Research Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Intern, Real Estate

Company: CN

Location: Homewood, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Sales Representative

Company: Sysco

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Employment Investigator

Company: Meta

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Coordinator - Data Administration - WFH anywhere in the US

Company: CVS Health

Location: Springfield, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

CVS Health is seeking a candidate for a role involving data research, resolution, and correction to ensure pharmacy adjudication system's eligibility data matches Aetna enrollment applications data. The role requires managing shared mailboxes, resolving issues from various areas, reconciling eligibility between systems, and collaborating with internal and external teams. Required qualifications include experience in data research and analysis, health care industry experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office products, and excellent communication skills. Preferred qualifications include MEA, RxClaim, Salesforce, and Compas knowledge. The pay range is $17.00 - $31.30, with additional benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability benefits, well-being programs, education assistance, and PTO.

Healthcare Security Manager

Company: Accenture

Location: Bloomington, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Accenture offers a rewarding cybersecurity career with diverse opportunities, professional growth, and the chance to work alongside talented colleagues. The company's Global Security practice helps clients navigate complex business and technology issues, providing straightforward information security solutions. As a Cybersecurity Manager, you'll lead complex engagements, manage project delivery, and coach teams. Key responsibilities include designing and implementing cybersecurity strategies, managing large-scale engagements, and analyzing clients' security postures. Qualifications include a minimum of 7 years of cybersecurity experience, 3 years in designing solutions across various domains, and 3 years in the healthcare industry.

Fall 2025 Intern - Meshing (Masters)

Company: Ansys

Location: Evanston, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Ansys, a global leader in engineering simulation, is offering an Emerging Talent program for students to gain experiential learning and structured job experiences. The program aims to convert interns into full-time employees. As an Emerging Talent Intern, you will work on the Meshing development team, researching, designing, and implementing mesh generation algorithms. You will also enhance the User Interface for pre-processing workflows and collaborate with expert professionals. Minimum qualifications include a degree in Computer Science, Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering field, and experience with object-oriented application features using C++ or C. Preferred qualifications include exposure to scripting languages, coursework in computational geometry and FEA, and knowledge of agile development methodologies.

Vice President; Securities/Prod Spec III

Company: Merrill

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Bank of America is seeking a candidate for a role in the Foreign Exchange and Interest Rates market. The job involves monitoring the competitive landscape, creating client presentations, guiding junior bankers, and communicating market trends. Requirements include a Master's degree in a relevant field and 3 years of experience in providing risk management solutions, pricing derivatives, delivering market updates, communicating with senior stakeholders, and analyzing risks. The role requires 25% domestic and international travel and offers a salary range of $275,000 - $285,000 annually, with discretionary incentive eligibility.

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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