Principal Chemist Jobs in Spring House, PA

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, Engineering

  • West Point, PA (3 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • moments ago
  • West Point, PA (3 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • moments ago

Job Description We are seeking a strategic and technical leader with expertise in cell culture development & commercialization to lead a team of approximately 3-5 scientists, who lead...

Sr. Principal Scientist, Cellular & Mechanistic Pharmacology

  • Spring House, PA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Spring House, PA
  • 2 hours ago

D. in Immunology, cell biology or equivalent with post-doctoral experience and a minimum of 10 years of experience developing and applying novel cellular assays in a pharmaceutical industry/biotech...

Principal Scientist, Process Control and Data Analytics

  • West Point, PA (3 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • West Point, PA (3 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 23 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...

Associate Principal Scientist, Engineering

  • West Point, PA (3 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Point, PA (3 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Associate Principal Scientist, Sterile Drug Product Commercialization As part of our Companys Manufacturing Division, the Sterile Drug Product Commercialization (SDPC) group...

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

  • West Point, PA (3 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Point, PA (3 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 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...

Principal Scientist Neurodegeneration

  • Collegeville, PA (10 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA (10 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Experience in human systems using cell and molecular biology, bioassays, and analytic methods....

Principal Scientist, Team Leader - Biological Mass Spectrometry

  • Collegeville, PA (10 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA (10 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Working knowledge of cell and molecular biology wet lab protocols....

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

  • North Wales, PA (1 mile from Spring House, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • North Wales, PA (1 mile from Spring House, PA)
  • 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...

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

  • West Point, PA (3 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Point, PA (3 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 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, Vaccine Drug Product Development

  • West Point, PA (3 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Point, PA (3 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description Vaccine Drug Product Development (VDPD), a part of our company's Research Laboratories, is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist to join our department in West Point, PA. Our...

Principal Scientist, Immunoassay, Clinical Pathology & Safety Biomarkers

  • Spring House, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Spring House, PA
  • 6 days ago

Job title Principal Scientist, Immunoassay, Clinical Pathology & Safety Biomarkers Function Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development Sub function Nonclinical Safety Category Principal...

Principal scientist, Data Scientist, Clinical Pathology & Safety Biomarkers

  • Spring House, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Spring House, PA
  • 6 days ago

Job title Principal scientist, Data Scientist, Clinical Pathology & Safety Biomarkers Function Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development Sub function Nonclinical Safety Category Principal...

Associate Principal Scientist, Imaging

  • West Point, PA (3 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Point, PA (3 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Strong record keeping skills Demonstrates a high level of attention to detail Preferred Experience and Skills: Experience with molecular biology assays such as Western blot, ELISA, etc....

Principal Scientist, Toxicology

  • Spring House, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Spring House, PA
  • 7 days ago

Job title Principal Scientist, Toxicology Function Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development Sub function Nonclinical Safety Category Principal Scientist, Nonclinical Safety (ST7) Location...

Calibration Laboratory Manager

  • Thorofare, NJ (24 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Thorofare, NJ (24 miles from Spring House, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Our Opening and Your Responsibilities As our Calibration Laboratory Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of all activities within the Calibration and New Weight...

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Principal Information Management
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Salary for Principal Chemist Jobs in Spring House, PA

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in Spring House, PA 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 Spring House, PA
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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