Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Product Marketing Manager - Prescription Optical Go-To-Market

Company: Meta

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Meta Reality Labs is seeking an experienced Consumer Product Marketing Manager specializing in prescription optical products. The role involves influencing product strategies, leading go-to-market efforts, and working cross-functionally with partners. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of experience in product marketing, product management, or related fields, with a strong background in vision correction and/or eye health. They should be able to analyze data, translate between technical and consumer languages, and collaborate with external vendors. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus, equity, and benefits.

Product Engineer II

Company: Pilotly

Location: Los Angeles, CA / Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Pilotly is a market research platform that helps Hollywood make better decisions through data analysis. It offers a Studio Insights Dashboard and a viewer portal for professional video creators to visualize their data and give feedback. The company is looking for talented engineers and product visionaries to work on new features and services.

SoC Machine Learning Software Engineer

Company: Apple

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Apple is seeking an ML SW Engineer to join their Cellular FW team, focusing on AI/ML models for cellular firmware development. The role involves developing and deploying ML models on Apple Silicon, researching and implementing deep learning architectures, and collaborating with multi-functional teams to enhance product experience. The ideal candidate should have a BS/MS in Computer Science, proven experience in building and deploying deep learning models, and knowledge of software engineering principles and Python/C++. The role offers a competitive base pay range and comprehensive benefits.

Camera Sensing Systems Engineer

Company: Apple

Location: Cupertino, CA

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Apple is seeking a sensing systems engineer to join the Camera Technologies group. The role involves designing and developing innovative camera systems for Apple products, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leading product and technology development projects. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in EE, ECE, or similar, experience with analog signal chains, and proficiency in MATLAB or Python. Preferred qualifications include experience with behavioral models, statistical data analysis tools, and magneto-static simulations. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Clinical Nurse III - Hem 5th Flr East Days

Company: City of Hope

Location: Duarte, CA

Posted Jan 22, 2025

City of Hope, a renowned biomedical research, treatment, and educational 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 carry out the nursing process, document care according to standards, and validate patient and caregiver understanding of the plan of care. Key responsibilities include understanding and applying City of Hope's Code of Conduct, policies, and procedures, maintaining integrity and confidentiality, and demonstrating competent understanding of various nursing models. The nurse will also coordinate the nursing plan of care, consult with other disciplines, and administer medications. Education and patient-centered care are emphasized, with the nurse using evidence-based practice and best available research to inform practice. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, a current California RN license, and Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Card. City of Hope is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer.

Data Engineer III

Company: Walmart

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Sam's Club is seeking a tech-passionate individual with 2-3 years of Big Data development experience and 1-2 years in GCP/Azure cloud platforms. The role involves designing, building, testing, and deploying cutting-edge solutions, interacting with engineering teams, and engaging with Product Management and Business to deliver awesome product features. The ideal candidate should have expertise in Data Engineering, complex data pipeline development, and knowledge of Big Data Technologies like Spark, Scala/PySpark, and SQL. Sam's Club offers a competitive compensation package, flexible hybrid work, and a range of benefits including health, financial, and PTO benefits.

Software Engineer III

Company: Walmart

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Jan 22, 2025

EMC Design Engineer

Company: Apple

Location: Cupertino, CA

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Apple is seeking an EMC Design Engineer to design and validate solutions for high-quality EMC performance of Apple products. The role involves working with cross-functional engineers, tackling challenging issues, and leveraging technical expertise to drive innovation. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant engineering degree, 3-5+ years of experience, and excellent communication and organizational skills.

Registered Nurse Case/Utilization Manager Compact License

Company: UnitedHealth Group

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jan 22, 2025

WellMed, part of Optum, is recruiting a Registered Nurse Case or Utilization Manager in Texas. The role involves patient case management, coordination of discharge planning, and outpatient patient management. The Nurse Case Manager II will engage patients, identify needs, develop action plans, and ensure continuity of care. The position offers a flexible remote work option for Texas-based candidates with a Compact License. Required qualifications include an Associate's degree in Nursing, current RN license, Case Management Certification (CCM), and 3+ years of clinical and case management experience.

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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