Associate Chemist Jobs in South San Francisco, CA

An Associate Chemist plays a vital role in the chemistry industry, conducting a wide range of laboratory tests, procedures, and analyses to support research and development works. They are responsible for preparing test solutions, compounds, and reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct tests. They also analyze organic and inorganic compounds to determine their chemical and physical properties, composition, structure, relationships, and reactions, using chromatography, spectroscopy, and spectrophotometry techniques. Important skills for this role include analytical skills, attention to detail, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities.

Before becoming an Associate Chemist, an individual may have previously held roles such as Laboratory Technician, Research Assistant, or Quality Control Analyst. These roles provide a solid foundation in laboratory procedures, data analysis, and quality control, which are crucial for a successful career as an Associate Chemist. In terms of certifications, a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field is typically required. Furthermore, a certification from a recognized body, such as the American Chemical Society (ACS) Certified Chemist designation, can boost career prospects.

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Senior Research Associate, Viral Vector Analytics (Contractor)

  • Brisbane, CA (2 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • moments ago
  • Brisbane, CA (2 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • moments ago

An employer is looking for a Senior Research Associate, Viral Vector Analytics Support scientists in establishing small and mid-scale AAV production processes with mammalian cell lines. This will...

Research Associate/Sr. Research Associate, Histology

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

Location: 201 Haskins Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080 Status: Regular Full-Time Reports To: Associate Director, Gene Therapy About SonoThera SonoThera is a venture capital-backed early-stage...

Sr. Clinical Research Associate

  • Redwood City, CA (16 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Redwood City, CA (16 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About Karius Karius is a venture-backed life science startup that is transforming the way pathogens and other microbes are observed throughout the body. By unlocking the information present in...

Staff Research Associate Pediatrics

  • 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

The Sweet-Cordero laboratory is on the Mission Bay campus of UCSF. The laboratory focuses on molecular biology of cancer, with a particular focus on pediatric sarcomas and lung cancer. We are...

Associate Scientist III

  • 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

Associate Scientist III, wanted by Insitro, Inc. in South San Francisco, CA. Establishing and scaling up robust differentiation of iPSCs into mature cell types relevant to human disease, with a...

Sr. Research Associate

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

At Personalis, we are transforming the active management of cancer through breakthrough personalized testing. We aim to drive a new paradigm for cancer management, guiding care from biopsy through...

Staff Research Associate I University of California San Francisco

  • 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

Under supervision, Staff Research Associate I will perform standard repetitive, technical laboratory and/or field experimental procedures and receive training in the more difficult procedures...

Research Associate II, Cell Biology, Hematology Research

  • San Rafael, CA (22 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Rafael, CA (22 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since our...

Research Associate - Theoretical (Particle Physics)

  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Research Associate - Theoretical (Particle Physics) 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 2575 Sand Hill Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025 SLAC Job Postings Position Overview: The SLAC FPD Theory group plans to appoint a...

Staff Research Associate I

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Under supervision, Staff Research Associate I will perform standard repetitive, technical laboratory and/or field experimental procedures and receive training in the more difficult procedures...

Senior Research Associate, DMPK

  • Redwood City, CA (16 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (16 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Hands-on experience in HPLC/UPLC method development and/or bioanalytical method development in compliance with regulatory requirements. Working experience in DMPK lab....

Sr. Clinical Research Associate (Cardiac Surgical Products)New

  • Hayward, CA (18 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (18 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago

New Sr. Clinical Research Associate (Cardiac Surgical Products) Hayward, CA - Hybrid Pulse Biosciences (Nasdaq: PLSE): Join the Future of Bioelectric Medicine Pulse Biosciences is a novel...

Associate Scientist, Analytical Development

  • Newark, CA (22 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newark, CA (22 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The Associate Scientist will participate in a team responsible for all aspects of method development, qualification, and execution for the characterization of complex biologics....

Research Associate, Quantitative Developmental Biology (Jacobo Group - Biohub SF)

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub San Francisco (CZ Biohub SF) ( ) is an independent nonprofit research institute that brings together three powerhouse universities - Stanford, UC Berkeley, and UC San...

Research Associate/Senior Research Associate, Structural Biology

  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (8 miles from South San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Research Associate/Senior Research Associate with expertise in protein science to join our biology drug discovery team. The...

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Salary for Associate Chemist Jobs in South San Francisco, CA

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Highest Education Level

Associate Chemists in South San Francisco, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.3%
Master's Degree
26.2%
Doctorate Degree
24.5%
Associate's Degree
1.5%
High School or GED
0.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.5%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Associate Chemists 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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