Research Scientist Jobs in California

1-15 of 134 Jobs

Research Scientist (1 Year Fixed Term)

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Stanford, CA
  • 4 days ago

or retroviruses, including molecular biology and reverse genetics; replication and reactivation assays; cell line generation and optimization....

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Research Scientist (2-Year Fixed-Term), Abdominal Transplantation

  • Stanford University
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 4 days ago

Sheri Krams at Stanford School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, Division of Abdominal Transplantation is seeking a Basic Life Research Scientist interested in studying the cellular and molecular...

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Basic Life Research Scientist (3 Year Fixed Term)

  • Stanford University
  • San Bruno, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Bruno, CA
  • 4 days ago

The Cox laboratory at Stanford University School of Medicine seeks a full-time staff research scientist to accelerate the development of novel technologies for probing protein-RNA interactions at scale...

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Life Science Research Professional 2 (1-Year Fixed-Term)

  • Stanford University
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

Expertise with molecular biology techniques such as DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, qPCR, CRISPR/Cas9, and/or cloning. Excellent written and oral communication skills....

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Basic Life Research Scientist (1 Year Fixed Term)

  • Stanford University
  • Castro Valley, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Castro Valley, CA
  • 4 days ago

Extensive experience with molecular biology, mouse handling and procedures, flow-cytometry analysis and cell sorting, mammalian cell culture, RNA-sequencing, and microscopy....

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Research Scientist in CRISPR Genomics, Engreitz Lab (2 Year Fixed Term)

  • Stanford University
  • Campbell, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Campbell, CA
  • 4 days ago

The Laboratory of Jesse Engreitz (Dept of Genetics, BASE Initiative) is seeking a Research Scientist in CRISPR Genomics (Life Science Research Professional 3) to lead large-scale data production projects...

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Life Science Research Professional

  • Stanford University
  • Hayward, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Hayward, CA
  • 4 days ago

The Kumar Lab, within the Division of Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine, is seeking a Life Science Research Professional to assist on a project studying the cellular and molecular mechanisms that...

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Life Science Research Professional 2, Abdominal Transplantation

  • Stanford University
  • San Carlos, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Carlos, CA
  • 4 days ago

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS in life science discipline such as biology, virology, or immunology. Knowledge of molecular biology techniques. Tissue culture experience....

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Life Science Research Professional 2-year fixed term (Multiple positions)

  • Stanford University
  • Los Altos, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Altos, CA
  • 4 days ago

Does the brain fascinate you? Do you want to fight Alzheimers, Parkinsons, Epilepsy, and stroke? Are you a team player with precise hands-on lab skills? The Jin Hyung Lee Lab at Stanford...

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Life Science Research Professional 2

  • Stanford University
  • Boulder Creek, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Boulder Creek, CA
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities include cell culture and maintenance of human cell lines, basic molecular biology (PCR, cloning, running DNA and protein gels), flow cytometry, preparation of samples for deep sequencing...

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Clinical Research Coordinator Associate, Pediatric Surgery (Hybrid Opportunity)

  • Stanford University
  • California City, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • California City, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Clinical Research Coordinator Associate, Pediatric Surgery (Hybrid Opportunity) Stanford University, United States about 1 hour ago Location: California City, CALIFORNIA This position will be...

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Principal Research Scientist II

  • AbbVie
  • East Irvine, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • East Irvine, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Company Description AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive...

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Clinical Research Coordinator Associate, Pediatric Surgery (Hybrid Opportunity) Stanford University

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Stanford, CA
  • 11 hours ago

This position will be based on the Stanford campus and is a hybrid of working on-site and working from home, subject to operational need. The Department of Surgery, Division of Pediatric Surgery...

Hybrid Full Time

Bioanalytical Scientist

  • Eurofins
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Company Description The work we do at Eurofins Professional Scientific Services matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins PSS, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our...

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Basic Life Research Scientist (1 Year Fixed Term) Stanford University

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Stanford, CA
  • 1 day ago

Extensive experience with molecular biology, mouse handling and procedures, flow-cytometry analysis and cell sorting, mammalian cell culture, RNA-sequencing, and microscopy....

In Person Full Time

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Salary for Research Scientist Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHire research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Research Scientists in California offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
34.9%
Bachelor's Degree
34.5%
Master's Degree
28.0%
Associate's Degree
1.0%
High School or GED
0.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.6%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.0%

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