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Battelle

Chemist

Columbus, OH · On-site

The selected candidate will support the synthesis, purification, modification, and characterization ... Responsibilities The Chemist will support Battelle's Advanced Materials and Energetics team members ...

Verdox, Inc

Examine and develop diverse polymer chemistry, employing various types of polymerizations, polymer backbones, and purification techniques * Focus on developing and optimizing synthetic protocols for ...

Battelle Memorial Institute

Chemist

Columbus, OH · On-site

The selected candidate will support the synthesis, purification, modification, and characterization ... Responsibilities The Chemist will support Battelle's Advanced Materials and Energetics team members ...

LGC Group

Principal Chemist

Petaluma, CA

Principal Oligonucleotide Chemist Company: LGC Biosearch Technologies Location: 2100 South McDowell ... Troubleshoot synthetic routes, instrument performance, and purification workflows and analytics to ...

LGC Group

Principal Chemist

Petaluma, CA · On-site

Principal Oligonucleotide Chemist Company: LGC Biosearch Technologies Location: 2100 South McDowell ... Troubleshoot synthetic routes, instrument performance, and purification workflows and analytics to ...

LGC Group

Principal Chemist

Petaluma, CA · On-site

Principal Oligonucleotide Chemist Company: LGC Biosearch Technologies Location: 2100 South McDowell ... Troubleshoot synthetic routes, instrument performance, and purification workflows and analytics to ...

Astrix Inc

Production Chemist

Torrance, CA · On-site

Perform purification process by chromatography, crystallization and other techniques, and in ... in Chemistry or related field * 1-5 years' work experience * Experience with HPLC and ...

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How much do purification chemist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for purification chemist in the United States is $30.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $35.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a purification chemist?

Purification Chemists are scientists who specialize in separating and purifying chemical compounds from mixtures. They often work in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or chemical manufacturing industries to ensure that products meet required purity standards. Their responsibilities involve using techniques such as chromatography, crystallization, and filtration to isolate target substances. Purification Chemists also analyze samples, troubleshoot purification processes, and document their findings to support research and production.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a purification chemist?

To thrive as a Purification Chemist, you need a solid background in chemistry, experience with purification techniques such as chromatography, and at least a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field. Familiarity with instruments like HPLC, GC, and preparative chromatography systems, as well as knowledge of laboratory safety protocols, is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective problem-solving abilities are crucial soft skills for excelling in this position. These skills and qualities ensure the reliable isolation of high-purity compounds, critical for research, development, and manufacturing processes.

What are common challenges faced by purification chemists, and how can they be addressed?

Purification Chemists often encounter challenges such as optimizing purification protocols for new or complex compounds, troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, and maintaining high product purity under tight deadlines. These challenges can be addressed by staying up-to-date with the latest purification technologies, collaborating closely with analytical chemists to verify results, and implementing rigorous quality control procedures. Proactively communicating with team members and documenting procedures also helps in efficiently overcoming obstacles and improving workflow.

What is the difference between Purification Chemist vs Analytical Chemist?

AspectPurification ChemistAnalytical Chemist
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Chemistry, certifications varyBachelor's or Master's in Chemistry, certifications vary
Work EnvironmentLaboratories focused on purification processesLaboratories performing analysis and testing
Employer & Industry UsagePharmaceutical, biotech, chemical manufacturingPharmaceutical, environmental, food industries
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both Purification Chemists and Analytical Chemists work in laboratory settings within similar industries, Purification Chemists primarily focus on isolating and purifying compounds, whereas Analytical Chemists analyze samples to determine their composition. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify roles aligned with their skills and career goals.

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Principal Scientist I, II or III - Purification Chemist - FSP

Parexel

Three Rivers, MI

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

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Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.
At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.

Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.

We are looking to fill a Principal Scientist - Purification Chemist position working as a full-time employee of Parexel FSP on long-term assignment onsite at one of our clients located in Rahway, NJ. This position offers full benefits, sick time, 401K, paid holidays, and paid time off.

Description - Purification Scientist within the Analytical Enabling Capability department. Apply knowledge and skillsets in chromatography, organic chemistry, or biochemistry to execute the purification of API, reaction products, process intermediates, byproducts, or impurities in an R&D laboratory.

Qualifications - BS/MS /PhD in Chemistry or Biochemistry and relevant experience in chromatographic purification.

  • Principal Scientist I - PhD < 1 year experience; MS with 3+ years; BS with 7+ years

  • Principal Scientist II - PhD > 1 year experience; MS with 5+ years; BS with 10+ years

  • Principal Scientist III - PhD with 3+ years of experience, MS with 7+ years; BS with 12+ years

Required Skills and Experience

  • Experience in semi-preparative/preparative chromatographic purification from recent industry experience

  • Background in the separation of multicomponent mixtures

  • Strong laboratory skills, chromatographic skills, and wet chemistry skills

  • Strong technical problem-solving skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

About Parexel

Parexel FSP includes the CMC Operations group. We provide pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies with qualified and talented technical professionals to support the development and delivery of new therapies.

For results-driven and caring individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the world, Parexel is trusted by life sciences companies to meet their long-term staffing needs for scientists and engineers and related professionals in discovery and development of novel therapies, keeping patients at the center of everything we do, and where an inclusive community helps you be your best, transforming any career into a life-changing achievement.

Come join us!

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Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Bring your Data Management expertise to Parexel's Strategic Partnerships. Although we work globally, each partnership we form is deeply personal. We are as dedicated to every aspect of our client's product development as they are - and work closely with client teams in true partnership to understand both challenges and opportunities. At Parexel we are focused on meeting customer and patient needs through collaborative partnership so that we get treatments into the hands of patients who need them most.

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Pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Waltham, MA, US

Year founded

1983

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