Research Jobs in Washington DC

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Dentist PT Oral Surgeon

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Physician, Medical Asset Support Team (O-6 Billet) Non-Supervisory

Company: Department of Homeland Security - Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Location: Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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full time loan forgiveness

Certified Nurse Midwife (Swedish Medical Group)

Company: Swedish Health Services

Location: Seattle, Washington

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Botanist

Company: Legislative Branch - Architect of the Capitol

Location: Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Marketing/ Graphic Design Specialist

Company: CM3 Building Solutions

Location: Fort Washington, PA

Posted Jul 01, 2025

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation — this role requires regular local travel. The person in this role would routinely use standard office…

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Marketing/Graphic Design Coordinator

Company: CM3 Building Solutions

Location: Fort Washington, PA

Posted Jul 01, 2025

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation — this role requires regular local travel. The person in this role would routinely use standard office…

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part time research

Research Nurse Interventionist- Part-time (20 hrs) TACOMA

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: Tacoma, Washington

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Staff Attorney

Company: Judicial Branch - U.S. Courts

Location: Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Medical Support Assistant (Advanced)

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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full time be or bc

Physician - Minimally Invasive Gynecology (MIGS)

Company: MultiCare Health System

Location: Tacoma, Washington

Posted Jul 06, 2025

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full time

Physician Assistant Neurosurgery (Swedish Neuroscience Institute)

Company: Swedish Health Services

Location: Seattle, Washington

Posted Jul 06, 2025

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relocation assistance sign-on bonus full time

Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) – Women's Health (ObGyn)

Company: MultiCare Health System

Location: Tacoma, Washington

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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