Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Medical Gastroenterologist

Company: Gastroenterology Clinic of San Antonio

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Oct 06, 2025

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Radiology (Per Diem)

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

Location: San Leandro, California

Posted Oct 06, 2025

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Cybersecurity Risk Analyst

Company: Booz Allen

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 06, 2025

Experience with network engineering functions, including Windows, Linux, and virtual operating systems, security tools, platforms, and technologies, including…

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Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician

Company: City of Hope

Location: Orange County, CA

Posted Oct 06, 2025

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Radiology Night Hawk (Per Diem)

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

Location: San Rafael, California

Posted Oct 06, 2025

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Senior Data Scientist

Company: Marathon Petroleum Company LP

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2025

You will leverage advanced machine learning, statistical techniques, and analytical prowess to solve complex business challenges, collaborating closely with…

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Obesity Medicine / Weight Management ($75,000 sign on bonus) Full Time Opportunity

Company: Kaiser Permanente – Southern California Permanente Medical Group

Location: San Diego, California

Posted Oct 06, 2025

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3D/AR/VR Engineer

Company: Speridian Technologies

Location: Los Altos, CA

Posted Oct 06, 2025

Excellent communication skills and ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science,…

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Dermatologist - Clinical Educator

Company: UCLA Health - Division of Dermatology

Location: Pasadena, Santa Barbara & San Luis Obispo, CA

Posted Oct 07, 2025

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AI Application Engineer

Company: Apple

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 06, 2025

Deploy and support AI tools for hardware engineering teams. In this role, you'll work at the intersection of applied AI and software engineering-translating…

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Assistant, Associate or Full Professor (HS Clin, Clin X, In-Res, Adjunct) Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgeons

Company: University of California San Diego

Location: San Diego, California

Posted Oct 06, 2025

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Marketing Analyst

Company: QUANTFOOD US HOLDINGS LLC

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Oct 06, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in *Marketing, Business Analytics, Communications, or related field*. Strong *data analysis and visualization skills* (Excel, Google Analytics…

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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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