Research Jobs in Washington DC

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Senate Archivist

Company: Legislative Branch - Senate

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Senate Historical Office is seeking a Senate Archivist. The vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page.

Data Scientist (Interdisciplinary)

Company: Department of the Navy - Office of Naval Research

Location: Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, District of Columbia Naval Research Laboratory, Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The job posting is for a Data Scientist Interdisciplinary position at the NAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORY. Interested applicants must follow the application directions to be considered.

Grants Management Specialist

Company: Department of Labor - Employment and Training Administration

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in the US Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration, responsible for providing grants management services to grantmaking agencies.

Staff Attorney

Company: Judicial Branch - U.S. Courts

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The United States Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation is accepting applications for a fulltime permanent position of Staff Attorney. The position reports to the Panel Executive and provides legal analysis and advice on multidistrict litigation dockets.

Crisis Operations Specialist

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - U.S. Agency for International Development

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position is located the in Program Learning and Innovation Division with the Office of Transition Initiatives in the Bureau for Conflict Prevention and Stabilization in the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington DC at the US Agency for International Development USAID.

Research Manager, Defense Policy and Arms Control Section

Company: Legislative Branch - Library of Congress

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Congressional Research Service is seeking a Research Manager for the Defense Policy and Arms Control Section. The position requires a Top Secret clearance and is located in the Washington DC Metropolitan area.

QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST (AEROSPACE)

Company: Department of the Navy - STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS (SSP)

Location: Bangor, Washington Bangor, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This flyer notifies interested applicants of anticipated vacancies and provides instructions on how to apply.

SUPERVISORY INTERDISCIPLINARY

Company: Department of the Navy - STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS (SSP)

Location: Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This flyer notifies interested applicants of anticipated vacancies and provides instructions on how to apply. It also notes that notice of result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to the flyer.

Chief Compliance Standards and Risk Officer

Company: Department of Justice - Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 29, 2024

ATF is a law enforcement agency that protects communities from violent crimes and partners with communities to safeguard the public.

Correspondence Management Specialist (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

Company: Department of Transportation - Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is in the Front Office of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, reporting to the Deputy Director of Governmental Affairs. The Specialist manages correspondence for the Executive Secretariat.

Policy Analyst

Company: Department of Labor - Women's Bureau

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The position is located in the Department of Labor's Women's Bureau, focusing on research and policy analysis for women's employment issues.

Real Estate Attorney

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - U.S. Postal Service

Location: Washington, District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The United States Postal Service is seeking a highly motivated and experienced attorney for a challenging and exciting opportunity in the Law Departments Facilities Group.

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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