Principal Chemist Jobs in New York

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.

1-15 of 25 Jobs

NEW Laboratory Manager (No Bench Work)

  • Lockport, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lockport, NY
  • 1 hour ago

Laboratory Manager – Full-Service Clinical Lab (No Bench Work) Location: Western New York (Relocation Assistance Available) Schedule: Full-Time | 24/7 Laboratory Facility: 25-Bed Hospital |...

Laboratory Manager / Lab Manager (No Bench Work)

  • Middleport, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Middleport, NY
  • 1 hour ago

Laboratory Manager Location: 45 minutes North of Buffalo, New York Employment Type: Full-time Relocation Assistance: Available Retention Bonus: Up to $20,000 paid every 6 months over 3 years Key...

Principal Scientist

  • Tarrytown, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Tarrytown, NY
  • 1 day ago

Principal Scientist Job Description Join a dynamic team dedicated to developing functional assays on primary immune cells and tumor cells to explore combinatory therapeutics in vaccine and...

Principal Scientist- CONTRACT ONLY

  • Tarrytown, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Tarrytown, NY
  • 1 day ago

Principal Scientist- CONTRACT ONLY Job Description Join a dynamic team dedicated to developing functional assays on primary immune cells and tumor cells to explore combinatory therapeutics in...

Laboratory Manager - Full Time Days

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 4 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...

Remote Work

Senior/Principal Scientist, Machine Learning Drug Discovery

  • New York City, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 4 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....

Laboratory Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 8 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...

Laboratory Manager - Abdus-Saboor Lab

  • New York City, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 12 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
  • 12 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 12 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...

Principal Scientist, Biostatistician and Process Analytics

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 13 days ago

Principal Scientist, Biostatistician and Process Analytics We are LOTTE BIOLOGICS! Delivering Therapies That Enable a Healthier World. A new company, built on 80 years of tradition. We embody our...

Principal Scientist/Engineer - Ambient AQ & Emissions Specialist

  • New Paltz, NY
  • 17 days ago
  • New Paltz, NY
  • 17 days ago

Job Title Principal Scientist/Engineer - Ambient Air Quality & Emissions Specialist with Business Acumen Vacancy No VN4991 Employment Type Permanent Contract Type Full-Time Advert Are you a...

Principal Scientist, Vaccine Technology

  • New York, NY
  • 20 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 20 days ago

We are seeking a Principal Scientist who is an experienced immuno-oncology researcher to join our dynamic, multidisciplinary Vaccine Immune Cell team in Vaccine Technology.The successful candidate...

Sr Principal Scientist - Imaging

  • Tarrytown, NY
  • 21 days ago
  • Tarrytown, NY
  • 21 days ago

The Senior Principal Scientist is responsible for spearheading the imaging biomarker strategy and implementation across cardiovascular and metabolic indications in early- and late-phase clinical...

Research Laboratory Manager

  • West Point, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Point, NY
  • 30+ days ago

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! This is an EVERGREEN job posting, meaning it is always open to qualified candidates, even if there isnt an immediate opening. By applying, youll be...

Demographic Data for New York

Moving to New York? Find some basic demographic data about New York below.


Local
National
20,201,017
534,422

Principal Chemist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireChemists curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Certified Marine Chemist (CMC) Exam
Course Title: Certified Marine Chemist (CMC) Exam Preparation CourseCourse Description:The Certified Marine Chemist (CMC) Exam Preparation Course is a comprehensive online learning program...
Principales to 2d Animation
About This ClassHere's a comprehensive guide for beginners in ANIMATION. You will learn the ANIMATIONPRINCIPLES you need to animate objects, text, and even characters. If you want to...
Principal Information Management
Information management (IM) is the process of collecting, storing, managing and maintaining information in all its forms. Information management is a broad term that incorporates policies and...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Principal Chemist Jobs in New York

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChemists research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Principal Chemist positions.



Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in New York 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 New York
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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Principal Chemist position


In-Demand skills () are the most popular among employers according to the current jobs in our database. Last updated today!

Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Principal Chemist Related Career Advice Articles

two analytical chemists examining samples under a microscope
The Path to a Successful Career as an Analytical Chemist

Analytical chemistry careers are exciting, rewarding, and potentially highly lucrative. Learn about analytical chemistry jobs, salaries, and more.

Read article »
Collage displaying the five best states for chemistry jobs
5 Best States for Chemistry Jobs

Launching your chemistry career? Find out the best states for chemistry jobs and the best places for chemists to work.

Read article »
chemist volunteering in a classroom with young student
Volunteer Chemistry Opportunities

Volunteering usually calls to mind images of people building houses, serving meals at community kitchens, cleaning up playgrounds and parks, or spending time with the elderly. While these are all worthy causes, you may not realize there are also chemist volunteer opportunities. As a chemistry professional, you have a unique knowledge base and skill set that can make a big difference – whether in a third-world country or your own neighborhood.

Read article »