Chemist Jobs in District of Columbia

A Chemist in the chemistry industry is primarily engaged in the study and experimentation of substances at the atomic and molecular levels. They examine the various ways in which the chemical substances interact, combine, and change to create various compounds. They are responsible for developing new and improved chemical products, processes, and materials. Chemists also perform quality control tests, prepare technical reports, and conduct research to advance knowledge in the field. Essential skills for this role include analytical thinking, problem-solving, attention to detail, and strong mathematical capabilities. Proficiency in laboratory techniques and the use of scientific software is also required.

Before becoming a Chemist, one may have roles such as Laboratory Technician, where they would gain experience in handling laboratory equipment, conducting tests, and maintaining a safe work environment. Another possible role is a Research Assistant, providing support for scientific experiments and data collection. These roles provide valuable practical experience and a chance to apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting. Important certifications to have would include a degree in Chemistry or a related field, and depending on the specific role, a postgraduate degree may be beneficial. Some positions may also require certification from a recognized professional body like the American Chemical Society (ACS).

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Global Pharmacovigilance (PV) Scientist

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all...

Medical Technologist - Clinical Laboratory Scientist

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Per Diem Job ID 152146 REGISTERED NURSE - ER Emergency Room Nurse (ER RN) JOB DETAILS ER RN's treat patients in emergency situations where they are experiencing trauma or injury. They quickly...

Senior Cloud Development Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Senior Cloud Development Engineer Job Category: Engineering & Cloud Location: US - Connecticut - Remote | US - DC - Remote | US - Florida - Remote | US - Georgia - Remote | US - Maine - Remote |...

Medical Lab Scientist III - Part Time

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

General Summary of Position A Brief Overview Performs routine and specialized assays and provides technical advice and information in the core laboratory to provide data for use in the diagnosis...

Senior Program Officer / Senior Data Scientist

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

Results for Development (R4D) is a leading non-profit global development partner. We collaborate with change agents around the world government officials, civil society leaders and social...

Environmental Scientist / Routing & Siting Specialist

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

Environmental Scientist / Routing & Siting Specialist - ( 250001IO ) Description Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative...

Medical laboratory scientist/ VA

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

Physician office laboratory managed by Select Laboratory Partners and located in Richlands VA is seeking to hire a BS degree Medical laboratory scientist or Associates degree MLT. Chemistry and...

Principal Software Development Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

About Lumen** Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and...

Remote Work

Mid-Level Capabilities Development Engineer NEW

  • Washington, DC
  • 8 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 8 days ago

Sr Principal Systems Engineer - Exchange Messaging - Active Top General Dynamics Information Technology Today Top Secret Unspecified Unspecified IT - Software Washington, DC (ON-SITE/OFFICE)...

Student Trainee (Biological Scientist)

  • Washington, DC
  • 8 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 8 days ago

Summary The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) is an independent, nonpartisan agency that works for Congress. We accomplish our mission by providing objective and reliable information and...

Financial Crimes Quality Control Analyst III

  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago

Lead is a fintech building banking infrastructure for embedded financial products and services. We operate an FDIC-insured bank headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Additionally, we have...

Remote Work

Medical Lab Scientist - Night Shift Blood Bank

  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 10 days ago

Performs specimen testing and analysis on patient samples to aid the clinician in providing patient care services. Ensures that all quality control, quality assurance and equipment maintenance is...

Principal Software Development Engineer (Kubernetes Platform) - 32509

  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 days ago

Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified...

Principal Software Development Engineer (Kubernetes Platform)

  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago

Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified...

Forensic Scientist (DNA)

  • Washington, DC
  • 16 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 16 days ago

General Job Information Job Summary This position is located in the Department of Forensic Sciences (DFS). The mission of DFS is to provide high quality, timely, accurate, and reliable forensic...

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Salary for Chemist Jobs in District of Columbia

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Highest Education Level

Chemists in District of Columbia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.7%
Doctorate Degree
26.4%
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 Chemists in District of Columbia
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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