Scientist Jobs in Maryland

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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Data Scientist (Technical Leadership)

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 2 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 2 hours ago

**Required Skills:** Data Scientist (Technical Leadership) Responsibilities: 1....

Scientist / Nuclear Weapons SME

  • Germantown, MD
  • 2 hours ago
  • Germantown, MD
  • 2 hours ago

THIS POSITION IS 100% ON-SITE IN GERMANTOWN, MARYLAND. Global Engineering & Technology (GET) is seeking a Nuclear Weapons Subject Matter Expert (SME) with expertise in nuclear weapon science to...

Software Development Engineer, AWS Security

  • Annapolis Junction, MD
  • 2 hours ago
  • Annapolis Junction, MD
  • 2 hours ago

Join us to drive high-impact innovation that secures our cloud by building solutions that enable an ecosystem of services to protect against sophisticated threats. The Informatics team owns the...

Bacteriology Staff Scientist

  • Frederick, MD
  • 3 hours ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 3 hours ago

Bacteriology Staff Scientist Location MD - Frederick Job Code 12609 # of openings 1 Apply Now ( The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a Potential need for a Bacteriology Staff Scientist...

Immunology/Cell Biology Scientist

  • Frederick, MD
  • 3 hours ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 3 hours ago

Scientist to support our government customer located in Fort Detrick, Frederick, MD....

Wetlands Scientist

  • Abingdon, MD
  • 3 hours ago
  • Abingdon, MD
  • 3 hours ago

(GTA) is currently seeking a Mid-level Wetland Scientist to join our growing team of professionals in our Abingdon, Maryland office....

Chemist

  • Indian Head, MD
  • 3 hours ago
  • Indian Head, MD
  • 3 hours ago

This also includes wet chemistry techniques and instrumentation standards....

Staff Chemist 1 (2 -4 years of experience)

  • Indian Head, MD
  • 3 hours ago
  • Indian Head, MD
  • 3 hours ago

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is currently seeking an experienced Chemist for a growing list of projects involving modernization of explosives & energetic materials production facilities,...

Immunology Staff Scientist

  • Frederick, MD
  • 3 hours ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 3 hours ago

Immunology Staff Scientist Location MD - Frederick Job Code 12608 # of openings 1 Apply Now ( The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) has a Potential need for an Immunology Staff Scientist...

Cell & Systems Biology Staff Scientist

  • Frederick, MD
  • 3 hours ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 3 hours ago

Biology Staff Scientist to support our government customer located in Fort Detrick, Frederick, MD....

Bacterial Immunology Lead Scientist

  • Frederick, MD
  • 3 hours ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 3 hours ago

Lead Scientist to support our government customer located in Fort Detrick, Frederick, MD....

Scientist

  • Bethesda, MD
  • 3 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD
  • 3 hours ago

Position Objective: Provide services as a Scientist in support of the overall functions of the National Institutes of Health (NIH)....

Scientist / Engineer - Indian Head

  • Indian Head, MD
  • 3 hours ago
  • Indian Head, MD
  • 3 hours ago

Please apply at www.careers.ara.com for the **Scientist/Engineer** position....

Bacterial Core Lead Scientist

  • Frederick, MD
  • 3 hours ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 3 hours ago

Possess some basic knowledge of animal physiology and be able to predict if client requested treatment protocols are viable. + Be familiar with high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), mass spectroscopy...

Research Scientist

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 3 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 3 hours ago

**Job:** **Faculty* **Organization:** **School of Medicine - Clinical Departments* **Title:** *Research Scientist* **Location:** *null* **Requisition ID:** *2300014A*...

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Scientist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Quantum Mechanics for Scientists and Engineers 2
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Salary for Scientist Jobs in Maryland

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Scientists in Maryland offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.7%
Doctorate Degree
26.3%
Master's Degree
24.5%
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 in Maryland
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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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