Biotech Jobs in California

Biotech jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in life sciences research, biopharmaceuticals, agricultural biotech, and medical devices across experience levels from research associate to principal scientist. The densest hiring is in the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and Los Angeles, where companies like Genentech, Amgen, and Gilead Sciences maintain large California operations. The most in-demand specialties include cell and gene therapy, biologics process development, and clinical research. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles780+
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring75
Work type95% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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Revvity
Biotechnician I
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Biotechnician I
Revvity
San Diego, California
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
$17 - $23/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Vazyme
Biotech Sales Representative
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Vazyme
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Biotech Sales Representative
Vazyme
San Diego, California
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Account Management
Inside Sales
Business Development
On-Site
Master's

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Keck Graduate Institute
Biotechnology Entrepreneurship, (Adjunct Pool), Henry E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences
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Biotechnology Entrepreneurship, (Adjunct Pool), Henry E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences
Keck Graduate Institute
Claremont, California
Teaching & Instruction
Higher Education
On-Site
Master's

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University of California, Santa Barbara
Specialist (Assistant and Associate levels) in interdisciplinary biotechnology research
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University of California, Santa Barbara
Added 7mo ago
Specialist (Assistant and Associate levels) in interdisciplinary biotechnology research
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, California
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
Specialized Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
$64k - $90k/yr
On-Site
Master's
5,001-10,000

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Sana Biotechnology.
Principal Scientist, Analytical Development
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Sana Biotechnology.
Added 6d ago
Principal Scientist, Analytical Development
Sana Biotechnology.
South San Francisco, California
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
$200k - $240k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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Biotech Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
168 jobs
San Diego
131 jobs
South San Francisco
73 jobs
Redwood City
46 jobs
San Carlos
42 jobs
Los Angeles
36 jobs
Palo Alto
29 jobs
Irvine
20 jobs
Duarte
18 jobs

Biotech Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • University of California, San Francisco
    University of California, San Francisco73
  • Revolution Medicines
    Revolution Medicines30
  • City of Hope
    City of Hope28
  • Genentech
    Genentech26
  • Scripps Research
    Scripps Research23

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals313
  • Science & Research160
  • Education151
  • Healthcare & Medical Services149
  • Medical Devices36

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in biotech jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related life science field
  • Hands-on laboratory experience with cell culture, PCR, or assay development techniques
  • Familiarity with FDA regulatory frameworks, GMP, or GLP compliance standards
  • Proficiency with data analysis tools such as GraphPad Prism, Python, or R
  • Experience working in cGMP manufacturing or clinical-stage biotech environments
  • Strong technical writing skills for protocols, SOPs, and regulatory submissions

Biotech Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a biotech in California?

Most biotech roles in California require a bachelor's degree at minimum in a life science such as biology, biochemistry, or chemical engineering, with many research and development positions preferring a master's or PhD. California does not issue a state license specifically for biotech professionals, but roles in clinical laboratory science require licensure through the California Department of Public Health's Laboratory Field Services. Entry into industry typically flows through university programs at UC San Diego, UC Berkeley, or Cal Poly, followed by internships or contract lab positions at established California biotech or pharma companies.

Which companies hire biotechs in California?

Employers hiring biotechs in California right now include University of California, San Francisco, Revolution Medicines, and City of Hope, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's dense concentration of life sciences headquarters and research campuses means hiring is distributed across Bay Area, San Diego, and Los Angeles corridors, with large employers maintaining multiple facilities in the state.

Which California cities have the most biotech jobs?

San Francisco, San Diego, and South San Francisco are the California cities with the most biotech openings. The San Francisco Bay Area leads because it hosts the original cluster of major biotech headquarters and is adjacent to research universities that feed the talent pipeline, while San Diego's Torrey Pines and Sorrento Valley corridors have grown into a major hub, and Los Angeles draws biotech activity through its medical centers and growing biopharma presence.

Are there remote biotech jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Biotech work is largely hands-on and lab-based, which limits remote options significantly. About 5% of biotech openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions tend to be concentrated in roles like regulatory affairs, bioinformatics, clinical data management, and medical writing rather than bench research or manufacturing.

How can I get hired as a biotech in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a contract or temporary lab associate role, which large California contract research organizations and staffing agencies place frequently and which count as direct industry experience. Companies like Genentech and Amgen run formal internship and new-grad rotational programs for candidates with a relevant degree but no full-time experience. Lateral entry from clinical laboratory technician or quality control positions at California hospitals or diagnostic labs is also common. A California clinical laboratory scientist license from the Department of Public Health strengthens applications for roles that touch patient samples.

Where can I find and apply to biotech jobs in California?

You can find and apply to biotech jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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