Scientist Jobs

A Scientist in the chemistry industry is a professional who conducts rigorous experiments, studies, and research to further knowledge about the composition, structure, and properties of substances. They play a crucial role in discovering and developing new medicines, materials, products, or processes for manufacturing. Key tasks include creating and testing hypotheses, analyzing data, writing reports, and presenting findings. Essential skills for a Chemistry Scientist include analytical thinking, problem-solving, attention to detail, and proficiency in using sophisticated laboratory equipment and software tools. They should also have excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively share their research findings.

Chemistry Scientists should have at least a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field, although many positions require a Master's degree or PhD. Certifications, such as Certified Chemist or Certified Professional Chemist, can further enhance their credibility in the field. Individuals aspiring to become a Scientist in the chemistry industry often start their careers in roles such as Laboratory Assistant, where they gain hands-on experience with laboratory procedures and equipment, or Research Assistant, where they contribute to scientific studies under the guidance of experienced researchers. Some may also work as a Chemical Technician, performing routine chemical tests and assisting with research projects.

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ARL Bio Pharma

QC Data Review Chemist

Ensure adhere to QMS documentation by reviewing, providing oversight and corrective direction to laboratory chemists Review chromatography data for compliance with QMS Position Requirements......

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HPLC Chemist

  • Mission Mountain Laboratories, Inc.
  • Ravalli, MT
  • 6 days ago
  • Ravalli, MT
  • 6 days ago

We are accepting resumes for a full-time Chemist-We are looking for someone with a minimum of 1 year on the job experience with HPLC. Need to be able to start up, run and troubleshoot equipment...

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ARL Bio Pharma

Analytical Chemist

Chemist I - Analytical Position Summary Join a company where you can make a difference from day one and help make the world a better and safer place. ARL Bio Pharma provides analytical and...

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Clinical Lab Scientist, Full Time Nights

  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital
  • Huntington Park, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Huntington Park, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Reporting to the CLS Lead, the Clinical Laboratory Scientist is a Licensed Medical Technologist whose primary responsibility is to perform laboratory testing on patient samples....

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Medical Lab Scientist ASCP

  • Research Medical Center
  • KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • KS
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The Medical Technologist (MT) / Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) conducts routine and complex laboratory tests in toxicology, chemistry, hematology, immunology, and/or microbiology...

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Medical Lab Scientist

  • Lone Peak Hospital
  • Draper, UT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Draper, UT
  • 45+ days ago

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Medical Lab Scientist? At Lone Peak Hospital, you come first....

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Clinical Lab Scientist 1, 3rd Shift, Hoxworth Blood Center, Division of Transplantation Immunology

  • University of Cincinnati
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 22 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 22 days ago

The ideal candidate for this full-time (100% FTE) Clinical Lab Scientist 1 position will have a background in immunology, be a critical thinker with excellent communication skills, and an ability to...

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Clinical Lab Scientist 1, 2nd Shift, Hoxworth Blood Center, Division of Transplantation Immunology

  • University of Cincinnati
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 30+ days ago

The ideal candidate for this full-time (100% FTE) Clinical Lab Scientist 1 position will have a background in immunology, be a critical thinker with excellent communication skills, and an ability to...

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Food Safety Quality Chemist

  • Cargill
  • Watkins Glen, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Watkins Glen, NY
  • 2 days ago

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain,...

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Senior Research Scientist Battery and Data Center Safety

  • FM
  • Norwood, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Norwood, MA
  • 30+ days ago

FM is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to advance scientific understanding, develop new technologies, and create engineering solutions in the field of battery safety....

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Scientist

  • Experis
  • Clark, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Clark, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Our client is seeking a Scientist to join their innovative research team....

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Executive Principal Development Engineer

  • Johnson Controls
  • Rocky Hill, CT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rocky Hill, CT
  • 45+ days ago

What you will do The Executive Principal Development Engineer (Executive PDE) is a seniorlevel technical leadership role within a major U.S. Energy Service Company (ESCO). This position is...

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Senior Scientist- Immunology and Immunotherapy

  • Mount Sinai Health Systems
  • New York, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 hours ago

Description The Senior Scientist provides scientific and technical leadership in the management, design and execution of a clinical research program....

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Blue Cedar Laboratory, Medical Lab Scientist III, Full-Time Days (2nd Shift)

  • Orlando Health
  • Clermont, FL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Clermont, FL
  • 5 hours ago

Position Summary Facility: Blue Cedar Laboratory Location: Clermont, FL Status: Full-Time Department: Laboratory Schedule: 2nd Shift (Days) Title: Medical Lab Scientist III #LI-JM1 “Orlando Health Is...

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Category Theory for Scientists
The goal of this class is to prove that category theory is a powerful language for understanding and formalizing common scientific models. The power of the language will be tested by its ability...

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Highest Education Level

Scientists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.7%
Doctorate Degree
26.3%
Master's Degree
24.7%
Associate's Degree
1.5%
High School or GED
1.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.7%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Scientists
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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