Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Lic. Masters Mental Health Prof. Adult Team

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted Apr 13, 2025

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Marketing Manager, BioBridge Global

Company: BioBridge Global

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Apr 07, 2025

It is essential that the incumbent have a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years old with a good driving record to meet organization driving standards.

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Primary Care/HIV Medicine Physician BC/BE

Company: Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted Apr 07, 2025

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Assistant Project Manager, Construction and Space - System Construction and Space

Company: Keck Medical Center of USC

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Apr 15, 2025

Conducts job walks regularly with construction contractors to validate percent completion for purpose of calculating incurred cost for the month for purpose of…

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Primary Care Physician

Company: United Medical Doctors

Location: San Diego, California

Posted Apr 13, 2025

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Staff Nurse II - San Leandro NICU (Night/24)

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Leandro, California

Posted Apr 13, 2025

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Graphic Production Artist

Company: Safari Club International

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Apr 11, 2025

An associate’s degree in graphic design or similar study and additional experience in a related area is preferred. Archives projects for filing in library.

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Staff Nurse II Float - ICU Tele Part Time Night Shift

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Jose, California

Posted Apr 14, 2025

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Proofreader- AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Apr 15, 2025

You can work on your own schedule. A bachelor's degree (completed or in progress). Write high-quality answers when given specific prompts.

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AI Engineer

Company: Capsule

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Apr 08, 2025

In this role, you will work closely with our founders and product and engineering teams to design, implement, and deploy ML models that power new and improved…

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Primary Care Physician, San Luis Obispo

Company: UCLA Health

Location: San Luis Obispo, California

Posted Apr 15, 2025

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Plumber (2 Positions)

Company: Cal State University (CSU) San Jose

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Apr 07, 2025

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Thorough knowledge of plumbing theory and the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the plumbing trade for the…

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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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