Principal Scientist, Computational Chemistry Cytokinetics, IncorporatedPrincipal Scientist, Computational ChemistrySouth San Francisco, CA$202,500–$236,250 / yearLeveraging state-of-the-art machine learning technologies such as QSAR modeling, de novo design tools, and reaction prediction algorithms, you will develop robust workflows and processes that enhance compound design capabilities and enable data-driven decision-making. Cytokinetics is a specialty cardiovascular biopharmaceutical company, building on its over 25 years of pioneering scientific innovations in muscle biology, and advancing a pipeline of potential new medicines for patients suffering from diseases of cardiac muscle dysfunction.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Oceanography & Natural Sciences (Chemistry, Physics and Oceanography) (AY 26/27) Cal PolyPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Oceanography & Natural Sciences (Chemistry, Physics and Oceanography) (AY 26/27)Vallejo, CaliforniaIn accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community.
Bioconjugate & Surface-Chemistry Consultant Astera InstituteBioconjugate & Surface-Chemistry ConsultantEmeryville, CaliforniaUnlike traditional non-profit research organizations, projects supported by Astera operate like high-velocity startups, allowing us to focus on ambitious goals, match structure to problem, and attract strong technical talent and leadership. The Astera Institute is seeking a Bioconjugate & Surface-Chemistry Consultant to advise on and develop the surface chemistry that anchors a DNA-origami structure to a device surface with controlled placement and orientation.
Senior Scientist, Surface Chemistry Ultima GenomicsSenior Scientist, Surface ChemistryFremont, CA$120,000–$140,000 / yearThis role pays between $120,000 and $140,000, if performed in California, and your actual base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Experience with vapor-phase and CVD-style deposition of organosilanes, thiols, or related surface chemistries, biomaterials coatings and/or bioconjugation chemistry.
Vice President, Early Discovery Chemistry Revolution MedicinesVice President, Early Discovery ChemistryRedwood City, CaliforniaThe VP will foster close collaboration across biology, computational sciences, and downstream medicinal chemistry teams to ensure seamless progression from early discovery into lead optimization and contribute to advancing transformative science by demonstrating: Vision, strategy, leadership : Collaborate with Research leadership to develop a long-term strategy for portfolio expansion through discovery of inhibitors of frontier oncology targets. Innovation : Provide scientific leadership for innovation across early discovery and medicinal chemistry, leveraging advances in AI/ML, data-informed approaches to accelerate DMTA cycles, computational design, data analysis, automation, innovative synthesis and screening approaches, and data science to accelerate discovery and expand access to novel chemical space.
NewScientist / Senior Scientist, Organic Chemistry Capable LabsScientist / Senior Scientist, Organic ChemistrySan Francisco, CaliforniaDesign and execute synthetic routes using solid-phase and solution-phase workflows, including functional group transformations, coupling chemistry, protecting group strategies, late-stage diversification, cleavage and deprotection where relevant, purification, and analytical characterization. Troubleshoot synthetic and analytical issues with strong experimental judgment, including failed reactions, low conversion, poor selectivity, low crude purity, side products, solubility limitations, purification challenges, poor recovery, and instrument downtime.
NewAssociate Scientist, Organic Chemistry Capable LabsAssociate Scientist, Organic ChemistrySan Francisco, CaliforniaPurify and characterize compounds using analytical HPLC, prep HPLC, LC-MS, NMR, flash chromatography, SFC, and related methods; record identity, purity, yield, and batch-level QC data before handoff. Run solid-phase and solution-phase synthesis workflows where useful, including resin-based chemistry, coupling/deprotection cycles, cleavage, crude analysis, purification, and final compound QC.
NewSenior Scientist, Peptide Chemistry (Night Shift) Capable LabsSenior Scientist, Peptide Chemistry (Night Shift)San Francisco, CaliforniaTroubleshoot synthetic and analytical issues during night-shift hours, including failed reactions, low conversion, low crude purity, side products, solubility limitations, cleavage/deprotection issues, purification challenges, and instrument downtime. Prepare compounds for in vitro and in vivo testing, maintain rigorous experimental records, and communicate overnight synthesis results, issues, timelines, and risks clearly to the day team.
NewScientist / Senior Scientist, Medicinal Chemistry Capable LabsScientist / Senior Scientist, Medicinal ChemistrySan Francisco, CaliforniaDesign and execute synthetic routes using solid-phase and solution-phase workflows, including functional group transformations, coupling chemistry, protecting group strategies, late-stage diversification, cleavage/deprotection where relevant, purification, and analytical characterization. Troubleshoot synthetic and analytical issues, including failed reactions, low conversion, poor selectivity, low crude purity, side products, solubility limitations, purification challenges, and instrument downtime.
Assistant Professor in Chemistry (Open Area) stanfordAssistant Professor in Chemistry (Open Area)Palo Alto, CaliforniaThe Chemistry Department, School of Humanities & Sciences, and Stanford University value faculty who will help foster an open and respectful academic environment for colleagues, students, and staff with a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. Applicants should exhibit the potential to run a world-leading independent research program and should possess good communication skills and a commitment to teaching and mentoring.
Senior Faculty Position in Chemistry (Open Area) stanfordSenior Faculty Position in Chemistry (Open Area)Palo Alto, CaliforniaThe salary range for this position is $159,907-$178,030 for the rank of Associate Professor and $188,500-$341,136 for the rank of Full Professor for the academic year 2026–2027. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the qualifications of the selected candidate, budget availability, and internal equity.
Computational Chemistry Expert - PhD MercorComputational Chemistry Expert - PhDSan Francisco, CaliforniaRemote$70–$100 / hourDesign challenging computational problems in Computational Chemistry & Electronic Structure using PySCF for quantum chemistry calculations. Collaborate with AI research teams to ensure problems align with real scientific workflows.
Associate Scientist, Oligonucleotide Chemistry & Delivery Denali TherapeuticsAssociate Scientist, Oligonucleotide Chemistry & DeliverySouth San Francisco, CA$106,000–$138,000 / yearSupport high-throughput and mid-scale oligonucleotide synthesis activities, including the evaluation of novel chemistries, modifications, and workflow innovations to enable rapid discovery-stage generation of siRNA/ASOs and bioconjugates within one or more preclinical drug discovery programs. Apply analytical technologies, including UV-Vis spectrophotometry, high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), mass spectrometry (MS), multi-angle light scattering (MALS), and other orthogonal characterization techniques, to analyze, purify, quantify, and characterize oligonucleotides and bioconjugates.
Adjunct Professor - Chemistry Lab University of San FranciscoAdjunct Professor - Chemistry LabSan Francisco, CAFor the fall 2026 semester, all courses will begin on Tuesday August 25 and end on Wednesday December 9.There are no classes on the following weeks: Week of August 24 (first week of class). Job Summary: The Department of Chemistry ( https://www.usfca.edu/ ) invites applications to teach undergraduate laboratory courses in the fall 2026 semester.
Analytical Chemistry Scientist Octant BioAnalytical Chemistry ScientistEmeryville, CA$135,000–$155,000 / yearIdentify, develop, and deploy chromatographic and mass spectrometric methodologies - including reversed-phase, HILIC, SFC, and 2D-LC/MS separations - to analyze small molecules to support both our in-house high throughput synthesis capabilities and ADME/PK property characterization. The Navigator is an expanding set of drug discovery and development capabilities with three interwoven components that operate together: Generative Biology- Multiplexed measurements from engineered sensors in human cells to understand cellular mechanisms.
Vice President, Early Discovery Chemistry Revolution Medicines, Inc.Vice President, Early Discovery ChemistryRedwood City, CA$294,000–$367,000 / yearThe VP will foster close collaboration across biology, computational sciences, and downstream medicinal chemistry teams to ensure seamless progression from early discovery into lead optimization and contribute to advancing transformative science by demonstrating: Vision, strategy, leadership: Collaborate with Research leadership to develop a long-term strategy for portfolio expansion through discovery of inhibitors of frontier oncology targets. Innovation: Provide scientific leadership for innovation across early discovery and medicinal chemistry, leveraging advances in AI/ML, data-informed approaches to accelerate DMTA cycles, computational design, data analysis, automation, innovative synthesis and screening approaches, and data science to accelerate discovery and expand access to novel chemical space.
Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Oceanography & Natural Sciences (Chemistry, Physics and Oceanography) (AY 26/27) 2021. All Rights Reserved. A California State University CampusPart-Time Lecturer Pool - Oceanography & Natural Sciences (Chemistry, Physics and Oceanography) (AY 26/27)Vallejo, CaliforniaIn accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community.
Chemistry - Graduates - AI Training - San Francisco, US Prolific Academic LtdChemistry - Graduates - AI Training - San Francisco, USSan Francisco, CAWe're looking for Chemistry Experts and Chemical Engineers to join our Expert Network to help train and evaluate cutting-edge AI models using real-world chemical expertise. We've built a unique platform that connects researchers and companies with a global pool of participants, enabling the collection of high-quality, ethically sourced human behavioural data and feedback.
Chemistry Patent Agent (HYBRID) $120,000 $225,000 AmanwithaplanservicesChemistry Patent Agent (HYBRID) $120,000 $225,000Palo Alto, CaliforniaLateral candidates only please, those coming directly from another LARGE FIRM Currently practicing in this same practice group. Expected hiring range for this position is $120,000 $225,000 per year depending on the candidates geographic market location.
Patent Attorney or Agent – Chemistry #22150 San Francisco Vanguard-IPPatent Attorney or Agent – Chemistry #22150 San FranciscoSan Francisco, CAOur sole focus on intellectual property enables us to more deeply understand our clients' technical needs, and our candidates' individual talents and career interests. • Candidates should possess an undergraduate degree and also an advanced degree in chemistry or related field, as well as experience with small molecules.