Top 55 Entry level chemist Jobs in California

QC Analyst (Pharma)
Astrix Technology Group —Ventura, CA
- $39 - $41 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
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Entry Level Scientist
ChemEOR —Covina, CA
- Email
- Master's degree
- Entry level
Scientist
Bristol-Myers Squibb —San Diego, CA
- $124,430 - $150,782 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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QC Associate
LATITUDE Pharmaceuticals —San Diego, CA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor of Science
- Analysis skills
Scientist, Peptide Chemistry
CALICO —South San Francisco, CA
- $135,000 - $145,000 a year
- Analysis skills
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Team management
Research Assistant/Research Associate
Frontage Laboratories —Hayward, CA
- $62,400 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Maintenance
- Bachelor's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Chemist
Schlumberger —Bakersfield, CA
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Junior Research Assistant
Santa Clara University —Santa Clara, CA
- Part-time
- Office
- University
- Bachelor's degree
Analytical Scientist I
Prolific Machines —Emeryville, CA
- $120,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Doctor of Philosophy
- 1 year
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Scientist, FPD
Gilead Sciences —Foster City, CA
- $146,540 - $189,640 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST I
Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources —Los Angeles County, CA
- $94,711.68 - $134,741.52 a year
- Weekends as needed
- US work authorization
- Fair chance
- Public Health
Production Chemist 3
Dexcom —San Diego, CA
- $100,700 - $167,900 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Tuition reimbursement
Process Development Associate Scientist
Amgen —Thousand Oaks, CA
- $90,442.55 - $122,363.45 a year
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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GC/MS Chemist
AtmAA Laboratory —Calabasas, CA
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Overtime
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
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3d
Chemist I
Veolia —Inglewood, CA
- From $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Bachelor's degree
- Data entry
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Staff Research Associate
University of California San Francisco —San Francisco, CA
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
QC Laboratory Analyst I
THRESHOLD ENTERPRISES LTD —Scotts Valley, CA
- $24 an hour
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- 1 year
Research Assistant – Automated Organic Synthesis
Onepot —South San Francisco, CA
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
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Cosmetic Chemist (QA)
Formolgy Lab Inc —Chatsworth, CA
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Quality Control Chemist - 21215
Simply Biotech —San Diego, CA
- $24 - $28 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
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QC Analyst (Pharma)

Astrix Technology Group -
Ventura, CA

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Job Details

Full-time | Contract
$39 - $41 an hour

Qualifications

Laboratory sample storage
Data integrity assurance
Biology
Biotechnology
Stability testing
Biochemistry
Laboratory inventory control
Biological sample management
Investigations regulatory compliance
Quality records maintenance
Laboratory equipment routine checks
Stability studies in drug product development
Shipping coordination
Pharmaceutical laboratory environment
Pharmaceutical regulatory compliance
Labeling
Good documentation practices (GDP)
Mid-level
Laboratory test results documentation
Laboratory equipment calibration
Bachelor's degree in biology
Manufacturing standard operating procedures
Laboratory quality control records management
Bachelor's degree
Quality assurance standard operating procedures
Pharmaceutical company experience
Pharmaceutical analysis
Laboratory standard operating procedures
Compliance documentation
Bachelor's degree in pharmaceutical sciences

Full Job Description

Our client, a global CDMO, offering products and services across the drug development spectrum is looking for a skilled QC Analyst to join their team in Camarillo, CA!

Location: Ventura County, CA
Pay rate: $39- $41/hr.
Job type: 6-month contract (possibility of extension or conversion)

Position Summary
The QC Analyst is responsible for supporting routine laboratory testing, sample management, stability program activities, and quality system requirements within a cGMP-regulated environment. This role ensures accurate testing, documentation, and data integrity while collaborating cross-functionally to support product quality and operational timelines.

Key Responsibilities

Perform routine QC laboratory testing using analytical techniques including pH, Osmolality, and FT-IR for in-process, finished product, and stability samples.
Support sample management activities including sample receipt, login, labeling, tracking, storage, inventory control, and shipment coordination.
Assist with execution of the stability program, including sample pulls, submissions, inventory management, tracking, and documentation activities.
Maintain accurate and complete documentation in compliance with cGMP, ALCOA+, data integrity requirements, and company procedures.
Record and review laboratory data in notebooks, worksheets, logbooks, and electronic systems, ensuring records remain audit-ready at all times.
Participate in laboratory investigations related to out-of-specification (OOS) results, deviations, invalid assays, and other quality events.
Support laboratory maintenance activities including equipment calibration, routine housekeeping, inventory management, and inspection readiness.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance (QA), Manufacturing, Stability, Microbiology, and external testing laboratories to ensure timely completion of testing and operational objectives.
Follow approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), test methods, and GMP laboratory procedures with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline preferred.
1-3 years of experience working in a cGMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences laboratory environment preferred.
Knowledge of laboratory analytical techniques, quality systems, data integrity principles, and regulatory requirements.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail, documentation practices, and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
Proficiency with laboratory documentation systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Note: This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!

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