Biologist Jobs in Redwood City, CA

A Biologist in the biotechnology industry performs research and development tasks to understand the complex biological processes involved in product development. They conduct lab experiments, analyze results, document findings, and present their conclusions. They collaborate with other scientists, engineers, and technicians to design and develop new technologies. Biologists also ensure compliance with regulatory standards and ethical guidelines. Important skills include problem-solving, critical thinking, data analysis, and strong communication skills. They must have hands-on experience with various lab equipment and biotechnological techniques. A solid understanding of molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, and biochemistry is crucial in this role. In addition to a bachelor's or master's degree in biology or a similar field, some positions may require specific certifications, such as Certified Biologist (CB) or Clinical Molecular Genetics (CMG).

Before becoming a Biologist, a person could have had roles in different capacities such as Laboratory Technician, Research Assistant, or Quality Assurance Specialist. As a Laboratory Technician, they would gain experience in conducting lab tests and maintaining lab equipment. As a Research Assistant, they would assist in various research projects, collecting data and contributing to the overall research process. Quality Assurance Specialists oversee the production process, ensuring products meet quality standards and regulations. These positions provide valuable experience and skill sets that are highly beneficial for a career as a Biologist in the biotechnology industry.

1-15 of 20 Jobs

Biologist II - LPS 2

  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (24 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 7 days ago

We are looking for a Biologist to join our Evergreen division....

Computational Biologist, Bioimage Analysis (Biohub SF)

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 9 days ago

OME-ZARR) Experience with pipelining packages (snakemake / nextflow) or pipelining automation Familiarity with image acquisition pipeline (Manager) Familiarity with fundamental cell biology, such as...

Biologist

  • Campbell, CA (20 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Campbell, CA (20 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Special-status species survey experience Botany experience Wetland delineation experience Construction monitoring experience 10(a)(1)(A) permits Education and Experience Minimum of a BA/BS degree in Biology...

Wildlife Biologist San Francisco/Bay Area On-Call

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 17 days ago

On-Call Biologist San Francisco & Northern California We are the Environment & Planning Division....

Project Biologist (Project Based / Seasonal)

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 21 days ago

We are looking to expand our compliance monitoring team by bringing on seasonal Project Biologists who have experience with the special status species and environments of California....

Senior Computational Biologist I

  • Brisbane, CA (18 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brisbane, CA (18 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

, cancer biology, or related quantitative field, with additional 3+ years postdoc or industry experience A solid foundation in cancer and molecular biology Solid quantitative reasoning and statistical...

Open Rank - Director of Clinical Laboratory Science and Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist

  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 26 days ago

The Department of Biological Sciences offers degrees in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Ecology and Evolution, Systems Physiology, General Biology, Marine Biology, and is the home department for both...

Computational Biologist (Principal Scientist)

  • South San Francisco, CA (16 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (16 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Strong understanding of platforms used in clinical biomarker research, including flow cytometry, immunoassays, next-generation sequencing (NGS), and proteomics....

Senior Biologist - Santa Cruz

  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Minimum Requirements Bachelors degree in biology, ecology, botany, environmental science or related natural resources field; A minimum of 12 years of experience in biological resource consulting (or...

Computational Biologist

  • South San Francisco, CA (16 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (16 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Computational Biologist Location: South San Francisco, CA (Hybrid - 1 day per week onsite) Job Summary: Join our Computational Biology group within the Precision Medicine organization and contribute...

Computational Biologist 2

  • Stanford, CA (4 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (4 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Stanford University is seeking a Computational Biologist/Research Data Analyst 2 to apply sophisticated computational methods to genomic and proteomic datasets in human cancer....

On-Call Junior Botanist

  • Campbell, CA (20 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Campbell, CA (20 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Preferred but not required: Wetland delineation experience Experience in driving ATVs CPR/Wilderness First Aid Certification Education and Experience Minimum of a BA/BS degree in Botany, Biology, Environmental...

Open Rank - Director of Clinical Laboratory Science and Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist Scientist Training Program

  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

The Department of Biological Sciences offers degrees in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Ecology and Evolution, Systems Physiology, General Biology, Marine Biology, and is the home department for both...

Open Rank - Director of Clinical Laboratory Science and Clinical Genetic Molecular Biologist S...

  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (21 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

The Department of Biological Sciences offers degrees in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Ecology and Evolution, Systems Physiology, General Biology, Marine Biology, and is the home department for both...

(Senior) Computational Biologist

  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Redwood City, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Computational Biology The Opportunity Pioneer is seeking a (Senior) Computational Biologist to join our team in early Summer 2025....

Demographic Data for Redwood City, CA

Moving to Redwood City, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Redwood City, CA below.


Local
National
112,010
3,292
Medium/Lg

Biologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireBiotechnology curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Image Analysis Methods for Biologists
The use of automatic image analysis in the biological sciences has increased significantly in recent years, especially with automated image capture and the rise of phenotyping. This online course...
Python for Biologists
Course descriptionThis course is designed for beginners in programming with a biological background who want to deal with biotechnology data such as DNA, RNA, and protein, or who want to enter the...
Bioinformatics for Biologist (5 days course)
IntroductionThis course is for students who have not studied Bioinformatics at the University level. The basic concepts of Bioinformatics course is to help all Biologist how to use Bioinformatics...

Salary for Biologist Jobs in Redwood City, CA

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Biologist positions.



Highest Education Level

Biologists in Redwood City, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.0%
Master's Degree
25.9%
Doctorate Degree
23.6%
Associate's Degree
1.3%
High School or GED
1.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.8%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Biologists in Redwood City, CA
2-4 years
34.5%
4-6 years
26.5%
1-2 years
12.8%
10+ years
10.9%
6-8 years
10.8%
Less than 1 year
2.2%
None
1.8%
8-10 years
0.4%