Research Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Marketing Manager

Company: Nasland Engineering

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jun 27, 2025

Coordinate and develop SOQs and proposals in compliance with RFQ/RFP requirements. Collaborate with technical teams to create proposal responses, scopes, and…

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Staff Nurse II SH (Operating Room 1)

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted Jun 29, 2025

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AP Accountant

Company: Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Posted Jun 28, 2025

Prepare other federal and state filings/payments, including 1042, 592, sales and use tax returns, quarterly and annual Census surveys.

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Neonatologist BC/BE

Company: Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted Jun 29, 2025

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Senior Tax Manager and Advisor

Company: Performance Management Ltd

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jun 28, 2025

Review financial ledgers and statements, distribute to management, and implement necessary corrections. This role is pivotal in enhancing our tax strategy,…

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Prospect and Data Analyst

Company: Stanford University

Location: Stanford, CA

Posted Jun 27, 2025

As a key partner to the GSE’s External Relations leadership, the Prospect and Data Analyst will provide forward-thinking and forward-looking data analysis and…

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Pharmacist Lead

Company: University Health

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jun 28, 2025

Current Pharmacy and Pharmacy Preceptor licensure, or eligibility for licensure, in the state of Texas is required.

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Clinical RN - Behavioral Health (HALC)

Company: Community Research Foundation (CRF)

Location: El Cajon, CA

Posted Jun 27, 2025

Licensure: *Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license required and must be kept current and in good standing during employment.

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Physician - Chief

Company: CHRISTUS Health

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Jun 29, 2025

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Program Lead

Company: Catalyst Family Inc.

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Jun 27, 2025

Assess program quality and curriculum implementation, health/safety, and licensing standards; take steps to continuously improve in alignment with our agency’s…

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Nurse Practitioner

Company: Correctional Medicine Associates

Location: San Diego, California

Posted Jun 29, 2025

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Pharmacist Lead

Company: University Health

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jun 28, 2025

Current Pharmacy and Pharmacy Preceptor licensure, or eligibility for licensure, in the state of Texas is required.

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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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