Principal Chemist Jobs in Tarrytown, NY

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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Geotechnical Laboratory Manager

  • Totowa, NJ (20 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Totowa, NJ (20 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 17 hours ago

Overview Colliers Engineering & Design (CED)/TerraSense seeks a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Geotechnical group. As a Geotechnical Laboratory Manager, you will bring...

Associate Principal Scientist

  • Mount Vernon, NY (12 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (12 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Associate Principal Scientist Introduction to role: At AstraZeneca, we work together across global boundaries to make an impact and find answers to challenges. We do this with the...

R&D Ingredients Associate Principal Scientist - Digital Transformation

  • Valhalla, NY (3 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Valhalla, NY (3 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Employee Value Proposition: Bring your enthusiasm and talent to our team as we continue to support both PepsiCo Innovation and existing Flagship Brands across the Global Beverage...

Laboratory Manager, CBE

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Laboratory Manager, CBE US-NY-Brooklyn Job ID: 2024-14279 Type: NYU Tandon School of Engineering (PE1001) # of Openings: 1 Category: Academic Program Support New York University Overview The...

Senior Chemist

  • Congers, NY (6 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Congers, NY (6 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 14 days ago

The Senior Chemist is responsible for all technical activities related to new/existing formulation, innovation and 1st production scale-up of new formulations in Congers, NY. Essential Functions...

Research Laboratory Manager- Infectious Diseases

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 14 days ago

Description The Research Laboratory Manager provides operational oversight of the assigned basic science research laboratory. S/he ensures the environment and equipment are safe, compliant and...

Histology Laboratory Manager

  • Nyack, NY (3 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 21 days ago
  • Nyack, NY (3 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 21 days ago

Overview Laboratory Manager - Nyack, NY - Monday - Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM New York MLS License (Required) Has the overall responsibility for the planning, coordination, evaluation, and supervision...

Principal Scientist, Cancer Vaccines

  • Leonia, NJ (16 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 24 days ago
  • Leonia, NJ (16 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 24 days ago

ICR's Cancer Prevention science is centered on developing prophylactic cancer vaccines. We are hiring a Principal Scientist with a deep background in peptide-based vaccine development, cancer...

Sr. Principal/Principal Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology

  • Ridgefield, CT (24 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 25 days ago
  • Ridgefield, CT (24 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 25 days ago

Boehringer Ingelheim Sr. Principal/Principal Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology in Ridgefield , Connecticut Description The In Vivo Sciences group within the Immunology & Respiratory (I&R) Discovery...

Clinical Research Coordinator II (Dr Busses Lab) - Clinical Immunology

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 26 days ago

Clinical Research Coordinator II (Dr Busse's Lab) - Clinical Immunology New York, NY Research 3023565 02/11/2025 Description Under minimal supervision, coordinates the clinical assessments of the...

Laboratory Manager

  • Nyack, NY (3 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 29 days ago
  • Nyack, NY (3 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 29 days ago

Overview Laboratory Manager - Nyack, NY - Monday - Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM Has the overall responsibility for the planning, coordination, evaluation, and supervision of all technical and/or...

Clinical Laboratory Manager-Cord Blood Lab

  • Allendale, NJ (15 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Allendale, NJ (15 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Vitalant is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Manager dedicated to making a positive difference. If you are results-driven and impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you,...

Research Laboratory Manager (Dr Garcia-Sastres Lab) - Microbiology

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Research Laboratory Manager (Dr Garcia-Sastre's Lab) - Microbiology Mount Sinai New York, NY 10029 Description The Research Laboratory Manager provides operational oversight of the assigned basic...

Clinical Research Coordinator (Part-Time) - Immunology and Immunotherapy

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Description The Clinical Research Coordinator, Part-time performs all the regular duties of a Clinical Research Coordinator, but due to abbreviated hours doesn't qualify for exemption. This is an...

Principal Scientist, Cancer Vaccines (New York, NY)

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Tarrytown, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

With us, you'll get to: Lead our Cancer Prevention Group in researching and developing novel preventive cancer vaccines Please apply if you have: A PhD, MD or both and at least 10 years of vaccine...

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Salary for Principal Chemist Jobs in Tarrytown, NY

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in Tarrytown, NY 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 Tarrytown, NY
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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