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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Senior Chemist

  • Cranbury, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

Primera Analytical Solutions Corporation is looking for Senior Chemist (3 Positions). Location of Employment: Cranbury, NJJob DutiesGuide junior chemists to perform routine sample test and method...

Supervisor/Principal Scientist Operations

  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued,...

Supervisor/Principal Scientist Operations

  • Branchburg, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Branchburg, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued,...

Principal Scientist

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 3 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...

Associate Principal Scientist, Gene Editing and Biologics Research

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

Company Description Insmed is a global biopharmaceutical company on a mission to transform the lives of patients living with serious and rare diseases. Our most valuable resource is our employees,...

Principal Scientist, Drug Product Champion

  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 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, Nonclinical Safety Writing

  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 7 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...

Laboratory Manager

  • Freehold, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Overview Under the direction of the Laboratory Director, the Manager, Laboratory Operations will coordinate and oversee a wide variety of administrative, personnel and technical activities to...

Laboratory Manager - Department of Chemistry

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 18 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 18 days ago

synthesis and catalysis or photochemistry....

Laboratory Manager - Department of Chemistry Princeton University

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 20 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 20 days ago

synthesis and catalysis or photochemistry....

Senior Regulatory Scientist Regulatory Principal Scientist

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

Senior Regulatory Scientist Regulatory Principal Scientist Requisition ID: 58084 Position Type: (US)Full Time Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Hybrid About Kerry Kerry is the world's leading taste and...

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

  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 45+ 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/Associate Director, Translational Development, Lung Cancer Disease Lead

  • Lawrence Township, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lawrence Township, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: PhD degree in a relevant field (e.g. molecular biology, cancer biology, human genetics, immunology). Minimum of 6 years post-PhD experience for Sr....

Senior Principal Scientist, Translational Development, Pancreatic Cancer Disease Lead

  • Lawrence Township, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lawrence Township, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

biology, cancer biology, human genetics) 4+ years post-PhD experience, with demonstrated scientific leadership in integrating, analyzing and interpreting multimodal translational data in an academic...

Senior Principal/Principal Scientist - NGS & Molecular Assays (Cell & Gene Therapy)

  • Somerset, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Strong understanding of immune cell isolation, purification, and molecular biology techniques relevant to NGS....

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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
48.0%
Bachelor's Degree
28.1%
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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