, LOreal Research & Innovation

  • Clark, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Clark, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Home ( / Job Search ( / 203679 Senior Chemist I, Hair Care, Scalp, & Manageability Development, L'Oreal Research & Innovation Clark, NJ, New Jersey Apply now ( Back Permanent New Jersey Clark, NJ...

VIP Laboratory Manager

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Position Summary The VIP (Vertically Integrated Projects) Lab Manager at NYU Tandon is responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient operation of open lab and making facilities used by...

VIP Laboratory Manager New York University

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

VIP Laboratory Manager US-NY-Brooklyn Job ID: 2025-14431 Type: NYU Tandon School of Engineering (PE1001) # of Openings: 1 Category: Health Services New York University Overview The VIP (Vertically...

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Salary for Principal Chemist Jobs in Edison, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in Edison, NJ offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
48.0%
Bachelor's Degree
28.1%
Master's Degree
22.3%
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 Edison, 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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