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Principal, Software Engineer

Company: Walmart

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Cook I - Grill - Evening Shift

Company: City of Hope

Location: Duarte, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

City of Hope, a renowned biomedical research and treatment institution, is seeking a Cook I. The role involves preparing, portioning, cooking, and presenting a variety of food items for different meal periods. The Cook I will adhere to high-quality food service standards, prepare meals for special diets, and provide excellent customer service. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and 0-2 years of related experience. City of Hope is committed to diversity and equal opportunity, and staff must be fully vaccinated due to new State of California mandates.

Research and Commercial Protocol Coordinator - Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Company: City of Hope

Location: Duarte, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

City of Hope, a renowned biomedical research and treatment institution, is seeking a professional to oversee research protocols for CAR T Cell program and other cellular therapy programs. The role involves maintaining current versions of lab protocols, attending site visits, writing SOPs, training staff, and ensuring compliance with FACT, AABB, and FDA regulations. Key responsibilities include coordinating research activities, performing stem cell processing procedures, and maintaining a positive image. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree, one year of related experience, and either MT(ASCP) or California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (CLS). A Master's Degree, MT (ASCP), and cryopreservation or stem cell processing experience are preferred.

Manager, Practice Management - Antelope Valley

Company: City of Hope

Location: Palmdale, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

City of Hope, a renowned biomedical research and treatment institution, is seeking a Manager for Practice Management. The role involves strategic planning, management, and operational performance of multi-disciplinary outpatient satellite practices. Key responsibilities include personnel management, patient care oversight, operational management, and financial oversight. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of experience in a medical/hospital setting, understanding of OSHA guidelines, and knowledge of billing and coding guidelines. A Bachelor's degree is preferred, along with EMR experience. City of Hope is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.

Software Engineer, Systems ML - PyTorch Compiler / ML Framework / Performance

Company: Meta

Location: Menlo Park, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

The PyTorch Compiler team is dedicated to enhancing PyTorch's performance and efficiency, while preserving its flexibility and ease of use. They are the driving force behind PT2, a significant advancement in PyTorch's history that integrated compiler technologies into its core. PT2 technologies have gained industry-wide recognition since their release in March 2023. The team is committed to developing a robust, long-lasting PT2 compiler, aiming to become the leading ML framework compiler in the industry. They are known for their innovative, passionate, and deep technical work, which is open-source and cutting-edge. The Software Engineer role involves developing the PT2 compiler, improving PyTorch performance, exploring the intersection of the PyTorch compiler and distributed systems, optimizing Generative AI models, conducting research on ML compilers and distributed technologies, and collaborating with PyTorch users to enable new use cases.

Clinical Nurse II - Med Surg 4W

Company: City of Hope

Location: Duarte, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

City of Hope, a renowned biomedical research and treatment institution, is seeking a registered professional nurse. The role involves delivering care service excellence, integrating the City of Hope Professional Practice Model, and coordinating interdisciplinary care planning. The nurse will also be responsible for understanding and applying the City of Hope Code of Conduct, promoting a culture of service excellence, and maintaining integrity and confidentiality. Key responsibilities include demonstrating advanced beginner understanding of The Swanson Model of Caring and Healing, The City of Hope Quality of Life Model, and the nursing process. The nurse will also be expected to administer medications, control infusions, and maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients and families. Education and patient-centered care are emphasized, with the nurse required to use evidence-based practice and best available research to inform practice. The role also involves participating in unit-based projects, staff meetings, and councils, and continually pursuing education to achieve and exceed the minimum expected level of education for a professional registered nurse.

Technical Program Manager, Core Infra

Company: Meta

Location: Menlo Park, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Product Design Director

Company: Meta

Location: Menlo Park, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Meta is seeking a Product Design Director with extensive experience in design, communication, and people management. The role involves leading and managing teams to ensure products and features are valuable, user-friendly, and of high quality. The director will collaborate with various teams including engineering, data science, UX research, and content design to define product strategy and operations. Key responsibilities include building and managing a diverse team, driving collaboration and vision, shaping the product roadmap, and fostering a strong design culture. Meta, a company behind platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Meta Quest, is committed to innovative technologies that connect people globally.

Staff Scientist/Lab Manager - Tumor Heterogeneity During Development of Resistant Cancer

Company: City of Hope

Location: Duarte, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

City of Hope, a renowned biomedical research institution, is seeking a Staff Scientist/Lab Manager. The role involves studying breast tumor heterogeneity, subclonal evolution, and response to drug therapy. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative environment, managing a team of scientists and interacting with leaders in the field. The position is part of the prestigious Cancer Systems Biology Consortium, offering opportunities for systems biology projects and expertise in cutting-edge technologies. A Ph.D. in cellular and molecular biology, systems biology, or related discipline is required, along with multiple first author publications.

Product Manager

Company: Meta

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Meta is seeking experienced Product Managers to lead cross-functional teams in developing innovative web-based products and platforms. The role involves planning, initiating, and managing projects, driving product development, and integrating usability studies and market analysis into product requirements. Candidates should have 5+ years of product management experience, a degree in a relevant field, and technical experience with analytical tools. Meta offers competitive compensation, benefits, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic, evolving environment.

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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