Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Lick Observatory Senior Custodian

Company: University of California Santa Cruz

Location: Mount Hamilton, CA

Posted May 25, 2025

Must possess a valid license to drive in the state of California and be able to participate in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) pull notice program.

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Staff RN Labor and Delivery

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted May 29, 2025

Graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as a licensed…

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Clinical Pharmacist, Patient Care Hybrid - San Antonio, TX

Company: Optum

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted May 28, 2025

Current Pharmacist license to practice in the applicable state. Assist with oversight of medication management activities in employed clinics across the…

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Neurologist BC/BE - Alzheimer/Dementia

Company: Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 26, 2025

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Clinical Research Coordinator - San Francisco, CA

Company: Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 25, 2025

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Rhinology / Sinus Surgeon / Anterior Skull-base Surgeon BC/BE

Company: Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 25, 2025

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Non-Invasive Cardiologist – Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging

Company: Cardiovascular Institute of San Diego

Location: San Diego, California

Posted May 27, 2025

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Adult Hospitalist Nocturnist BC/BE

Company: Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 26, 2025

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Executive Sous Chef, Catering and Private Events

Company: USC

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted May 29, 2025

Ensures adherence to all systems, procedures, and policies from federal, state, county and the university. Maintains currency with, understands and ensures unit…

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Neonatal Hospitalist BC/BE

Company: Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 26, 2025

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Gastroenterologist BC/BE

Company: Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 25, 2025

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Electroplating Technician

Company: Fabric8Labs

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted May 27, 2025

Strong interest and aptitude in hands-on technical and mechanical work. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to study and interpret sample parts,…

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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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