Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Senior Financial Analyst - Contract

Company: Liftoff

Location: Reedley, CA / Remote

Posted Feb 07, 2025

UX Researcher, Qualitative (PhD)

Company: Meta

Location: Menlo Park, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

Offensive Security Engineer, Red Team X

Company: Meta

Location: Menlo Park, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

Senior Software Engineer, ML Inference

Company: Apple

Location: Cupertino, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

Senior Quantum Research Scientist

Company: Leidos

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

Senior Product Manager, Customer Success

Company: Autodesk

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

Payroll Analyst 12 months Contract

Company: CRH

Location: Concord, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

Barista I

Company: Sodexo

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Feb 07, 2025

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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