Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Clinical Pharmacist Clinical 2 (PRN)

Company: Elevance Health

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jul 26, 2025

Must possess an active unrestricted state license to practice pharmacy as a Registered Pharmacist (RPh). Unless expressly allowed by state or federal law, or…

Associate / Software Engineer

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jul 26, 2025

Experience with Git-based or other software configuration management tools. Experience with Git-based or other software configuration management tools.

Board Certified Behavioral Analyst- San Diego - EBSH Home experienced

Company: Redwood Family Care Network

Location: Spring Valley, CA

Posted Jul 26, 2025

Master’s degree in related field preferred, BCBA credential required. This position will require a valid California ID or Driver’s License.

TEMPORARY PROJECT MANAGER (COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS)

Company: Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA)

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jul 26, 2025

Manages various aspects of a project which may include finances, research, design, technical support, schedules, budget compliance, planning, and agency…

Board Certified Behavioral Analyst- San Diego - EBSH Home experienced

Company: Redwood Family Care Network

Location: La Mesa, CA

Posted Jul 26, 2025

Master’s degree in related field preferred, BCBA credential required. This position will require a valid California ID or Driver’s License.

Human Resources Analyst

Company: City of Lomita

Location: Lomita, CA

Posted Jul 26, 2025

A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major…

Scheduling Analyst

Company: Loyola Marymount University

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jul 26, 2025

Typically a bachelor's degree in education administration, business, film/arts management, or related field or equivalent experience.

Retail Security Shift Supervisor

Company: Allied Universal®

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jul 27, 2025

Current and valid driver’s license. The Shift Supervisor will be responsible for the security of a high profile client’s facility, property, and surrounding…

Data Analyst (SEO) - Mid level

Company: FocusKPI Inc.

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jul 26, 2025

Bachelor's degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Engineering, or a closely related field, and an MS degree is preferred.

Pharmaceutical Sales Associate - San Antonio, TX

Company: IQVIA

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jul 26, 2025

The Pharmaceutical Sales & Service Associate will be responsible for achieving established service/sales objectives by conducting primarily live (and some…

Custodian (Pool)

Company: San Diego State University

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jul 26, 2025

Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with…

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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