Principal Chemist Jobs in Princeton, NJ

A Principal Chemist is a senior professional in the chemistry industry who leads research and development activities, designs and conducts complex chemical experiments, and analyzes the results to develop innovative solutions or new scientific theories. They play a crucial role in synthesizing and characterizing new compounds, developing new tests and methodologies, interpreting data and preparing technical reports, papers, and presentations. They offer technical support to junior chemists and ensure the maintenance of safe laboratory conditions. They are also involved in the development and patenting of new products or techniques.

Important skills for a Principal Chemist include a strong understanding of chemistry principles, analytical thinking, problem-solving, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. They should have a Doctorate degree in Chemistry or a related field and multiple years of experience in a research setting. Common certifications include the Certified Chemist (CC) and Certified Clinical Data Manager (CCDM). A person may hold roles like Laboratory Technician, Research Chemist or Senior Chemist before ascending to the position of a Principal Chemist.

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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...

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...

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, Medical Affairs, Advanced Research, LOral Research & Innovation

  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Job Order Number: DE9362326 Job Title: Principal Scientist, Medical Affairs, Advanced Research, L'Oral Research & Innovation Company: L'Oreal USA Location: Clark, NJ Salary: Education: Less Than...

Associate Principal Scientist, Skin Transformation Applied Research, Application Domain, L'Oreal Research & Innovation

  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Associate Principal Scientist, Skin TransformationApplied Research, Application Domain, L'Oreal Research & Innovation - Clark, New Jersey, United States Hello, wereLOreal, We're not justbuilding...

Principal Scientist, Medical Affairs, Advanced Research, LOreal Research & Innovation

  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

Principal Scientist, Medical Affairs, Advanced Research, L'Oreal Research & Innovation l'Oreal - 4.0 Clark, NJ Job Details Full-time Estimated: $141K - $190K a year 9 hours ago Benefits Profit...

Principal Scientist, Medical Affairs, Advanced Research, L'Oreal Research & Innovation

  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 18 days ago

Principal Scientist, Medical Affairs, Advanced Research, L'Oreal Research & Innovation - Clark, New Jersey, United States Hello, we're L'Oreal, We're not just building brands, we're shaping how...

Senior Principal Scientist, Translational Development

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 20 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 20 days 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, Data Science

  • Hopewell, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 21 days ago
  • Hopewell, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 21 days ago

Data Analytics & Computational Sciences Principal Scientist, Data Science Job title Principal Scientist, Data Science Function Data Analytics & Computational Sciences Sub function Data Science...

Senior Chemist Packaging Excellence

  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 22 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 22 days ago

About this position About this Position At Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. If you...

Senior Chemist I, Hair & Surface Science Analytical Chemistry, LOreal Research & Innovation

  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 24 days ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 24 days ago

As a Senior Chemist I, in Research and innovation Analytical Chemistry....

Senior Principal Scientist, Analytical Science

  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

chemistry to small molecule CMC Advanced knowledge and understanding of cGMPs Experience working in or with QC laboratories Knowledge of analytical method development validation and transfer requirements...

Associate Principal Scientist, Product Safety & Toxicology, L'Oreal Research & Innovation (Hybrid)

  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Title: Associate PrincipalScientist, Product Safety & Toxicology, L'Oreal Research &Innovation Location : Clark, New Jersey (Hybrid) Department : Product Safety, SRCM (Safety,Regulatory,...

Senior Chemist I, Hair Color Development, LOreal Research & Innovation

  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Do you want to work at the bench on the formulation of new and innovative hair color products? Then L'Oreal Research & Innovation might be exactly the place you have always been looking for! For...

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Salary for Principal Chemist Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in Princeton, NJ 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 Principal Chemists in Princeton, NJ
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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