Research Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Physician- Pain Clinic Director

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Chicago, Illinois Chicago, Illinois

Posted Sep 10, 2024

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program, which reimburses student loan payments up to $200,000 over one to five years.

Senior Category Analyst

Company: C.A. Fortune

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 11, 2024

CA Fortune is a consumer brands agency that aspires to maintain its position as the nation's leading agency. They are looking for a Senior Category Analyst to support clients on their national team, providing actionable insights and recommendations based on data. The company offers a range of benefits, including 16 days of PTO, 11 paid company holidays, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Senior Product Manager

Company: Sittercity

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 10, 2024

Sittercity is a company that aims to make child care work by connecting parents with babysitters and nannies. They are looking for a Senior Product Manager to support their family product squad and drive the product planning, design, and execution of family products.

Data Scientist

Company: Department of the Army - U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command

Location: North Chicago, Illinois North Chicago, Illinois

Posted Sep 10, 2024

This is a job posting for a direct hire position in the competitive service, filled on a term basis.

Attorney-Adviser (Senior Attorney), CG-0905-14

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation

Location: Chicago, Illinois Chicago, Illinois

Posted Sep 10, 2024

This position is located in the Legal Division of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, providing legal advice and counsel on bank legal matters.

Sr. Product Data Analyst

Company: NinjaTrader

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 10, 2024

NinjaTrader is a dynamic trading platform that empowers traders to take control of their financial destiny. The company is committed to innovation and has a strong culture focused on social connection, professional development, and employee recognition.

Chief Nursing Officer

Company: AMOpportunities

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 11, 2024

AMOpportunities is a pioneer in clinical training as a service, providing a comprehensive solution to clinical training capacity and access issues. The company is committed to empowering healthcare trainees to learn and work anywhere, and has already benefited over 2,300 medical trainees. The Chief Nursing Officer role is responsible for leading the company's nursing sales efforts, driving revenue through partnerships with nursing schools and clinical sites.

Leave of Absence Administrator

Company: Heritage-Crystal Clean

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 11, 2024

Crystal Clean CC is seeking highly motivated individuals with a strong work ethic to join their rapidly growing company. The company offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Director of Client Development

Company: Shapiro+Raj

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 11, 2024

Shapiro+Raj is a market research company that helps Fortune 500 clients grow their brands. They are looking for a sales professional to lead their sales and business development efforts.

Associate Portfolio Manager

Company: Morningstar

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 10, 2024

The job posting is for an experienced investment professional to join the Portfolio Management team at Morningstar Investment Management LLC. The team requires a person with extensive financial knowledge and experience to assist and contribute to the multi-asset investment teams. The role involves building robust portfolios, managing sub-advised funds, and creating marketing efforts.

Associate

Company: AllianceBernstein

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 11, 2024

Bernstein Private Wealth Management is a premier investment management firm seeking high-caliber talent to partner with financial advisors and provide exceptional client service. The company offers a comprehensive development program and opportunities for career advancement.

Cybersecurity Manager

Company: Kalderos

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 10, 2024

Kalderos is a company that is building unifying technologies to bring transparency, trust, and equity to the healthcare community. They are looking for people to join their mission and are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.

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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