Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Board Certified Behavioral Analyst

Company: SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted May 20, 2025

Stay current with developments in the field of behavior analysis and autism treatment, integrating new research and best practices into clinical work.

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Staff Nurse II SH (PICC)

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Rafael, California

Posted May 18, 2025

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Auto Insurance Sales/customer service

Company: M I S INSURANCE SERVICES

Location: Culver City, CA

Posted May 18, 2025

Manage outside sales efforts, including networking and community outreach initiatives. In this role, you will be instrumental in helping clients secure the…

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Physician - Pediatric Otolaryngology

Company: CHRISTUS Health

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted May 18, 2025

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Audiologist

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Rafael, California

Posted May 18, 2025

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Psychologist - Adult Team

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 18, 2025

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Staff Nurse II SH

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Leandro, California

Posted May 19, 2025

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acute care facility research

Staff Nurse II - San Leandro ICU (Evening/24)

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Leandro, California

Posted May 18, 2025

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Transplant Hepatologist BC/BE

Company: Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 19, 2025

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Endocrinologist BC/BE

Company: Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 18, 2025

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Neonatologist BC/BE

Company: Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Location: San Francisco Bay Area, California

Posted May 18, 2025

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Allergist Opportunity (Part-Time)- San Francisco, CA

Company: Kaiser Permanente - The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. -Northern California

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted May 19, 2025

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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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