Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Physician (Psychiatry)

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Allergist Opportunity in San Rafael, CA

Company: Kaiser Permanente - The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. -Northern California

Location: San Rafael, California

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Physician, Ophthalmologist with EDRP

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Assistant United States Attorney (Civil)

Company: Department of Justice - Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Non-Invasive Cardiologist – Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging

Company: Cardiovascular Institute of San Diego

Location: San Diego, California

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Assistant United States Attorney (Appellate)

Company: Department of Justice - Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Accountant/Senior Accountant

Company: State Bar of California

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jul 13, 2025

Principles of data analysis and research tools. Reviews the work of external accountants in their role as agents of the State Bar, ensuring agreed-upon…

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Physician (Deputy Associate Chief of Staff for Mental Health/Chief of Psychiatry)

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: San Diego, California

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Deputy Director of Workplace Relations

Company: Judicial Branch - U.S. Courts

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Physician (Diagnostic Radiologist) with Recruitment/Relocation Incentive/EDRP

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal)

Company: Department of Justice - Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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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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