Managing Scientist Jobs in Waltham, MA

A Managing Scientist in the chemistry industry plays a vital role in managing and leading a team of scientists and researchers. They are primarily responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and execution of research projects in an organization. Job responsibilities include developing and implementing research goals, setting budgets, ensuring regulatory compliance, hiring and training staff, and communicating research findings to stakeholders. They also collaborate with other departments and teams to drive strategic initiatives and influence the direction of the company's scientific pursuits.

A Managing Scientist must possess a strong set of skills including leadership, project management, and excellent communication abilities. They should have a deep understanding of chemistry principles and practices, as well as be well-versed in safety protocols and regulatory requirements. A PhD in chemistry or a related field is typically required, coupled with significant experiences in a scientific research environment. Relevant certifications such as Certified Professional Chemist (CPC) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Managing Scientist, an individual may hold roles such as Research Scientist, Lead Scientist, or Laboratory Manager, providing them with the necessary knowledge and experience to oversee a team and drive research projects.

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Principal Scientist, Computational Single-Cell Biology

  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 22 hours ago

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely...

Associate Principal Scientist - Immunology Spatial Omics Analytics

  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description The Data, AI, and Genome Sciences department is seeking an experienced and talented computational biologist with expertise in computational analyses of spatial multi-omics data to...

Senior Principal Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology, Oncology Discovery Biology

  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those arent words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely...

Principal Scientist, LCM Technical Lead

  • Framingham, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Framingham, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

cross-functional matrix team PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Process development experience with mammalian expressed proteins Knowledge of all steps of Drug Substance process (cell culture/ fermentation, chromatography...

Principal Scientist - Genomics

  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 2 days ago

At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. R&D is committed to discovering and delivering transformational...

Principal Scientist - Bioinformatics

  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 2 days ago

At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. R&D is committed to discovering and delivering transformational...

Principal Scientist, Synthetic Chemist

  • Woburn, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 2 days ago

At SES AI, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base pay range for this role is between $130,000 and $180,000. SES AI considers several...

Principal Scientist Neuroscience Group

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Principal Scientist Neuroscience Group Reports to: Rob Meijers (Head of Neuroscience) The Institute for Protein Innovation (IPI) is a nonprofit research organization advancing protein science to...

Principal Scientist, Early In-Process Analytics

  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Principal Scientist Early In-Process Analytics At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. Technical...

Principal Scientist, Medicinal Chemistry

  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Salary Range $103,600.00 - $192,400.00 Skills Desired Algorithms, Algorithms, Analysis, Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Skill, Chemical Analysis, Chemical Biology, Chemical Laboratory, Chemical Synthesis...

Associate Principal Scientist, Immunology Cell Therapy Discovery

  • Waltham, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 7 days ago

Associate Principal Scientist, Immunology Cell Therapy Discovery AstraZeneca, a global leader in biopharmaceuticals, is committed to discovering and delivering innovative therapies that transform...

Senior/Principal Scientist, Viral Vector Analytical Development

  • Bedford, MA (7 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bedford, MA (7 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Senior/Principal Scientist, Viral Vector Analytical Development Bedford, MA About Us Obsidian Therapeutics is expanding the reach of TIL therapy. We are pioneering engineered tumor infiltrating...

Pathologist, Senior Principal Scientist (Multiple Positions)

  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Description Summary About the role: #LI-Onsite The Oncology Pathology & Biomarkers group within Novartis Oncology Translational Research is recruiting a pathologist to provide scientific and...

Principal Scientist, Protein Sciences

  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Company overview: Flagship Labs 109, Inc (FL109) is pioneering the use of artificial intelligence, physics and hardware to transform the way we see biology. FL109 is a privately held biotech,...

Computational Biologist, Principal Scientist

  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 8 days ago

At Bayer were visionaries, driven to solve the worlds toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. Were doing it...

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Salary for Managing Scientist Jobs in Waltham, MA

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Highest Education Level

Managing Scientists in Waltham, MA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
47.9%
Bachelor's Degree
28.2%
Master's Degree
22.3%
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 Managing Scientists in Waltham, MA
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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