Research Jobs in Washington DC

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Congressional Research Service Defense Policy Section Top Secret clearance

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.

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MACPAC seeking analyst Medicaid Payment analyst Financing Principal Analyst

Medicaid Access Team Senior Analyst

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

MACPAC is seeking a Medicaid Payment and Financing Principal Analyst. Learn more about this agency.

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nonbargaining unit position Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Operations Research Analyst

Company: Department of Homeland Security - Immigration and Customs Enforcement

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a nonbargaining unit position in the Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Investment and Program Accountability in Washington, D.C.

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Organizational Psychologist

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Central Intelligence Agency

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

Organizational Psychologists work in a consulting environment, eliciting client needs, designing, conducting, and reporting applied research to meet those requirements.

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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.

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nonbargaining unit position Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Operations Research Analyst

Company: Department of Homeland Security - Immigration and Customs Enforcement

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This is a job posting for a nonbargaining unit position in the Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement Office of Investment and Program Accountability in Washington, D.C.

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develop and lead implementation counter terrorist financing financial crime threats

Policy Advisor

Company: Department of the Treasury - Treasury, Departmental Offices

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

This position involves developing and implementing policies to counter terrorist financing and financial crimes using Treasury tools and authorities.

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Physician - Psychiatrist

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Walla Walla, Washington Walla Walla, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

A physician in the psychiatry service provides a wide variety of general and specialized psychiatric services through Behavioral Health of the Walla Walla VAMC.

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Smithsonian Institution largest museum education research complex Grounds Management Operations GMO

Gardener

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Smithsonian Institution

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Smithsonian Institution is a large museum complex with 21 museums and the National Zoo, located in the Grounds Management Operations department.

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Supervisory Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Company: Department of Health and Human Services - Indian Health Service

Location: Nespelem, Washington Nespelem, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The job announcement is for a Supervisory Clinical Laboratory Scientist position, which involves administrative and technical direction of the Laboratory Services Section. The job is open until filled and may offer recruitment or relocation incentives.

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Agricultural Research Service United States Department chief scientific research

Research Molecular Biologist/Microbiologist (Research Associate)

Company: Department of Agriculture - Agricultural Research Service

Location: Wenatchee, Washington Wenatchee, Washington

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Agricultural Research Service ARS is the United States Department of Agricultures chief scientific research agency and one of the worlds premiere scientific organizations. This position is located with the Physiology amp Pathology of Tree Fruits Research in Wenatchee WA.

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MACPAC seeking analyst Medicaid Payment analyst Senior analyst position

Medicaid Payment and Financing Senior Analyst

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

MACPAC is seeking a Medicaid Payment and Financing Senior Analyst. Learn more about this agency.

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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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