Research Jobs in Washington DC

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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 14, 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 14, 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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remote Project ManagerIT Business Analyst Cloud Services practice agile framework

Project Manager

Company: GAMA-1 Technologies

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 14, 2024

GAMA1 Technologies LLC is seeking a remote Project Manager/IT Business Analyst to support their growing Cloud Services practice. The ideal candidate will have experience leading development teams within an agile framework and coordinating sprints, deliverables, and coordination for a team of cloud administrators and data scientists.

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leading provider of analytics services dedicated to helping partners team of analysts scientists engineers

Polling Manager

Company: BlueLabs Analytics

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 14, 2024

BlueLabs is a leading provider of analytics services and technology, dedicated to helping partners do good with their data. The company has a team of analysts, scientists, engineers, and strategists who work together to solve complex social and analytical challenges.

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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 14, 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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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 14, 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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strong communication skills government legal environments detail-oriented efficient

Paralegal

Company: TechOp Solutions International

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 14, 2024

TechOp Solutions is seeking a Paralegal with strong communication skills and experience in government legal environments. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, efficient, and capable of performing well in a fast-paced setting.

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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 14, 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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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 14, 2024

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

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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 14, 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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highly skilled manager enhancing shareholder value attracting investors

Investor Relations, Manager

Company: Amentum

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 14, 2024

Amentum is seeking a highly skilled Manager of Investor Relations to join their team. The role involves enhancing shareholder value by attracting and maintaining long-term investors, and requires experience in business or financial management, investor relations, and capital markets.

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strong written skills excellent editing skills knowledge of grammar

Contract Acquisition Specialist

Company: Amentum

Location: Washington DC

Posted Sep 14, 2024

Amentum is seeking a Contract Acquisition Specialist to support DARPA. The ideal candidate should have excellent editing skills, knowledge of grammar, sentence structure, and standards of written and visual presentation style. The job involves developing and editing solicitations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and distilling complex technical concepts into accessible language.

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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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