Research Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Extrusion Process Technician-Nights

Company: Pactiv Evergreen

Location: Bedford Park, IL

Posted Jun 11, 2025

Two or four year technical degree or certification. Good understanding of mechanical and electrical principles and applications. 401K with a company match.

LSI Program Manager

Company: The University of Chicago

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jun 11, 2025

Enthusiasm for leadership development and social impact – twin driving forces of LSI. Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related…

Registered Nurse Operations Coordinator Neurosurgery Full Time Days

Company: Northwestern Medicine

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jun 21, 2025

Current license as a Registered Professional Nurse or eligible in the State of Illinois. Supervise and direct the office’s front-line clinical and clerical…

Ambulatory Registered Nurse - Allergy/Immunology Clinic

Company: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jun 20, 2025

Performs nursing assessments utilizing a variety of assessment methods and/or area-specific tools. Basic Life Support certification.

Lead Graphic Designer

Company: New Home Star

Location: Elmhurst, IL

Posted Jun 11, 2025

3–5 years of professional graphic design experience in an agency or in-house setting. Mentor, support, and guide Junior Graphic Designers in their technical and…

VP & Director of Marketing

Company: The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies

Location: Oak Brook, IL

Posted Jun 18, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Real Estate, or a related field; MBA preferred. Partner with the property management leadership team to develop,…

Program Manager, Climate Impact Lab

Company: The University of Chicago

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jun 11, 2025

Master’s degree in economics, climate science or policy, public policy, environmental science or policy, or a related field.

Tax Senior - Financial Services Organization - State and Local Tax - Real Estate

Company: EY

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jun 08, 2025

A CPA certification, or good standing as a member of a state bar. Staying abreast of state & local tax developments and work to develop new and innovative…

Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Peds

Company: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jun 19, 2025

Performs nursing assessments utilizing a variety of assessment methods and/or area-specific tools. Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart…

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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