Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Data Scientist III

Company: Walmart

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Data Science Associate Consultant

Company: ZS

Location: Westlake Village, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Contracts Manager

Company: SpaceX

Location: El Segundo, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

SpaceX, a company founded on the belief of human exploration of the stars, is seeking a Contracts Manager. The role involves contract administration, compliance, and negotiation across various U.S. Government and commercial contracts. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of government contract administration experience, and knowledge of government contracts, FAR, DFAR, and NFS. Preferred skills include DoD/NASA contract administration experience, RFP analysis, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $160,000 - $200,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits and potential for long-term incentives.

Head of Global Sales & Marketing- HMI

Company: ASML

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Research Associate I

Company: Leidos

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Leidos is seeking a Research Associate I for the Naval Health Research Center's Warfighter Performance Department in San Diego, CA. The successful candidate will support research projects focusing on physiology, performance, sleep, and fatigue. The role involves planning and executing research, data collection, analysis, and contributing to scientific literature. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a related scientific field, 2 years of research experience, and proficiency in data processing software. Preferred qualifications include familiarity with HIPAA, military research experience, and ability to travel.

Research Scientist Intern, Photorealistic Telepresence (PhD)

Company: Meta

Location: San Mateo, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Meta, a company focused on building community and connecting people globally through its family of apps, is seeking exceptional research interns for its XR Codec Interactions and Avatar org. The goal is to revolutionize virtual reality with true photorealistic telepresence. The interns will work on projects like neural rendering, generative AI models, and motion synthesis for digital humans. Meta is committed to fostering a diverse team with expertise in AI, computer vision, and computer graphics. The company offers competitive compensation and benefits, and is dedicated to equal employment opportunities.

Audio System Integration Engineer

Company: Meta

Location: San Mateo, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Computer Vision Research Engineer - Apple Maps 3D Vision Team

Company: Apple

Location: Cupertino, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Apple Maps' 3D Vision team is seeking top talent in computer vision and machine learning. The role involves working on groundbreaking technology, tackling real-world problems, and developing innovative methods in differentiable rendering and generative models. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in Computer Vision and Machine Learning, significant research experience, and solid programming skills. A PhD in a related field is preferred, along with experience in deep learning frameworks and modern differentiable rendering methods. The base pay range is between $143,100 and $264,200, with comprehensive benefits including medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and educational reimbursement.

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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