Research Associate Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

1-15 of 26 Jobs

Life Science Research Professional 1 (1 Year Fixed-Term, 50% FTE) Stanford University

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Extensive Expertise in Primary patient derived cell culture. Molecular Biology and Cell Biology Training. Sterile Handling and Processing of Primary Cells. Human Tumor Cell Culture....

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Life Science Research Professional 1 (1 Year Fixed-Term, 50% FTE)

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Extensive Expertise in Primary patient derived cell culture. Molecular Biology and Cell Biology Training. Sterile Handling and Processing of Primary Cells. Human Tumor Cell Culture....

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Life Science Research Professional 1 Stanford University

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 8 days ago

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of standard molecular biology techniques: gel electrophoresis, polymerase chain reaction (PCR)....

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Staff Research Associate - Chemistry Teaching Lab

  • University of California - Santa Cruz
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 10 days ago

Staff Research Associate - Chemistry Teaching Lab University of California - Santa Cruz United States, California, Santa Cruz 1156 High Street (Show on map) Oct 17, 2025 Apply for Job Job ID 81943 Location...

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Advanced Research Associate

  • Bio-Techne
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 16 days ago

If you have experience with analytical instruments, assay development, or capillary electrophoresis this might be the role for you....

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Research Assistant (2 Years Fixed-Term) (Multiple Positions) Stanford University

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 21 days ago

The Human Motor Control and Neuromodulation Lab under Dr. Helen Bronte-Stewart is part of the Stanford Movement Disorders Center within the Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences at...

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Research Assistant Stanford University

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 21 days ago

As a Research Assistant, you will be responsible for various tasks, including assay development, high-throughput screening, data analysis, collaboration with other researchers, and the preparation of...

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Life Science Research Professional 1, Vascular Surgery

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 23 days ago

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Degree in the Biology, Cell Biology or other Biological Sciences preferred. Computer experience with spreadsheet and word processing applications required....

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Research Assistant (2 Years Fixed-Term) (Multiple Positions)

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 26 days ago

The Human Motor Control and Neuromodulation Lab under Dr. Helen Bronte-Stewart is part of the Stanford Movement Disorders Center within the Department of Neurology and Neurological Sciences at...

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Life Science Research Professional 1 - SCI (OnSite)

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Outstanding mammalian cell culture techniques....

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Life Science Research Professional 1 (1 Year Fixed-Term)

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Position requirements also include molecular biology and cell culture tasks. Dr....

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Research Associate (Social Science Research Professional 1) Fixed Term Ending 6/30/2026

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a Research Associate (Social Science Research Professional 1) for a 9-month fixed term ending June 30, 2026....

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Life Science Research Professional 1

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of standard molecular biology techniques: gel electrophoresis, polymerase chain reaction (PCR)....

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Research Assistant (12-Month Fixed Term/Hybrid)

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

diverse multidisciplinary teams of scientists, together with industry collaborators, are creating new methods for the early detection of cancer using molecular imaging, nanotechnology, and systems biology...

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Life Science Research Professional 1- Onsite Opportunity only

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

The OConnell Lab in the Department of Biology is seeking a research technician to work under the supervision of Prof Lauren OConnell....

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Salary for Research Associate Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

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Highest Education Level

Research Associates in Santa Cruz, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.9%
Master's Degree
27.9%
Doctorate Degree
22.6%
Associate's Degree
2.3%
High School or GED
1.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Research Associates in Santa Cruz, CA
2-4 years
31.0%
10+ years
29.8%
6-8 years
21.5%
4-6 years
17.7%