Principal Chemist Jobs in West Point, 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, Process Control and Data Analytics

  • West Point, PA
  • 20 hours ago
  • West Point, PA
  • 20 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
  • 1 day ago
  • West Point, 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...

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 (6 miles from West Point, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA (6 miles from West Point, 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 (6 miles from West Point, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA (6 miles from West Point, 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 (2 miles from West Point, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • North Wales, PA (2 miles from West Point, 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...

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
  • 5 days ago
  • West Point, PA
  • 5 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 (3 miles from West Point, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Spring House, PA (3 miles from West Point, PA)
  • 5 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 (3 miles from West Point, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Spring House, PA (3 miles from West Point, PA)
  • 5 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
  • 6 days ago
  • West Point, 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 (3 miles from West Point, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Spring House, PA (3 miles from West Point, PA)
  • 6 days ago

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

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

  • Upper Gwynedd, PA (1 mile from West Point, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Upper Gwynedd, PA (1 mile from West Point, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description This Associate Principal Scientist position is equivalent to an Associate Director position. Under direction from a Director, the Associate Principal Scientist is responsible for...

Associate Principal Scientist, Infectious Disease - Molecular Microbiology

  • West Point, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • West Point, PA
  • 8 days ago

Job Description We are seeking an experienced Associate Principal Scientist to join the Infectious Disease and Vaccines department at our research site in West Point, PA. The candidate will have a...

Principal Scientist, Spatial Multiplex Imaging (SMI)

  • Collegeville, PA (6 miles from West Point, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Collegeville, PA (6 miles from West Point, PA)
  • 13 days ago

Site Name: USA - Pennsylvania - Upper Providence Posted Date: Apr 17 2025 GSK is looking for exceptional ambitious Spatial Biology scientists to develop multiplex spatial immuno-assays, to be...

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Principal Information Management
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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in West Point, 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 West Point, 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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