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provide workforce metrics broaden leadership understanding help inform decisionmaking

Human Resources Analyst

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Central Intelligence Agency

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

Human Resources Analysts provide workforce metrics reports and analysis to broaden leadership understanding of the workforce and help inform their decisionmaking.

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foreign language skills enable and produce clandestine operations

Language Officer

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Central Intelligence Agency

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Directorate of Operations Language Officers use their foreign language skills to enable and produce translations and interpretations for clandestine operations.

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nonbargaining unit position Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Systems Engineer

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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Economic Analysts assess foreign economic trade US security interests

Economic Analyst

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Central Intelligence Agency

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 29, 2024

Economic Analysts assess foreign economic trade and financial interests that affect US security interests.

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Technical ServicesResearch Law Office of General Counsel core legal information

Technical Services/Research Law Librarian

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Central Intelligence Agency

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The Technical ServicesResearch Law Librarians assist with managing core legal information repositories for the Office of General Counsel.

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provide case management legal research support Office of General Counsel

Paralegal

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Central Intelligence Agency

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

Posted Sep 29, 2024

Paralegals provide case management, legal research, and general support to the Office of General Counsel or Office of Inspector General.

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foreign weapons development cyber warfare emerging foreign intentions capabilities

Science Technology & Weapons Analyst

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Central Intelligence Agency

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 29, 2024

The text describes the role of Science Technology and Weapons Analysts, analyzing foreign weapons development and proliferation, cyber warfare, emerging technologies, and foreign intentions and capabilities.

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Collection Management Officers foreign intelligence collection US intelligence consumers

Collection Management Officer

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Central Intelligence Agency

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 29, 2024

Collection Management Officers drive the collection of foreign intelligence and manage the dialogue between US intelligence consumers and the Directorate of Operations.

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Technical Targeting Analysts provide insights unite technical operations

Technical Targeting Analyst

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Central Intelligence Agency

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 29, 2024

Technical Targeting Analysts evaluate technical and scientific data to provide insights that unite technical operations and development activities to maximize intelligence collection strategies.

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Cartographers research produce thematic maps contribute to analysis

Cartographer

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Central Intelligence Agency

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 29, 2024

Cartographers research and produce maps for senior policymakers, including the President.

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conduct analysis identify and counter foreign cyber threats

Cyber Threat Analyst

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Central Intelligence Agency

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 29, 2024

Cyber Threat Analysts conduct analysis and targeting to identify and counter foreign cyber threats against US information systems and cyberrelated interests.

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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

This is a public notice flyer for a job opening at the Naval Research Laboratory. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the How to Apply section to be considered.

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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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