Scientist Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Scientist 1

  • East Longmeadow, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • East Longmeadow, MA
  • 8 days ago

. - 10:30 p.m., Wet Chemistry Scientist position located in East Longmeadow, MA....

Sr. Quality Control Analyst

  • Waltham, MA
  • 24 days ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 24 days ago

About Us Pace Life Sciences Pace makes the world a safer, healthier place. We advance the science of our pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical customers through the drug development process, from...

Overnight Lab Technician 1 - Wet Chemistry

  • Westborough, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Westborough, MA
  • 8 days ago

About Us Pace Analytical Services Pace makes the world a safer, healthier place. Committed to advancing the science of businesses, industries, consulting firms, government agencies, and others,...

Scientist

  • Harvard, MA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Harvard, MA
  • 17 hours ago

Read more:careers.bms.com/working-with-us.Position SummaryThe successful candidate for the Scientist role will work closely with experienced scientists and engineers across MS&T, Manufacturing, Process...

Staff Machine Learning Scientist

  • Somerville, MA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Somerville, MA
  • 18 hours ago

Position Overview As a Staff Machine Learning Scientist, you will be a key technical leader responsible for designing and building our core deep learning models....

Scientist I

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 18 hours ago

Collaborate with computational biologists and data scientists to generate and interpret scOMICs datasets....

Sr. Applications Development Engineer

  • Ayer, MA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Ayer, MA
  • 18 hours ago

About us: Founded in 2015 to develop the world's first industrially scalable laser metal additive manufacturing solution, VulcanForms is reshaping how the world manufactures critical products. We...

Consulting LC-MS Instrument Development Scientist

  • Milford, MA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Milford, MA
  • 18 hours ago

Responsibilities Play a key role in the development of Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) Systems for the Waters Clinical Business Unit....

Software Development Engineer, AWS FSx for NetApp ONTAP

  • Boston, MA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 21 hours ago

AWS FSx is a fast-growing managed file system service, offering customers their choice of file system with the quality, reliability, and scale of AWS. We are looking for a Senior Software...

Process Development Scientist-Engineer

  • Waltham, MA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 21 hours ago

At Nestle Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective...

Sr R&D Process Development Engineer

  • Danvers, MA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Danvers, MA
  • 21 hours ago

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments...

BMS Algorithm Development Engineer

  • Wilmington, MA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Wilmington, MA
  • 21 hours ago

Insight Global is seeking an experience BMS (Battery Management Systems) Algorithm Development Engineer to join a global semiconductor leader, specifically within their Automotive Business Unit....

Scientist II (autoimmune disease)

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 21 hours ago

Duration: 6 months contract** **Job Description:** + We are currently seeking a highly motivated and passionate **scientist specializing in cellular immunology and biology** to join our team in the...

Bioinformatics Scientist - III (Senior)

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 21 hours ago

Bioinformatics Scientist III **Duration:** 23 Month Contract **Location:** Onsite role - 320 Bent St 4th Floor, Cambridge, MA 02141 **Pay Range: $80/hr- $100.56/hr** **Need to have:** + **Looking at...

Purpose: We are seeking a skilled and collaborative Scientist to join our Cell Therapy CAR Screening group....

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Salary for Scientist Jobs in Massachusetts

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Highest Education Level

Scientists in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.7%
Doctorate Degree
26.3%
Master's Degree
24.6%
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 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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