Scientist Jobs in South San Francisco, CA

A Scientist in the chemistry industry is a professional who conducts rigorous experiments, studies, and research to further knowledge about the composition, structure, and properties of substances. They play a crucial role in discovering and developing new medicines, materials, products, or processes for manufacturing. Key tasks include creating and testing hypotheses, analyzing data, writing reports, and presenting findings. Essential skills for a Chemistry Scientist include analytical thinking, problem-solving, attention to detail, and proficiency in using sophisticated laboratory equipment and software tools. They should also have excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively share their research findings.

Chemistry Scientists should have at least a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field, although many positions require a Master's degree or PhD. Certifications, such as Certified Chemist or Certified Professional Chemist, can further enhance their credibility in the field. Individuals aspiring to become a Scientist in the chemistry industry often start their careers in roles such as Laboratory Assistant, where they gain hands-on experience with laboratory procedures and equipment, or Research Assistant, where they contribute to scientific studies under the guidance of experienced researchers. Some may also work as a Chemical Technician, performing routine chemical tests and assisting with research projects.

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iPSC Editing Scientist

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago

IPSC EDITING SCIENTIST IN SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA, USA!...

Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), Prenatal (Graveyard Shift) (contractor)

  • Union City, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Union City, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

We are looking for driven contract Clinical Laboratory Scientists (with California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License) to join our team on a part-time basis (up to 20 hours per week)....

Sr Scientist, Protein Therapeutics

  • Foster City, CA (11 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Foster City, CA (11 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

Job Description Gilead Research is looking for an experienced proteomics scientist to join the Mass Spectrometry group in the Protein Therapeutics department....

Software Development Engineer, Query Processing AWS Analytics

  • East Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • East Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Amazon Analytics offers fully managed cloud data warehouse and data lake capabilities. Tens of thousands of enterprise customers use Analytics services to crunch through exabytes of data in the...

Scientist, Immunology

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Kelly Science & Clinical Scientist, Immunology Bay Area Future Roles Pay rate: $80,000-$120,000 annually Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking to connect with Scientist for future opportunities with our...

Senior Software Development Engineer, Android

  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

FordPass is a world-class customer-facing mobile application used by millions of customers around the world. We are looking for a customer-centric senior software engineer who embraces lean and...

Senior Scientist, In Vivo Imaging

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description The Translational Imaging Biomarkers group within Translational Medicine is seeking applicants for a Senior Scientist position, In Vivo Imaging, available at our South San Francisco,...

Medical Laboratory Scientist

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Experience: 2 years of experience as a Medical Technologist or Clinical Lab Scientist....

Senior Research Scientist, Advanced Materials

  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (21 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Advanced Materials Research Scientist to join our dynamic team, driving innovation and supporting current and future programs....

Scientist I

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

: The Quantitative, Translational & ADME Sciences (QTAS) department is seeking a highly motivated fulltime contract Scientist to join the In Vitro ADME Sciences group (IVAS)....

FSP - Scientist - Analytical Chemistry

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Not all of the below skills are required but a combination of experience with several instruments on the list is desirable HPLC HPLC-MS FTIR KF Conductivity ICP IC GC UV pH Wet Chemistry (USP) Working...

Clinical Lab Scientist (3rd shift)

  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA (24 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Our Clinical Lab Scientists perform and report clinical lab testing on samples used by physicians in the diagnostic and treatment of patients....

Data Scientist, (Technical Leadership) - Retail Analytics

  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking experienced Data Scientists to join our team and drive impact across various product areas....

iPSC editing scientist

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an iPSC Editing Scientist for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Pharmaceutical clients in San Francisco, CA....

Software Development Engineer - SDE II, Connectivity Systems at eero

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

At eero, our mission is to serve as the central nervous system of the home. While we began by revolutionizing home WiFi, we aim to create comprehensive solutions that serve both wireless and wired...

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Salary for Scientist Jobs in South San Francisco, CA

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Highest Education Level

Scientists in South San Francisco, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.7%
Doctorate Degree
26.3%
Master's Degree
24.6%
Associate's Degree
1.5%
High School or GED
1.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.7%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Scientists in South San Francisco, 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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