Chemistry Jobs in San Diego, CA
The Bishop's School
La Jolla, CA
The Science Department seeks candidates who are enthusiastic about working with teaching teams and other departmental colleagues to develop, iterate upon, and align lab-focused, inquiry-based, student-centered curricula throughout the Science Department. We seek candidates who hold high expectations for students, design learning experiences that prioritize adolescent well-being and belonging, are enthusiastic about working on teams and are eager to pursue growth in their teaching practice.
Vanguard-IP
San Diego, CA
A master's degree, with a preference for a PhD, in Organic Chemistry or a related field or prior experience with patent preparation and prosecution related to small molecule pharmaceuticals. Our concentrated focus in these areas enables us to more deeply understand our clients' technical needs, and our candidates' individual talents and career interests.
Vanguard-IP
San Diego, CA
Demonstrated scientific writing ability using proper grammar and vocabulary that also includes the following skills: analyzing and explaining abstract scientific concepts and terms synthesizing a large amount of scientific or technological literature into a systematic and concise description of the state of the art; and differentiating and describing important differences among related scientific discoveries or technological breakthroughs. • Draft responses to rejection of a patent application for an invention from the United States Patent and Trademark Office and other worldwide Patent Offices, providing detailed analysis of the scientific or patent references cited in the rejection, assessing the difference between the invention and the citations, and presenting convincing arguments and reasoning why the patent application is to be allowed as a patent.
inSync Staffing
$35.5 - $44.25
San Diego, CA
Position Summary: As an Analytical Chemistry Scientist II at our Reagent Development Services – Analytical Method Development and Transfer Group, you will work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment, collaborating with internal and external partners to develop, validate and, transfer analytical methods to support formulation development, stability testing, and quality control testing of raw materials, intermediates, and final products in accordance with project timelines. Requirements: BS with Minimum 2 years of experience in analytical method development, qualification, validation and transfer using various analytical techniques such as HPLC, LC-MS, CE, UV, NMR, Fluorescence plate readers, enzyme activity assays, etc.
Vanguard-IP
San Diego, CA
Demonstrated scientific writing ability using proper grammar and vocabulary that also includes the following skills: analyzing and explaining abstract scientific concepts and terms; synthesizing a large amount of scientific or technological literature into a systematic and concise description of the state of the art; and differentiating and describing important differences among related scientific discoveries or technological breakthroughs. • Draft responses to rejection of a patent application for an invention from the United States Patent and Trademark Office and other worldwide Patent Offices, providing detailed analysis of the scientific or patent references cited in the rejection, assessing the difference between the invention and the citations, and presenting convincing arguments and reasoning why the patent application is to be allowed as a patent.
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals
San Diego, CA
Arrowhead is leading the field in bringing the promise of RNAi to address diseases outside of the liver, and our clinical pipeline includes disease targets in the liver and lung with a promising pipeline of preclinical candidates. Using a broad portfolio of RNA chemistries and efficient modes of delivery, Arrowhead therapies trigger the RNA interference mechanism to induce rapid, deep, and durable knockdown of target genes.
Vanguard-IP
San Diego, CA
Our concentrated focus in these areas enables us to more deeply understand our clients' technical needs, and our candidates' individual talents and career interests. • Ability to thrive when using your analytical skills to conduct complex and detailed analysis of legal matters.
Vanguard-IP
San Diego, CA
Our concentrated focus in these areas enables us to more deeply understand our clients' technical needs, and our candidates' individual talents and career interests. • PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering or applicable experience in the petrochemical industry.
Vanguard-IP
San Diego, CA
Our concentrated focus in these areas enables us to more deeply understand our clients' technical needs, and our candidates' individual talents and career interests. Our broad network of long-term client relationships gives us a competitive edge.
WuXi AppTec
$82731 - $120000
San Diego, California
This position works within a team of Process Research and Development (R&D) Scientists in conjunction with the Analytical Chemistry Department and is co-responsible for developing safe, efficient and easily scalable processes for producing starting materials, intermediates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). In addition, this position assists in tech transferring projects to Kilo Lab and Pilot Plant scales and contributes to the safe and cGMP compliant execution of API manufacturing processes.
STA Pharmaceutical
$82731 - $120000
San Diego, California
This position works within a team of Process Research and Development (R&D) Scientists in conjunction with the Analytical Chemistry Department and is co-responsible for developing safe, efficient and easily scalable processes for producing starting materials, intermediates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). In addition, this position assists in tech transferring projects to Kilo Lab and Pilot Plant scales and contributes to the safe and cGMP compliant execution of API manufacturing processes.
UC San Diego
San Diego, CA
We seek professionals with in-depth knowledge and expertise to teach online in the areas of regulatory affairs, drug discovery and development, medical device and diagnostic development, biostatistics, bioinformatics, and basic sciences, such as undergraduate-level biology, biochemistry, physiology, and organic chemistry. DES offers a wide range of courses and certificate programs to meet the continuing education needs of the life sciences community, support high-level skills development for industry professionals, and aid career transition for those entering the biotechnology field.
Drug Hunter
San Diego, CA
Maintain a general familiarity with the biopharma industry, including an understanding of the R&D process from target discovery to commercialization and key players in the industrial ecosystem (key companies, CROs, CDMOs, regulatory bodies, regulatory actions, and commercialization case studies). You will be responsible for researching, writing, editing, and producing content that analyzes scientific and commercial developments in drug discovery and provides our readers with insights and updates on relevant challenges and solutions for their work, with an emphasis on independent new content creation.
Vanguard-IP
San Diego, CA
A strong scientific background and an advanced degree in the life sciences space: (organic chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, pharmaceutical science, etc.) is required. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in: -Drafting patent applications, prosecuting patent applications in both US and foreign countries and territories.
Vanguard-IP
San Diego, CA
Previous patent prosecution law firm experience, patent bar membership, and a background in one of the following fields: cell or molecular biology, immunology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, cancer biology, pharmacology, biophysics, or digital health focused disciplines. Our sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients' technical needs, and our candidates' individual talents and career interests.
Global Dynamics
San Diego, CA
Two years of post-certification clinical laboratory experience (e.g., blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, immunology, clinical microscopy, etc.) within the last ten years as a certified Medical Laboratory Technician by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC), American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Registry (ASCP-BOR) or American Medical Technologists (AMT). Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in medical laboratory science, medical technology, clinical laboratory science or in a related science (e.g., laboratory sciences such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, immunology, etc.) .
Vanguard-IP
San Diego, CA
Demonstrated scientific writing ability using proper grammar and vocabulary that also includes the following skills: analyzing and explaining abstract scientific concepts and terms; synthesizing a large amount of scientific or technological literature into a systematic and concise description of the state of the art; and differentiating and describing important differences among related scientific discoveries or technological breakthroughs. • Draft responses to rejection of a patent application for an invention from the United States Patent and Trademark Office and other worldwide Patent Offices, providing detailed analysis of the scientific or patent references cited in the rejection, assessing the difference between the invention and the citations, and presenting convincing arguments and reasoning why the patent application is to be allowed as a patent.
San Diego Chemistry Jobs Overview
You may not readily see it, but the work and research conducted by chemists is critical on so many levels. This is because they produce formulations, antidotes, fixes, inventions, and innovations in everything from food production, environmental problems, and sustainable energy to construction, medicine, and the textile industry.
Employed within a mixture of chemistry jobs, these scientists are highly adept at either bringing to light new chemical reactions, processes, and elements or transforming discoveries at the atomic and molecular scale into new materials, treatments, technologies, consumer goods, and industries too. They also analyze the chemical compositions of substances and test the quality of products.
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About Working in San Diego, California
Known for its comfortable climate and beach life, San Diego has earned its nickname: "America's Finest City." Its world-class attractions include Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, the Gaslamp Quarter, and Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum. Not only is San Diego one of the most diverse cities in the United States, but it's also the U.S.'s eighth largest city. If you're looking for a great place to live and work, you can search for San Diego jobs on Monster.
San Diego welcomes workers from many different sectors, and they're well compensated for the move: The average annual salary in San Diego is higher than the national average. Additionally, San Diego's job market index score is 7.6 out of 10, meaning it has less unemployment and higher salaries than many other U.S. metro areas. If you want to expand your job search throughout the greater San Diego area, consider applying to jobs in Chula Vista, National City, and El Cajon.
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How Much Do Chemistry Jobs Pay in San Diego, California?
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