Research Jobs in New York City, NY

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Project Manager, Project Manager II or Sr. Project Manager

Company: NYSERDA

Location: New York, NY

Posted May 29, 2025

Analyze the performance of LSR projects under contract with NYSERDA and assess quarterly progress reports from our counterparties, synthesizing progress towards…

Specialist, Global Marketing

Company: Tiffany & Co.

Location: New York, NY

Posted May 30, 2025

Prepare presentations and materials for Senior Management as well as internal calls with Regional Marketing Leaders and cross-functional teams.

Senior Accountant

Company: Jefferson Wells

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jun 01, 2025

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with…

Project Manager, Communities and Local Governments

Company: NYSERDA

Location: New York, NY

Posted May 29, 2025

Working with the team to develop accessible tools and resources to help New York State municipalities. Coordinating with other NYSERDA teams and state agencies…

Project Manager or Project Manager II or Sr. Project Manager

Company: NYSERDA

Location: New York, NY

Posted May 29, 2025

The End Use Applications Program within NYSERDA’s Innovation and Research (I&R) Group focuses on accelerating the development and commercialization of…

Assistant Director, Shared Services and Strategic Initiatives

Company: NYSERDA

Location: New York, NY

Posted May 29, 2025

Provide strategic insights based on data analysis to optimize contract settlements and program performance and further develop tools to monitor key performance…

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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