Research Jobs in Chicago, IL

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GAAP Accountant

Company: State of Illinois

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 15, 2025

Bachelor's degree in accounting, or a bachelor's degree in a related field with a minimum of 18 hours of college credit in accounting; or four or more years of…

Senior Data Scientist

Company: Northwestern Medicine

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Additionally, we require: experience running projects from inception to deployment; familiar with the product development lifecycle; proficiency in SQL, Python,…

Utilization Reviewer PRN-Behavioral Health Services

Company: Northwestern Medicine

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 15, 2025

Responsible for utilization review calls within BHS, including precertification, continued stay review, discharge reviews, and retrospective reviews and appeals…

Ambulatory RN 2 - OB-GYN - Part-time with Benefits!

Company: Rush University Medical Center

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Current license and credentials by the state they are assigned. 6.Utilizes evidence-based ambulatory care nursing interventions during clinical visits,…

Registered Nurse

Company: Howard Brown Health

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 18, 2025

Nursing degree (BSN or Associates) PLUS current Illinois nursing license required; 1 to 2 years of experience in a hospital or outpatient setting is preferred.

Building Service Supervisor

Company: University of Illinois

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 15, 2025

Supervise operations and activities of all custodial personnel engaged in cleaning and maintaining campus housing facilities for residents, guests and…

Patient Entry Team Member

Company: Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 18, 2025

Scans driver's license/photo identification and both sides of insurance card(s), verify current information on file is accurate and up-to-date.

Executive Chef

Company: Catering by Michaels

Location: Morton Grove, IL

Posted Aug 16, 2025

Strong knowledge of financial management disciplines to include but not limited to P&L, budget design and management, and financial analysis.

Director, Data Science - Model Risk

Company: Capital One

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 13, 2025

A PhD in a quantitative field (Statistics, Economics, Operations Research, Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field) plus 4…

Practice Architect, AI, Google Cloud

Company: Google

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 14, 2025

You will orchestrate across numerous contributing teams including solutions, services, partners, product engineering, marketing, and GTM stakeholder…

Senior Tax Associate IN OFFICE

Company: River East Tax and Accounting Services Inc

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 17, 2025

Identify and implement tax planning strategies to minimize clients’ tax liabilities. Analyze financial data to determine the appropriate tax treatment of…

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for research positions by seniority?
Entry‑level research scientists and data analysts earn $70,000‑$90,000 annually, with variations by industry. Mid‑level roles (2‑5 years experience) range $90,000‑$120,000. Senior researchers, principal investigators, or AI lead scientists command $120,000‑$160,000 plus equity or grant‑based bonuses.
What skills and certifications are most valued in research roles?
Key skills include statistical programming in Python or R, SQL for data querying, machine‑learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch), laboratory software (LabVIEW, Benchling), and version control (Git). Certifications that boost prospects are TensorFlow Developer, AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty, Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer, and CLIA‑certified lab technician credentials for clinical research.
Can research jobs be performed remotely?
Approximately 60% of research listings now offer full‑remote or hybrid schedules, especially in AI, data science, and UX research. Lab‑based roles typically require on‑site presence, but many institutions provide remote data‑analysis and simulation positions.
What are common career progression paths in research?
Typical progression starts with Research Assistant → Research Scientist → Senior Scientist → Lead or Principal Investigator → Director of Research or R

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