Principal Chemist Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in New Jersey

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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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 Solubility Enhancement Te...

  • Ardena
  • Franklin, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Skip to main content Share page RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT SOMERSET (NEW JERSEY, US) HYBRID Principal Scientist - Solubility Enhancement Technologies Join Ardena as Principal Scientist - Solubility...

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Assoc. Principal Scientist Stat. Programming

  • Kedplasma
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Rahway, 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 days ago
  • Warren, 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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Assoc. Principal Scientist Stat. Programming - Late-Stage, Infectious Disease (Hybrid)

  • Merck Sharp Dohme
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Rahway, 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, Stat. Programming - A&R Standards, Innovation (Hybrid)

  • Merck Sharp Dohme
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Rahway, 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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Principal Scientist, Stat. Programming

  • Merck Sharp Dohme
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Merck Keyword Location Search view all jobs Principal Scientist, Stat. Programming - A&R Standards, Innovation (Hybrid) North Wales, PA Posted yesterday Apply Now Job Description In BARDS...

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Principal Scientist, Data Science - Digital Media

  • Johnson \u0026 Johnson Services, Inc.
  • Hopewell, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Hopewell, 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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Principal Scientist, Data Science - Digital Media

  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Raritan, NJ
  • 15 days ago
  • Raritan, 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 (Director)

  • Trinity Health
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 26 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 26 days ago

Merck Keyword Location Search view all jobs Principal Scientist (Director) - Outcomes Research Rahway, NJ Posted yesterday Apply Now Job Description This position resides within our company's...

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Associate Principal Scientist, Drug/Device Combo Products

  • Merck Sharp Dohme
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 28 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 28 days ago

The Associate Principal Scientist, Drug/Device Combo Products will be responsible for leading and implementing medical device and combination product design controls for both new products and...

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Principal Scientist, Drug/Device Combination Products

  • Huntington National Bank
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 28 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 28 days ago

Merck Keyword Location Search view all jobs Principal Scientist, Drug/Device Combination Products Rahway, NJ Posted 150 days ago Apply Now Job Description J ob description This position will be...

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Principal Scientist, R&D Innovation

  • Kenvue
  • Summit, NJ
  • 28 days ago
  • Summit, NJ
  • 28 days ago

Principal Scientist, R D Innovation Kenvue - 3.1 Summit, NJ Job Details $127,075 - $179,400 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Qualifications Research design Scientific publications...

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Principal Scientist, Oral Formulation Sciences

  • Merck Sharp Dohme
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

organic chemistry, physical pharmacy & materials science to solving practical pharmaceutical development problems Required Skills: Accountability, Accountability, Adaptability, Animal Vaccination, Cell...

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Principal Scientist, Mixed Modality Product Development

  • Merck Sharp Dohme
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rahway, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Merck Keyword Location Search view all jobs Principal Scientist, Mixed Modality Product Development - Inhalation Rahway, NJ Posted yesterday Apply Now Job Description The Mixed Modalities team...

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Salary for Principal Chemist Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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