Chemist Jobs in New Jersey
Chemist jobs in New Jersey are among the most active in the country, concentrated in pharmaceutical manufacturing, specialty chemicals, and consumer products R&D across a range of levels from entry-level lab technician to senior research scientist. The strongest hiring is in and around Newark, Princeton, and the Route 1 corridor, where companies like Johnson & Johnson, BASF, and Merck have long-established operations. Analytical chemistry, formulation chemistry, and quality control are the specialties drawing the most consistent demand. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Endomedix Inc.
Endomedix Inc is a start-up medical device company located in Montclair. NJ. We have developed a new class of biomaterials based on natural polysaccharides with 10 issued patents. The 1st application we have developed is for hemostasis specifically targeted towards brain & spine surgery. This class III device will have a major impact in a sector that has not benefited from fundamental innovation since 1945. We have a lean internal team leveraged through a group of renown scientist experts and this position will be ‘hands on’ from the start.
I. Scope of Position
The Polymer Process Chemist will play a central role in scaling chemical processing and materials purification activities from discovery laboratory scale to manufacturing scale. This individual will act as a critical liaison between Endomedix and an external Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), ensuring the successful transfer and scale-up of processes, purification steps, and analytical control methods.
Post-scale-up, the chemist will support the development of a Good Laboratory Practice (GLP; 21 CFR §58)-compliant quality system to enable production of materials for nonclinical and clinical testing. Additional responsibilities include development of sterilization methods, stability assessments, internal synthesis and purification of polysaccharides, and ownership of analytical methodologies. This is not a research position.
II. Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform hands-on chemical synthesis of derivatized natural polymers using established SOPs.
- Conduct purification processes of polymers per standardized procedures.
- Coordinate with external laboratories conducting H-NMR and SEC-MALS analyses.
- Perform instrument calibrations and materials preparation for laboratory operations.
- Review CDMO procedures to ensure accurate translation of Company protocols and identify potential risks or issues.
- Assist in the development of CDMO work plans and schedules.
- Analyze CDMO test batch results using data from SEC-MALS, SEC-RI, H-NMR, FTIR, UV, and titration methods.
- Review process control data from the CDMO to identify trends and quality metrics.
- Perform QC verification of conformity with SOP for every batch
- Conduct in-house batch testing including:
- Mechanical testing
- Titrations
- SEM imaging
- Viscosity analysis using rheometry
- Support sterilization method development for Endomedix proprietary materials
- Follow and help refine SOPs for established lab techniques.
- Perform statistical analysis on internal and CDMO batch records.
- Assist with the preparation of grant proposals and technical reports.
III. Supervisory Responsibilities
- None
IV. Qualifications
- Ph.D. in organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, material science
- 3+ years hands-on industry experience with organic/polymer synthesis required
- (Experience with
- polysaccharides
- strongly preferred)
- Extensive experience with polymer characterization techniques, including:
- GPC/SEC
- Viscometry
- Rheology
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and solve complex problems in polymer chemistry and scale-up.
- Prior experience with scaling up of polymers required
- Strong understanding of structure-property relationships in polymers.
- Proficiency in bench-scale wet chemistry and spectroscopy (NMR, FTIR).
- Prior lab-based chemical synthesis or analytical/product development experience required.
- Experience using statistical analysis for data-driven decision making is required.
- Willingness to travel between CDMO site and company location as needed.Additional Information
- Salary: Commensurate with experience
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in chemist jobs across New Jersey.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related science field
- Hands-on laboratory experience with standard analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC, and spectroscopy
- Familiarity with FDA regulations, GMP, or GLP standards relevant to pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturing
- Strong data analysis and documentation skills, including experience with LIMS or similar lab software
- Ability to develop, validate, and troubleshoot analytical methods in a regulated laboratory environment
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and regulatory reporting
Chemist Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a chemist in New Jersey?
New Jersey does not require a state-issued license to work as a chemist, so the path runs through education and employer credentialing rather than a licensing board. Most positions require at least a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field, and roles in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing typically expect familiarity with GMP or GLP standards. A degree from a New Jersey institution with co-op or internship components gives candidates a direct path into the dense pharma corridor along Routes 1 and 9.
How much do chemists make in New Jersey?
Chemists in New Jersey earn a median of about $84,450 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,910 for the lowest 10% to over $144,030 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire chemists in New Jersey?
Employers hiring chemists in New Jersey right now include L'Oréal, SGS, and Leidos, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New Jersey's pharmaceutical and specialty chemical sectors mean hiring activity tends to be concentrated in R&D, quality control, and process chemistry roles at large, established manufacturers.
Which New Jersey cities have the most chemist jobs?
The cities with the most chemist openings in New Jersey are Clark, Somerset, and Fairfield. This distribution reflects the dense concentration of pharmaceutical headquarters and chemical manufacturing plants along the central and northeastern corridors of the state, where anchor employers like Merck, Johnson & Johnson, and BASF anchor large clusters of chemistry hiring across R&D and operations functions.
Are there remote chemist jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, but they're rare. Chemist work is largely hands-on and tied to physical laboratories, so most roles require on-site presence. About 13% of chemist openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those that are tend to involve regulatory affairs, scientific writing, or data-driven analytical review rather than bench work.
How can I get hired as a chemist in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a quality control technician or lab analyst role at one of New Jersey's pharmaceutical or contract manufacturing organizations, which regularly hire candidates with a bachelor's degree and limited bench experience. Companies in the Princeton and Parsippany areas often run new-graduate associate scientist programs. A co-op or internship completed through Rutgers University or NJIT, or an EIT-adjacent credential in a regulated environment, gives candidates a clear advantage when competing for entry-level openings.
Where can I find and apply to chemist jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to chemist jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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