Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Tax Senior Manager - High Net Worth Tax

Company: Eide Bailly LLP

Location: Sherman Oaks, CA

Posted May 03, 2025

You have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, an active CPA license, law degree, or Enrolled Agent (EA) certification. A Day in the Life.

Lead Custodian

Company: Cal State University (CSU) San Jose

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted May 02, 2025

Out of state candidates selected for the position must obtain a State of California driver's license within 10 days of hire in accordance with the California…

Pharmacist I – Sharp Grossmont Hospital – Variable Shift – Per Diem

Company: Sharp Healthcare

Location: La Mesa, CA

Posted May 03, 2025

Ensures security of medication storage and compliance with Medication Management (MM) standards (i.e. all meds are labeled, patient own meds are checked,…

Psychiatric Registered Nurse - START

Company: Community Research Foundation (CRF)

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted May 01, 2025

Licensure*: Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license required and must be kept current and in good standing during employment.

Clinical Pharmacist II – Hybrid - Ambulatory Care – Medical Oncology

Company: Stanford Health Care

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Posted May 01, 2025

Maintains continuous awareness f new developments in the fast-moving drug field and be aware of emerging patterns, systems, and techniques in pharmacy practice.

Clinical Nurse Educator

Company: Inizio Engage

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted May 02, 2025

To possess a full valid US driver’s license at all times and to notify the company immediately of any offences or accumulation of penalty points.

Internet Marketing Specialist

Company: ROMO DOOR SUPPLY LLC

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted May 05, 2025

The ideal candidate will be skilled in *social media marketing, SEO, content creation*, and *AI tools* to streamline and scale campaigns.

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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