Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Associate HR Business Partner/HR Business Partner

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: Woodland Hills, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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Data Scientist III, ML and Business Intelligence Engineering

Company: Walmart

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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Security Posture Management - Security Engineer

Company: Meta

Location: Menlo Park, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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Clinical Systems Integration Engineer

Company: Apple

Location: Cupertino, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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Supervisor BSA/AML Analysis & Risk - AML Investigations Preferred

Company: Navy Federal Credit Union

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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Ride Controls Systems Engineer

Company:

Location: Glendale, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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General Cardiologist

Company: Cardiovascular Institute of San Diego

Location: San Diego, California

Posted Feb 11, 2025

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Marketing Coordinator

Company: Bestop Aluminess LLC

Location: Santee, CA

Posted Feb 14, 2025

Proficiency in marketing tools and software (e.g., CRM systems, email marketing platforms, social media management tools). Track promotions and recap results.

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Assistant, Associate or Full Professor (HS Clinical, Clinical X, In-Residence, Adjunct) Neuro-Oncology

Company: University of California San Diego

Location: San Diego, California

Posted Feb 10, 2025

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GPU Silicon Architect

Company: Google

Location: Mountain View, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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CPU Architecture and Performance Architect

Company: Google

Location: Mountain View, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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loan repayment program hospital part time

staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Resource - $28-38 per hour

Company: HCA Methodist Healthcare of San Antonio

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Feb 11, 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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