Principal Chemist Jobs in Texas

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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Lead Chemist

  • Schlumberger
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 20 hours ago
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 20 hours ago

The Principal Chemist will help support technical solutions to our customers and support new product development related to Chemically Enhanced Oil Recovery (CEOR)....

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Clinical Trial Laboratory Manager

  • University of Texas M.D. Anderson
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

The Division of Clinical Research provides infrastructure support for all aspects of clinical research. UT MD Anderson has the nation's largest cancer clinical trials program enrolling patients in...

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Laboratory Manager - Path-Histology

  • Methodist Hospital
  • Schertz, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Schertz, TX
  • 4 days ago

Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a Laboratory Manager - Path-Histology you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Methodist Hospital...

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Laboratory Manager

  • Texas A&M Engineering
  • College Station, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • College Station, TX
  • 11 days ago

Laboratory Manager Agency Texas A&M Engineering Department Center For Infrastructure Renewal Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description...

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Chemistry Supervisor - Laboratory - Days

  • Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 12 days ago

We are looking to add top talent to our Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas team. Join us in performing Sacred Work! Competitive benefits are offered including: Matched Retirement Plan Paid Time...

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Laboratory Manager

  • Terracon Consultants
  • Lubbock, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Lubbock, TX
  • 12 days ago

General Responsibilities: Responsible for coordinating or managing the activities of a Construction and Geotechnical materials laboratory (testing includes materials such as soils, aggregates,...

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IHC Laboratory Manager

  • Precision Medicine Group
  • Houston, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 13 days ago

Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to: Oversee IHC and FISH analyses, support assay development, and cross-train laboratory personnel on regulated IHC and FISH SOPs Manage testing...

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Laboratory Manager - FT

  • ZT EMPLOYMENT SERVICES LLC
  • Eagle Pass, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Eagle Pass, TX
  • 14 days ago

The Laboratory Manager is responsible for performing education and observing chemical tests on patients or control specimens by clinical staff using the lab and correctly records appropriate...

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Laboratory Manager - Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation and Immuno-Oncology

  • Baylor College of Medicine
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Previous research experience in immunology or molecular biology. Previous experience training other people on various protocols....

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Research Laboratory Manager Integrative Medicine Research

  • MD Anderson Cancer Center
  • Houston, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 19 days ago

The ideal candidate for the Research Lab Manager role brings strong laboratory management experience, advanced technical expertise in molecular biology and preclinical research, and the ability to independently...

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Principal Chemist

  • Champion X
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 19 days ago

We are looking for a Principal Chemist for our New Product Development (NPD) New Chemistry Team in Sugar Land, TX....

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Laboratory Manager-Petroleum

  • Intertek
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 21 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 21 days ago

Lab Manager, Petroleum Products - Onsite Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the worlds top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Lab Manager...

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Wastewater and Laboratory Manager

  • City of Sherman
  • Tom Bean, TX
  • 21 days ago
  • Tom Bean, TX
  • 21 days ago

APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT CITY WEBSITE - WWW.CITYOFSHERMAN.COM JOB SUMMARY Under the general direction of the Assistant City Manager, the Wastewater and Laboratory Manager is responsible for...

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Lead Chemist - Pasadena, TX

  • Bureau Veritas
  • Pasadena, TX
  • 26 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX
  • 26 days ago

chemistry and testing methodologies Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation and data management systems Strong written and verbal communication skills Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities...

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Laboratory Coordinator IV, Senior Laboratory Coordinator, Laboratory Manager

  • Texas A&M Engineering
  • College Station, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • College Station, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Laboratory Coordinator IV, Senior Laboratory Coordinator, Laboratory Manager Agency Texas A&M Engineering Department Materials Science & Engineering Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job...

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Salary for Principal Chemist Jobs in Texas

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in Texas 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 Texas
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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