Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Supervisor, Patient Accounting

Company:

Location: Oakland, CA

Posted Feb 04, 2025

Operations Program Manager

Company: Meta

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Feb 03, 2025

Product Marketing Manager

Company: Meta

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Feb 04, 2025

In-App Brand Marketing Manager, WhatsApp

Company: Meta

Location: Menlo Park, CA

Posted Feb 03, 2025

Principal Strategic Planner

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: Redondo Beach, CA

Posted Feb 04, 2025

Applied Scientist III, Amazon Transcribe

Company:

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Feb 04, 2025

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Audio

Company: Apple

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Feb 03, 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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