Principal Chemist Jobs in Washington

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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Duties You will distribute, balance, assign, assist and monitor the workload among analysts who provide timely and accurate chemical analysis and mechanical testing services to the command and its...

CoreAI Senior Principal Scientist Applied Deep Learning

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 1 day ago

Keystone is a global technology and advisory firm that helps clients navigate the digital age's biggest challenges. They offer services like CoreAI Solutions, Economic and Technology Advisory,...

Clinical Research Coordinator I - Pathology & Immunology

  • Medical Lake, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Medical Lake, WA
  • 1 day ago

Clinical Research Coordinator I - Pathology & Immunology University of Washington, United States about 4 hours ago Location: Medical Lake, WASHINGTON Job Type: FullTime Scheduled Hours 40 Position...

Interdisciplinary Lead Materials Engineer/Lead Chemist

  • Silverdale, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Silverdale, WA
  • 3 days ago

You will distribute, balance, assign, assist and monitor the workload among analysts who provide timely and accurate chemical analysis and mechanical testing services to the command and its...

You will serve as an Interdisciplinary Lead Materials Engineer/Lead Chemist in the Quality Assurance Department, Scientific Services Division of TRIDENT REFIT FACILITY, BANGOR.In addition to the...

Principal Scientist, Applied Science, Amazon One

  • Seattle, WA
  • 14 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 14 days ago

As part of the AWS Solutions organization, we have a vision to provide business applications, leveraging Amazons unique experience and expertise, that are used by millions of companies worldwide...

Senior/Principal Scientist, Bioconjugation Process Development

  • Bothell, WA
  • 24 days ago
  • Bothell, WA
  • 24 days ago

Company Overview Immunome is a clinical-stage targeted oncology company committed to developing first- and best-in-class targeted therapies designed to improve outcomes for cancer patients. We are...

Senior/Principal Scientist Analytical Development and QC, Biologics

  • Bothell, WA
  • 24 days ago
  • Bothell, WA
  • 24 days ago

Qualifications A Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field....

Principal Scientist, Team IDEAS

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 30+ days ago

We are designing the future. If you are in quest of an iterative fast-paced environment, where you can drive innovation through scientific inquiry, and provide tangible benefit to hundreds of...

Principal Scientist, Cell Therapy In Vivo Pharmacology

  • Seattle, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 30+ 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...

The Foundation We are the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity around the world. Founded on a simple premise: people everywhere, regardless of identity or circumstances,...

CoreAI Senior Principal Scientist Applied Deep Learning

  • Seattle, WA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 45+ days ago

SEATTLE, NYC CoreAI Senior Principal Scientist - Applied Deep Learning Position Overview Keystone's Core AI team is seeking a Senior Principal Scientist who will serve as a thought-leader and...

Principal Scientist- Target ID and Validation, CAR-T (Seattle, WA)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 45+ days ago

We need a strong scientific foundation in or proximal to the CAR-T cell field and sound technical fundamentals for basic immunology and molecular biology workflows....

Principal Scientist- Video Generation Control Research Leader

  • Seattle, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 60+ days ago

Our Company Changing the world through digital experiences is what Adobe's all about. We give everyone-from emerging artists to global brands-everything they need to design and deliver exceptional...

Principal Scientist, Purification

  • Seattle, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 60+ days ago

Just - Evotec Biologics' Purification Process Development group is seeking an enthusiastic and hardworking team member who is passionate about expanding worldwide access to biotherapeutics through...

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Salary for Principal Chemist Jobs in Washington

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Principal Chemists in Washington 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 Washington
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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