Principal Scientist Jobs in Massachusetts

A Principal Scientist in the chemistry industry is responsible for conducting complex research, developing new procedures, and overseeing a team of scientists to ensure all projects are completed to a high standard. They typically perform experimental tests and analyses, interpreting and presenting results, and preparing research reports and scientific papers. Their work is instrumental in contributing to the development of new products, technologies, or intellectual property. They often work closely with other departments such as Regulatory Affairs, Quality Control, and Manufacturing to ensure all scientific operations meet the necessary standards and regulations.

Important skills for a Principal Scientist include leadership, excellent written and oral communication abilities, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work well in teams. They should have a thorough understanding of various scientific techniques and principles, and be adept at problem-solving. The minimum requirement for this position is typically a PhD in Chemistry or a related field, with substantial experience in the industry. Certifications that can add value include Certified Professional Chemist (CPC) or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP). A person might work as a Research Scientist, Senior Scientist, or Project Leader before moving into the role of a Principal Scientist.

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Principal Scientist, Analytical Development

  • Boston, MA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 15 hours ago

Location: REMOTE Salary: $120,000.00 USD Annually - $150,000.00 USD Annually Description: Our client is currently seeking a Principal Scientist, Analytical Development The Principal Scientist, Analytical...

Principal Scientist (Director) In Translational Medicine

  • Boston, MA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 15 hours ago

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Scientist (Director) in Translational Medicine.Translational Medicine at our Research Division is responsible for early clinical development of novel...

Laboratory Manager

  • Marlborough, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA
  • 2 days ago

Overview Laboratory Manager - Marlborough, MA - Monday to Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM Has the overall responsibility for the planning, coordination, evaluation, and supervision of all technical and/or...

Senior / Principal Scientist, Phage & Yeast Display

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

now Job Details Company Job Details Senior / Principal Scientist - Permanent - Boston MA Are you ready to make a groundbreaking impact in the world of biotechnology?...

Job Listing ID: 4268518 Job Title: Principal Scientist, Medical Affairs - RDMA Ophthalmology (US) Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Salem Date Posted: 05/09/2025Hours Worked Per Week...

Job Listing ID: 4268519 Job Title: Senior Principal Scientist/Senior Medical Director, Medical Affairs - GDMA Ophthalmology Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Salem Date Posted: 05...

In Vivo Principal Scientist, Oncology Drug Discovery -Tumor Model Biology

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 4 days ago

Basic Qualifications: Doctorate / PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or related life sciences field with 2+ years of pharmaceutical or biotechnology In Vivo Oncology...

Principal Scientist, Medical Affairs RDMA Ophthalmology (US)

  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago

Role Summary:** + The Regional Director Medical Affairs (RDMA) is responsible for driving execution of scientific & medical affairs plans for their assigned Therapy Areas (TA) in the countries of...

Role Summary:** + The Global Director Medical Affairs (GDMA) is responsible for supporting the execution of scientific & medical affairs plans for their assigned Therapy Areas (TA) in key...

Senior Scientist (Chemistry)

  • Billerica, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Billerica, MA
  • 5 days ago

chemistry techniques) operations; and application of mass spectrometry (MS) to facilitate method development....

Principal Scientist (Msat, Materials Science)

  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago

CLIENT OVERVIEW: Our client is a global biopharmaceutical company looking to add a Principal Scientist (MSAT, Materials Science) to their team....

Senior Principal Scientist I

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 7 days ago

Job Title: Principal Scientist I Location : Cambridge, MA About the Job Are you ready to shape the future of medicine?...

biology, cancer biology, human genetics) 4+ years post-PhD experience, with demonstrated scientific leadership in integrating, analyzing and interpreting multimodal translational data in an academic...

Principal Scientist, Translational Sciences

  • Bedford, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Bedford, MA
  • 8 days ago

Principal Scientist, Translational Sciences Job summary: PharmaEssentia Innovation Research Center (PIRC) is seeking a highly motivated principal scientist to join our Translational Sciences team and...

Principal Scientist, Computational Biology - Islet Biology

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 8 days ago

biology, cell biology, and genomics resources What will separate you from the crowd Expertise in generating testable hypotheses from large omics datasets Demonstrated skill in existing single-cell...

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Salary for Principal Scientist Jobs in Massachusetts

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Highest Education Level

Principal Scientists in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
47.9%
Bachelor's Degree
28.1%
Master's Degree
22.4%
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 Scientists in Massachusetts
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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