Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Pharmacist II - Sharp Coronado Hospital - Night Shift - Per Diem

Company: Sharp Healthcare

Location: Coronado, CA

Posted Sep 19, 2025

Dawn helps coordinate scheduling for screening calls and interviews to ensure a smooth and timely experience. Monitor compliance with state and federal laws and…

STAFF ENGINEER - AI

Company: Frost Bank

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Sep 18, 2025

Deep understanding of event-driven design, API orchestration, prompt engineering, tool orchestration, planner/verifier roles, and system modularity.

Area Marketing Manager

Company: Confidential

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Sep 18, 2025

*Team Leadership*: Lead and support a small team of field marketers through weekly check-ins, coaching, and performance oversight.

Research and Development Assistant Chef

Company: DoorDash Kitchens

Location: Redwood City, CA

Posted Sep 19, 2025

That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees, which includes a 401(k) plan with employer matching, 16 weeks of paid parental…

Cloud Security Administrator

Company: Carpenters Services Administrative Corporation

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Sep 17, 2025

Security Awareness Training: Educate staff and users on cloud security best practices, AI, social engineering threats, and proper incident reporting procedures.

Cybersecurity Analyst, Mid

Company: Booz Allen

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Sep 19, 2025

This is an opportunity to use your research and analysis abilities to adequately assess and inform operators and senior leadership and commanders on dynamic…

Evaluation Development Analyst

Company: San Diego State University Research Foundation

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 19, 2025

In conjunction with Academy programs, they develop evaluation plans, design evaluation tools- and electronic data collection systems, analyze data, write…

COMPUTER SCIENTIST - RESEARCH COMPUTER SCIENTIST - RESEARCH ENGINEER - Medical AI

Company: Southwest Research Institute

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Sep 18, 2025

A valid/clear driver's license is required. Our Bioinformatics team is changing the medical field by applying our innovative solutions to cutting-edge R&D for…

Staff Accountant II

Company: Achieve

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 18, 2025

Ability to proactively identify problems within areas of responsibility then investigate, develop and present detailed possible solutions ultimately helping…

HR People Data Analyst - TikTok RD Mid-Platform - San Jose

Company: TikTok

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Sep 18, 2025

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, HR Management, or a related discipline.

Network Security Analyst

Company: Intel

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Sep 19, 2025

Experience with DoD security implementation (e.g. STIG) and security tools for managing the environment. The candidate chosen for this role will assist senior…

Data Scientist - IS Clinical Research

Company: Keck Medical Center of USC

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Sep 18, 2025

The incumbent will research and implement state-of-the-art AI algorithms, apply off-the-shelf AI and data-centric tools, and collect, store, and maintain data.

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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