Principal Chemist Jobs in Princeton, 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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Medical Principal Scientist

  • Haleon
  • Warren, NJ (19 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Warren, NJ (19 miles from Princeton, 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton, 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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Principal Scientist, U.S. Medical & Scientific Affairs Wellness

  • Haleon
  • Warren, NJ (19 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Warren, NJ (19 miles from Princeton, 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...

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Senior Chemist

  • Actalent
  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Expertise in chemistry, analytical chemistry, and GMP. Proficiency in HPLC, ICP-MS, FTIR, UV-VIS, and disintegration testing....

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Principal Scientist, Data Science - Digital Media

  • Johnson \u0026 Johnson Services, Inc.
  • Hopewell, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hopewell, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Principal Scientist, Data Science - Digital Media Function Data Analytics & Computational Sciences Sub function Data Science Category Principal Scientist, Data Science (ST7) Location Titusville /...

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Senior Chemist

  • Cranbury, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Expertise in chemistry, analytical chemistry, and GMP. Proficiency in HPLC, ICP-MS, FTIR, UV-VIS, and disintegration testing....

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Principal Scientist, Data Science - Digital Media

  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Raritan, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Raritan, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 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...

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Principal Scientist, Upstream Process, Process Development

  • Legend Biotech Corp
  • Somerset, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 19 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 19 days ago

Requirements Advanced degree (PhD preferred, or MS) in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Virology, Molecular Biology, or a related field. 8+ years (PhD) or 10+ years (MS) of experience in...

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Senior Chemist

  • American Air Liquide
  • Branchburg, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Branchburg, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 21 days ago

chromatography (GC), mass spectroscopy (MS) and Fourier-Transformed Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), including operating various types of vacuum systems such as Schlenk technique....

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Senior Chemist I, Hair Care Scientific Valorization & Digital Innovation, LOral Research & Innovation

  • L'Oreal USA
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

Job Order Number: DF0728638 Job Title: Senior Chemist I, Hair Care Scientific Valorization & Digital Innovation, L'Oral Research & Innovation Company: L'Oreal USA Location: Clark, NJ Salary:...

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Senior Chemist I, Hair Care Scientific Valorization & Digital Innovation, L'Oreal Research & Innovation

  • L'Oreal
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Senior Chemist I, Hair Care Scientific Valorization & Digital Innovation, L'Oreal Research & Innovation Clark, New Jersey Life is too short for a boring career, so build an extraordinary one with...

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Principal Scientist, Global Downstream Production (5401)

  • WuXi Biologics
  • Cranbury, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title - Global Downstream Production Leader (International Deployment) Work Location - Years 1-2 (Rooting Phase): Shanghai / Wuxi / Suzhou, China (Deep immersion in WuXi system) Years 3+...

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Principal Scientist I, II or III - Purification Chemist - FSP

  • Parexel
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Order Number: DF0708935 Job Title: Principal Scientist I, II or III - Purification Chemist - FSP Company: Parexel Location: Trenton, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience:...

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Principal Scientist, Global Upstream Production (5397)

  • WuXi Biologics
  • Cranbury, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Deep expertise in various cell culture processes and proficiency with both single-use and stainless steel bioreactor systems....

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Senior Chemist I, Hair Care Open Development, LOreal Research & Innovation

  • Neptune Technology Group Inc.
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

loreal.com Home Expertise Locations Students In-Store Retail Login English Search jobs Home / Job Search / 239763 Senior Chemist I, Hair Care Open Development, L'Oreal Research & Innovation Clark,...

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in Princeton, 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 Princeton, 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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