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Senior UX Program Manager, Search

Company: Google

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Senior Staff Engineer Software (Cortex Xpanse)

Company: Palo Alto Networks

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Sr. Software Engineer with full stack experience, particularly in frontend development, to join their Cortex Vulnerability Experience Platform team. The role involves designing, building, and maintaining features for a unified vulnerability and exposure management experience within XSIAM. The team is dedicated to creating an intuitive user experience for customers to visualize, prioritize, and remediate security issues. The company values collaboration, innovation, and diverse teams, offering competitive compensation and benefits. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of software engineering experience, strong proficiency in Angular and Python, and a working knowledge of at least one major cloud platform.

Sr. Director/General Manager, Site

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., a global leader in serving science with annual revenue exceeding $40 billion, is seeking a Sr Director, Site Leader for their Cell Therapy Services business in San Francisco, CA. The role involves overseeing production operations, collaborating with various departments to meet financial targets, and driving innovation in cell therapy manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have a blend of strategic and operational expertise, strong understanding of cell and gene-based processes, cGMP compliance, and biologics manufacturing. They should possess proven leadership skills, experience in a highly regulated environment, and a track record of building strong teams. The position offers competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, and comprehensive benefits.

Sr. Campaign Manager

Company: Esri

Location: Redlands, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Esri is seeking a senior marketing professional with 5+ years of experience in channel marketing, particularly in complex integrated and digital campaigns. The role involves communicating and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, managing multiple marketing campaigns simultaneously, and utilizing analytical skills to evaluate program output and measure revenue. The ideal candidate should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work in a cross-functional team. A Master's degree in marketing or a related field is preferred, along with knowledge of Adobe Analytics, Adobe Audience, Adobe Target, Power BI, Pardot, and/or Salesforce. Esri offers competitive total rewards, including health and welfare benefits, 401(k) programs, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Research Manager, People Org Programs

Company: Apple

Location: Cupertino, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Product Strategy Lead

Company: Meta

Location: Menlo Park, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Staff UX Designer

Company: Google

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Integrated Marketing Manager

Company: GoodRx

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

GoodRx, a leading prescription savings platform in the U.S., is seeking an Integrated Marketing Manager. The role involves driving product marketing and integrated marketing strategies, focusing on Pets and Subscriptions or specific conditions. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of experience in integrated marketing, product marketing, campaign management, or a related field. Key responsibilities include developing annual and quarterly marketing plans, managing day-to-day execution of marketing initiatives, and partnering with various stakeholders. GoodRx offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Engineering Program Manager, GPU

Company: Apple

Location: Cupertino, CA

Posted Jan 23, 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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