Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Technology Sales Representative

Company: Konica Minolta Business Solutions

Location: Woodland Hills, CA

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Konica Minolta is a company that partners with customers to design Future of Work technology solutions. They offer a base salary, unlimited commission potential, and bonuses for meeting quotas. The company values its employees and provides opportunities for growth and development. Konica Minolta has been recognized as the #1 Brand for Customer Loyalty in the MFP Office Copier Market and is proud to be ranked on the Forbes 2021 America's Best-in-State employers list.

Consumer Product Marketing Manager

Company: Meta

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Meta is seeking an experienced Consumer Product Marketing Manager to join their global team. The role involves influencing product strategies, leading go-to-market efforts, and working cross-functionally with various teams. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in product marketing, consumer GTM strategies, and experience with product launches and campaigns. Meta offers competitive compensation and benefits, and is committed to equal employment opportunities.

Product Designer

Company: BitGo

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 21, 2025

BitGo, a leading digital asset solutions provider, is hiring a full-time Product Designer to help develop novel features for their Wallet Services. The role involves leading design projects from research to launch, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to the growth of the design team. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of experience in designing web-based and mobile software, a deep understanding of the product design process, and a passion for exploring new design methods.

Senior Data Scientist, YouTube Premium

Company: Google

Location: Mountain View, CA

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Head of Industry, Large Customer Sales

Company: Google

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Google is seeking an experienced advertising sales professional with a Bachelor's degree and 11+ years in the field. Preferred candidates have experience in managing sales teams, influencing executive-level clients, and developing joint business plans. The role involves structuring long-term strategies with clients, leading cross-functional teams, and managing a team of Account Executives. The base salary range is $152,000-$228,000, with additional benefits. The position offers the opportunity to work with major advertisers and agencies, advising on Google's broad range of products to help clients connect with their audiences.

Staff Data Scientist, Research

Company: Google

Location: Mountain View, CA

Posted Jan 21, 2025

User Experience Designer

Company: AppFolio

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Sr. Analyst Corporate Strategy & Development

Company: Dolby

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Dolby is seeking a Senior Analyst for its Corporate Strategy and Development function. The role involves analyzing strategic opportunities, assessing M&A targets, and collaborating with leadership. Key responsibilities include corporate strategy, research, and corporate development tasks. Qualifications include relevant job experience, analytical skills, and communication abilities. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Senior Program Manager - (CSRF) - Poway, CA

Company: EpiSci

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jan 21, 2025

EpiSci is seeking a Senior Cognitive Sensing and RF CSRF Program Manager to lead programs in research, design, prototyping, and field testing of systems across various Tactical AI solutions, including networking, wireless communications, cognitive sensing, and RF domains. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in defense solutions, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record of delivering defense solutions to warfighters. The role involves managing programs that build wireless and advanced communication infrastructure, researching and implementing state-of-the-art electronic warfare sensing and detection algorithms, and designing network management software. The candidate will collaborate with third-party radio vendors, manage hardware-in-the-loop systems, and contribute novel ideas to improve programs and projects. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a computer science-related engineering field, 7+ years of program management experience, and a strong understanding of software development, programming, and autonomy software products.

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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