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Customer Service Representative

Company: Esri

Location: Redlands, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Payroll Analyst 12 mths Contract - Concord, Ontario

Company: CRH

Location: Concord, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

CRH Canada is currently hiring a Payroll Analyst for a 12-month contract. The successful candidate will serve as the first point of contact for employee lifecycle change requests, managing updates in employee master files, and handling Total Reward plans. They will also process vacation requests, ROE's, and mass layoffs/recalls. The role requires excellent knowledge of finances, strong communication skills, and the ability to meet deadlines while maintaining compliance. Bilingual in English & French is an asset.

Teacher at Cambria Grammer School

Company: KinderCare Learning Companies

Location: Paso Robles, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, is seeking a Teacher to join their Champions program. The role involves leading, coaching, and mentoring less experienced teachers, implementing KinderCare's curriculum, and creating a safe, nurturing environment for children. The Teacher will also partner with parents, support center success, and cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, and community contacts. Required skills include outstanding customer service, strong organizational skills, and early childhood education experience. Benefits include discounted child care, medical, dental, and vision benefits, and more. KinderCare is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Senior Medical Coder - Remote in CA

Company: UnitedHealth Group

Location: El Segundo, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Optum, a global organization, offers a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. The role involves improving health outcomes, connecting people with necessary resources, and maintaining current knowledge of coding guidelines. UnitedHealth Group provides competitive pay, extensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. The position requires a high school diploma, AAPC approved coding certification, and 2+ years of coding experience in a primary care environment.

Teachers at North Fullerton KinderCare

Company: KinderCare Learning Companies

Location: Anaheim, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, offers a variety of early education and child care options. They are seeking dedicated teachers to join their team, providing a world-class experience in their classrooms. The role involves implementing KinderCare's curriculum, creating a safe and nurturing environment, partnering with parents, and supporting the center's success. Benefits include discounted child care, medical, dental, and vision benefits, employee assistance programs, health and wellness programs, and more. KinderCare is committed to equal opportunity employment.

Teachers at Murrieta KinderCare

Company: KinderCare Learning Companies

Location: Murrieta, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, offers a variety of early education and child care options. They are seeking dedicated teachers to join their team, providing a world-class experience in their classrooms. The role involves implementing KinderCare's curriculum, creating a safe and nurturing environment, partnering with parents, and supporting the center's success. Benefits include discounted child care, medical, dental, and vision benefits, employee assistance programs, health and wellness programs, and more. KinderCare is committed to equal opportunity employment.

Sr. Instructor - GIS

Company: Esri

Location: Redlands, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Teachers at Tracy KinderCare

Company: KinderCare Learning Companies

Location: Tracy, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, offers a variety of early education and child care options. They are seeking dedicated teachers to join their team, providing a world-class experience in their classrooms. The role involves implementing KinderCare's curriculum, creating a safe and nurturing environment, partnering with parents, and supporting the center's success. Benefits include discounted child care, medical, dental, and vision benefits, employee assistance programs, health and wellness programs, and more. KinderCare is committed to equal opportunity employment.

Marketing Analyst III

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: Carlsbad, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a dynamic Marketing Analyst III for a full-time on-site role in South San Francisco or Carlsbad. The ideal candidate will collaborate with global market development teams, transform data into actionable insights, and drive innovative marketing strategies. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree, 5 years of marketing analytics experience, proficiency in SQL, Python, and data visualization tools like PowerBI. The role offers a competitive salary range of $90,900.00-$136,350.00, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth in a mission-driven 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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