Principal Chemist Jobs in Hackensack, 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, Biostatistics

  • Rahway, NJ (22 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Rahway, NJ (22 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

Job Description Position Description This position is for a principal scientist in biostatistics. The candidate should have a solid knowledge of statistical methodology, experimental design,...

3D Imaging Laboratory Manager

  • Bronx, NY (8 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bronx, NY (8 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

City/State:**Bronx, New York**Grant Funded:**No**Department:**Department Of Radiology**Work Shift:**Day**Work Days:**MON-FRI**Scheduled Hours:**9 AM-5 PM**Scheduled Daily Hours:**7 HOURS**Pay...

3D Imaging Laboratory Manager

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

City/State: Bronx, New York Grant Funded: No Department: Department Of Radiology Work Shift: Day Work Days: MON-FRI Scheduled Hours: 9 AM-5 PM Scheduled Daily Hours: 7 HOURS Pay Range:...

Principal Scientist - Cancer Vaccines

  • Fort Lee, NJ (4 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fort Lee, NJ (4 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Principal Scientist - Cancer Vaccines Employer InVitro Cell Research, LLC Location Fort Lee, NJ Start date Jul 7, 2025 categories job Click to add the job to your shortlist Job Details Company Job...

Senior Principal Scientist, Clinical Research, Neuroscience

  • Rahway, NJ (22 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (22 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Our Clinical and Pharmacovigilance teams manage studies to provide the safety and efficacy data required for regulatory approval of potential new drugs, vaccines and new...

Principal Scientist, Clinical Research, GI cancer

  • Rahway, NJ (22 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (22 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description The Director (Principal Scientist) has primary responsibility for the planning and directing of clinical research activities involving new or marketed Oncology medicines. Our...

Principal Scientist

  • Tarrytown, NY (17 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tarrytown, NY (17 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Job Title: Principal Scientist Job Description The successful candidate will join a team dedicated to developing functional assays on primary immune cells and tumor cells to assess combinatory...

Laboratory Manager - Full Time Days

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Where Amazing Works: Clinical Lab Science Saves Lives NYP/Allen Hospital Laboratory Manager - Full Time Days Amazing Things Are Happening at NewYork-Presbyterian/Allen Hospital - caring for 70,000...

Preclinical Principal Scientist, Research & Development

  • Brooklyn, NY (13 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (13 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Cresilon is a Brooklyn-based biotechnology company that develops, manufactures, and markets hemostatic medical devices utilizing the company's proprietary hydrogel technology. The company's...

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Senior/Principal Scientist, Machine Learning Drug Discovery

  • New York City, NY (12 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • New York City, NY (12 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

The Position A healthier future. It's what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come....

Principal Scientist, Downstream Biologics Process R&D

  • Rahway, NJ (22 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (22 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

BPR D Downstream Principal Scientist Job Description: Our Scientists are our Inventors. Using innovative thinking, state-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge science, and technology, we partner to...

Laboratory Manager

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Laboratory Manager Title: Laboratory Manager Location: Upper East Side Org Unit: PGD Lab Work Days: Weekdays and some weekends Weekly Hours: 35.00 Exemption Status: Exempt Salary Range: $86,000.00...

Senior Principal Scientist, Translational Medicine, Immunology

  • Rahway, NJ (22 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (22 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

**Senior Principal Scientist Translational Medicine, Immunology** Translational Medicine in our Research & Development Division is responsible for planning and management of an important...

Laboratory Manager - Abdus-Saboor Lab

  • New York City, NY (12 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • New York City, NY (12 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

The lab of Dr. Ishmail Abdus-Saboor, Freeman Hrabowski Scholar at Columbia University is seeking a Lab Manager to lead day-to-day operations. Since opening in 2018, the Abdus-Saboor lab has...

Laboratory Manager - Abdus-Saboor Lab

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

Primary Work Address: 100 Haven Avenue, New York, NY, 10032 Current HHMI Employees, click here to apply via your Workday account. The lab of Dr. Ishmail Abdus-Saboor, Freeman Hrabowski Scholar at...

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Salary for Principal Chemist Jobs in Hackensack, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in Hackensack, NJ offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
47.9%
Bachelor's Degree
28.0%
Master's Degree
22.5%
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 Hackensack, 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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