Research Jobs in Washington DC

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Systems Engineer

Company: Department of Homeland Security - Immigration and Customs Enforcement

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

Posted Sep 24, 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.

Senior Policy Advisor

Company: Department of the Treasury - Treasury, Departmental Offices

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

Posted Sep 24, 2024

The position is for a Senior Policy Advisor in the Office of Investment Security within the US Department of the Treasury, responsible for reviewing foreign investment transactions for national security implications.

Electronic Records Archivist

Company: Legislative Branch - House of Representatives

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 24, 2024

The Office of the Clerk serves as the official record keeper of the US House of Representatives, providing archival services and expertise in records management and preservation.

Policy Analyst

Company: Department of the Treasury - Treasury, Departmental Offices

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

Posted Sep 24, 2024

The position serves as a Policy Analyst in the Office of Investment Security within the Office of International Affairs, reviewing transactions involving foreign investment in the United States to determine their effect on national security.

Medicaid Access Team Principal 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 24, 2024

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

Policy Advisor

Company: Department of the Treasury - Treasury, Departmental Offices

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

Posted Sep 24, 2024

This position serves as a Policy Advisor in the Office of Investment Security within the US Department of the Treasury, reviewing transactions involving foreign investment in the United States to determine their effect on national security.

Counsel for Employment

Company: Legislative Branch - Senate

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 24, 2024

The United States Senate is seeking a Counsel for Employment. The vacancy announcement and application can be found on the Senate Career Page.

Quantitative Analyst - Interdisciplinary

Company: Department of the Treasury - Treasury, Departmental Offices

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

Posted Sep 24, 2024

This position is located at Departmental OfficesDomestic FinanceOffice of Financial Research As aan Quantitative Analyst Interdisciplinary you will serve as a Quantitative Analyst in the Office of Financial Research OFR Department of the Treasury reporting to the Associate Director in an assigned section in the OFRs Research and Analysis Center

Associate General Counsel for Litigation

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Federal Election Commission

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 24, 2024

The Federal Election Commission is looking for an individual with litigation experience and leadership skills to serve as Associate General Counsel.

Supervisory Research Financial Economist

Company: Department of the Treasury - Treasury, Departmental Offices

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

Posted Sep 24, 2024

This position involves organizing and conducting financial and economic research and analysis projects to identify and evaluate risks to the US financial system.

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 24, 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.

Information Technology Specialist (INFOSEC)

Company: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Office of Inspector General for the Federal Housing Finance Agency

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

Posted Sep 24, 2024

The Federal Housing Finance Agency Office of Inspector General promotes the economy, efficiency, and integrity of FHFAs programs and operations by conducting audits, investigations, evaluations, and reviews, and recommending courses of action designed to support FHFAs mission of ensuring a safe and sound mortgage finance system that provides reliable liquidity and funding for housing finance and community investment.

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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