Managing Scientist Jobs in San Diego, CA

A Managing Scientist in the chemistry industry plays a vital role in managing and leading a team of scientists and researchers. They are primarily responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and execution of research projects in an organization. Job responsibilities include developing and implementing research goals, setting budgets, ensuring regulatory compliance, hiring and training staff, and communicating research findings to stakeholders. They also collaborate with other departments and teams to drive strategic initiatives and influence the direction of the company's scientific pursuits.

A Managing Scientist must possess a strong set of skills including leadership, project management, and excellent communication abilities. They should have a deep understanding of chemistry principles and practices, as well as be well-versed in safety protocols and regulatory requirements. A PhD in chemistry or a related field is typically required, coupled with significant experiences in a scientific research environment. Relevant certifications such as Certified Professional Chemist (CPC) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Managing Scientist, an individual may hold roles such as Research Scientist, Lead Scientist, or Laboratory Manager, providing them with the necessary knowledge and experience to oversee a team and drive research projects.

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Senior Principal Scientist, Neuroscience, Clinical Biomarker, Late Phases, Translational Medicine

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Determines appropriate assays and vendors for clinical biomarkers, and manages outsourcing of biomarker assay development and validation partnering with Translational Sciences colleagues when applicable...

Hybrid

Principal Scientist/Associate Director, Proteomics (On-Site)

  • Neomorph
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in modern LC-MS proteomics with a strong understanding of assay development, quantitative rigor, and platform growth....

In Person

Principal Scientist, Pharmaceutical Development

  • Neurocrine
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

Who We Are: Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering, developing and...

In Person

Principal Scientist, Analytical Development

  • Neurocrine
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

Experience in method transfer in Analytical Chemistry OR MS/MA in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline and 10+ years of experience OR PhD in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline and 4+ years...

In Person

Senior Principal Scientist, Pre-Formulation and Materials Science

  • 185 Pharmacia & Upjohn Company
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago

ROLE SUMMARY This Senior Principal Scientist position will be a strong scientific and leadership role within the Early Formulation Science and Drug Delivery (EFS-DD) group, supporting early-stage...

In Person

Senior Principal Scientist, Pre-Formulation and Materials Science

  • Pfizer
  • La Jolla, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 15 days ago

ROLE SUMMARY This Senior Principal Scientist position will be a strong scientific and leadership role within the Early Formulation Science and Drug Delivery (EFS-DD) group, supporting early-stage...

In Person

Principal Scientist, Data Science - Digital Media

  • Johnson & Johnson
  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments...

Hybrid

Senior Principal Scientist, Computational Multiomics, Precision Measures

  • Johnson and Johnson
  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 days ago

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments...

Hybrid

Principal Scientist, Computational Sciences - Protein Structure Prediction and Design

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • San Diego, CA
  • 27 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 27 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...

Hybrid

Director, Chemistry

  • ADARx Pharmaceuticals
  • San Diego, CA
  • 27 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 27 days ago

The Director, Chemistry will provide scientific and strategic leadership for the design, optimization, and advancement of next-generation oligonucleotide therapeutics, with a focus on conjugation...

In Person

Job Description Summary #LI-Hybrid Internal Title: Associate Director/Senior Principal Scientist Location: San Diego, CA We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated PK Sciences project team...

Hybrid

Principal Scientist, Biotherapeutics Bioanalyst Bench Scientist

  • Novartis
  • San Diego, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 29 days ago

Desirable Requirements: Experience with classical protein and biotherapeutic analytical techniques including ligand binding assay development....

In Person

Job Description Summary #LI-Hybrid (Balance of in-person and virtual working, with an average of 12 days a month on site) Internal Title: Principal Scientist II or Senior Principal Scientist...

Hybrid

Principal Scientist, Biologics Process Development

  • Avidity Biosciences, Inc.
  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Profoundly Improve People's lives by Revolutionizing the Delivery of RNA Therapeutics At Avidity Biosciences, we are passionate about the impact of every employee in realizing our vision of...

Remote

Senior Principal Scientist/Associate Director PK Sciences (DUAL LEVEL POSTING)

  • Novartis AG
  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Summary Senior Principal Scientist / Associate Director, PK Sciences, Therapeutic Areas (DUAL LEVEL POSTING) #LI_Hybrid Location: Cambridge, MA or San Diego (US) We are seeking an enthusiastic and...

Hybrid

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Salary for Managing Scientist Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Highest Education Level

Managing Scientists in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
47.7%
Bachelor's Degree
28.2%
Master's Degree
22.6%
Associate's Degree
0.6%
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 Managing Scientists in San Diego, CA
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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