Principal Scientist Jobs in Hoboken, NJ

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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3D Imaging Laboratory Manager

  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

City/State: Bronx, New York Grant Funded: No Department: Department Of Radiology Work Shift: Day Work Days: MON-FRI Scheduled Hours: 9 AM-5 PM Scheduled Daily Hours: 7 HOURS Pay Range:...

Principal Scientist - (Director) - Outcomes Research

  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

**Role Summary** + Under the guidance of a senior leader, a Principal Scientist/Director, has primary responsibility for developing value evidence strategies, and planning/managing real world and economic...

Principal Scientist - Cancer Vaccines

  • Fort Lee, NJ (7 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Lee, NJ (7 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring a Principal Scientist with a deep background in peptide-based vaccine development, cancer immunology and immuno-oncology....

Senior Principal Scientist, Clinical Research, Neuroscience

  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Our Clinical and Pharmacovigilance teams manage studies to provide the safety and efficacy data required for regulatory approval of potential new drugs, vaccines and new...

Principal Scientist, Clinical Research, GI cancer

  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description The Director (Principal Scientist) has primary responsibility for the planning and directing of clinical research activities involving new or marketed Oncology medicines....

Principal Scientist, Translational Medicine, Immunology

  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

**Brief Description of Position** Translational Medicine is responsible for early clinical development of novel therapeutics, working in close collaboration with Immunology Discovery Sciences and...

Laboratory Manager - Full Time Days

  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 4 days 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 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (4 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

The Preclinical Principal Scientist will serve as a key scientific contributor, subject matter expert (SME) and Project Manager in the execution of Cresilon's Preclinical Research Operations, including...

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Senior/Principal Scientist, Machine Learning Drug Discovery

  • New York City, NY (2 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York City, NY (2 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Scientist level Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computational Biology, Physics, or related disciplines, ideally with 5+ years of industry research experience, or MS degree...

Senior Chemist, Development (Fragrances)

  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (24 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

At Revlon, we create beauty innovations for everyone that inspire confidence and ignite joy every day. Breaking beauty boundaries is in our company's DNA. Since its game-changing launch of the...

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Principal Scientist, Downstream Biologics Process R&D

  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

BPR D Downstream Principal Scientist Job Description: Our Scientists are our Inventors....

Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director) - Outcomes Research (Lung)

  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

**Job Description:** This position resides within our company's Value and Implementation (V&I), Outcomes Research organization, which is responsible for real-world evidence generation and outcomes...

Laboratory Manager

  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (1 mile from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 10 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...

Principal Scientist (Director) - Regulatory Affairs-CMC

  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

**Director, Combination Product Regulatory CMC - (R5)** This Principal Scientist position is equivalent to a Director position....

Senior Principal Scientist, Translational Medicine, Immunology

  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (16 miles from Hoboken, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

**Senior Principal Scientist Translational Medicine, Immunology** Translational Medicine in our Research & Development Division is responsible for planning and management of an important inflection...

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Salary for Principal Scientist Jobs in Hoboken, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Principal Scientists in Hoboken, NJ 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 Scientists in Hoboken, NJ
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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