Research scientist (Robotics, AI)
Research associate job in Santa Clara, CA
Job Title: Research scientist (Robotics, AI)
Position Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Salary range: $200,000/yr - $270,000/yr
Job Description:
We are an early-stage robotics startup working on building multi-purpose mobile robots that can do complex manipulation tasks. We are looking for a creative, skilled, and motivated research scientists to join our founding team in advancing robot manipulation capabilities. We are looking for people with proven expertise in machine learning and/or robotics. You will collaborate with a team of talented researchers and engineers, and drive ongoing innovation and technological advancements within the company. This is a full-time on-site role in Santa Clara, CA.
Responsibilities:
Develop new algorithms and methods for training AI models for enhancing the robot dexterity.
Conduct cutting edge research across multiple disciplines (Robotics, RL/IL, control, perception, LLM, VLM, etc.).
Work with large-scale ML systems and large-scale model training/fine-tuning.
Design and implement state-of-the-art learning-based manipulation/navigation/control algorithms on real robots.
Work with other teams to develop a diverse set of robust manipulation skills for robots.
Requirements:
Ph.D. degree in Robotics, Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, etc., or equivalent research experience.
Passionate about working with robots and building robot products.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
At least 3 years of experience conducting independent research.
Deep understanding of the SOTA robot learning techniques (reinforcement learning, imitation learning, etc.)
A track record of research excellence with your work published in top conferences and journals such as Science Robotics, IJRR, RSS, CoRL, ICRA, NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, CVPR, etc.
Proficient with Python.
Proficient with deep learning libraries such as PyTorch/TensorFlow/Jax.
Experience with real robot experiments.
Experienced with robot simulators such as Isaac Gym/ Isaac Sim/ SAPIEN/ MuJoCo/Drake, etc.
About Us:
Founded in 2009, IntelliPro stands as a global leader in talent acquisition and HR solutions. Our commitment to delivering unparalleled service to clients, fostering employee growth, and building enduring partnerships sets us apart. With a dynamic presence in the USA, China, Canada, Singapore, Philippines, UK, India, Netherlands, and Germany, we continue to lead the way in global talent solutions.
IntelliPro is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We also ensure that all applicants have access to accommodations throughout the hiring process. Learn more at ***************************
Compensation:
The compensation offered will depend on various factors, including location, experience, education, and job-related skills. This role includes a competitive base salary, bonus, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility.
Research Scientist
Research associate job in Fremont, CA
About the Company
We are a seed-stage AI company building the industry standard for evaluating and benchmarking large language models on real enterprise tasks.
About the Role
As a Research Scientist, you will develop new benchmarks, methodologies, and evaluation pipelines that shape how cutting-edge models are assessed, compared, and deployed in production environments. Your work will directly influence model selection and safety decisions across foundation model labs, high-growth AI product companies, and Fortune-scale enterprises.
Responsibilities
Benchmarking & Model Analysis
Evaluate newly released models as they launch (e.g., Gemini, DeepSeek, etc.)
Run large-scale assessment workflows using internal evaluation infrastructure
Compare model performance across enterprise-grade task categories
Design New Benchmarks from Scratch
Identify high-value model application domains through research exploration
Construct datasets, including labeling strategy and workforce coordination
Write short “white-paper-style” summaries explaining benchmark purpose, method, and findings
Advance Automated Evaluation Methodologies
Improve systems for scoring generated text beyond standard metrics
Explore research in reference-free, rubric-based, and human-aligned evaluation
Develop new techniques for reliability, consistency, and repeatability
Cross-functional Collaboration
Work closely with engineering to scale evaluation infra
Partner with customers to refine evaluation relevance and task fit
Influence product direction through research insights
Qualifications
0-3 years post-grad experience (Master's, PhD, or equivalent applied research)
Publications, preprints, or demos showing cutting-edge work
Experience with diffusion models, NLP, multimodal, or benchmarking work
Ability to operate independently with ambiguity
Clean, maintainable research codebases
Candidates from:
top engineering/research universities
applied AI startups
well-regarded research internships
Required Skills
Built or contributed to a benchmark or evaluation methodology
Experience in enterprise task model evaluation
Stanford / top lab adjacency (per their historical hiring success)
Preferred Skills
Wants to publish as primary motivation
Purely academic with slow timelines
Big-tech culture fit concerns (Meta / Google / Salesforce specifically noted-but case-by-case)
Pay range and compensation package
Base Salary: up to $250K depending on background
Equity: typically 0.3% - 0.5%, flexibility for exceptional candidates
Rapid equity refresh possible based on impact
Equal Opportunity Statement
Visa sponsorship available. Relocation support. Health & dental coverage. Lunch + dinner provided, snacks & coffee. Unlimited PTO. Weekly happy hours with community guests. Team events (bowling, hiking, rock climbing, etc.). Swag program (hats, etc.).
Work Environment & Culture
In-person, San Francisco HQ (required). Core hours: 9-5, some teammates extend voluntarily. Most team members work 1 weekend day per week (flexible). High-ownership, low-ego, collaborative. Live demos Mondays, team lunch Thursdays, community Fridays. Early-stage pace, applied focus-not academic publishing.
Tech Environment
(while research-focused, exposure beneficial) Backend: Python / Django. Frontend: React + TypeScript. Infra: AWS. Evaluation frameworks + internal tooling.
Why This Role Is Unique
The company already collaborates with foundation model labs, high-growth AI vertical product companies, and Fortune 500 enterprises (not publicly facing). ChatGPT Vals AI $5M seed raised, runway of 2+ years at current burn. Only one research scientist is being hired-true founding impact. Opportunity to define industry standards for model trust, reliability, and certification. Positioned to become the rating agency for generative AI.
research scientist - RL
Research associate job in Fremont, CA
Join a Leading Applied Research Lab Pushing the Boundaries of Reinforcement Learning
Are you passionate about advancing the frontiers of reinforcement learning (RL)? An innovative AI research lab is seeking talented and ambitious scientists to shape the next generation of RL techniques-especially where they intersect with large models and environment generation.
About the Role
As an AI Research Scientist focused on RL, you will:
Develop novel optimization-based methods for automated RL environment generation
Establish baselines for evaluating the quality and diversity of RL environments
Design infrastructure to create dynamic environments from historical datasets and agent evaluations
Drive your own research agenda, contributing directly to the progress of our platform and the broader AI community
What We're Looking For
PhD (or equivalent experience) in machine learning, computer science or a related field
Strong publication record and/or evidence of research impact (open source, deployed systems, etc.)
Deep expertise in reinforcement learning and machine learning fundamentals
Proficient in Python and at least one modern ML framework (such as PyTorch or JAX)
Bonus Points
Experience with post-training large language models (LLMs)
Demonstrated software engineering skills
Ability to communicate research findings effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
Research Scientist
Research associate job in San Jose, CA
We're working with a San Francisco client that's got a research team of 50~ professionals and looking to further expand it. They are specifically looking to flesh out their Research Group by hiring a Research Scientist on a hybrid basis.
They have seen $300M in a recent fund raise.
Skills targeted:
PhD in Physics/ Quantum Physics/ Theory/ Statistics/ Mathematics/ Computational Science or similarly related field.
2+ YoE working with AI Agents.
Good exposure to LLMs.
TC package of $1-1,5M with sizeable base salary & equity package.
If that looks of interest, apply & Goliath will be in touch!
Research Scientist - Data
Research associate job in San Jose, CA
⚡ Research Scientist - Data focus
💊 Foundation Models, AI Research Institute
🌎 San Francisco Bay Area, USA
💸 $200,000 - $350,000 salary + bonus
Come join a revolutionary AI research lab in SF Bay Area that is poised to develop & publish high-impact breakthroughs in GenAI - across LLMs and Multimodal AI.
As part of the team, you'll work at the intersection of data, large-scale training, and foundation model innovation. You will collaborate with world-class researchers, data scientists, and engineers to solve critical challenges in creating robust, scalable, and reasoning-capable LLMs. Your research will shape the way data is curated, processed, and leveraged to train the next generation of intelligent systems.
Responsibilities:
Lead research on data-centric approaches for LLMs, including pretraining corpus design, data valuation, and speculative decoding strategies.
Develop pipelines to process challenging data sources into structured and reproducible training datasets.
Build and optimize agentic data pipelines, integrating retrieval, self-curation, and multi-agent feedback for high-quality training and evaluation data.
Collaborate with researchers on alignment and reasoning-focused training that leverage data-driven approaches for improving LLM capabilities.
Prototype and deploy evaluation frameworks to measure data quality, coverage, and downstream impact on LLM reasoning.
Publish findings at top-tier venues (e.g., NeurIPS, ICLR, ACL, EMNLP) and represent the institute at international conferences.
Contribute to open-source tools, datasets, and benchmarks that advance the global foundation model research community.
Requirements:
Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field (PhD strongly preferred)
Experience collecting and curating high-quality text data including multi-lingual data.
Hands-on experience with large-scale dataset curation and preprocessing for ML/LLM training.
Prior works synthesizing complex datasets. Code, math, and agentic data are higher priority
Experience with ML infrastructure for scalable training, evaluation, and debugging.
Experience at the intersection of data and post-training (RL/SFT)
Proven ability to independently drive research questions related to data quality, scaling, or reasoning.
Preferred Experience:
Experience with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), agentic data pipelines, or reasoning benchmarks.
Contributions to speculative decoding, self-curation, or reinforcement learning from synthetic data.
Background in knowledge graphs, semantic search, or indexing systems.
Strong publication record in leading AI conferences.
Prior contributions to open-source ML data tools or benchmarks.
Prior work on speculative decoding/contributions to LLM serving engines
Prior work on training LLM-as-a-judge
Deep expertise with tokenization/training tokenizers
Why apply:
Opportunity to build out a new division at the forefront of AI innovation
FAANG competitive salary & package
Work alongside superstars from FAANG labs & leading AI companies
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Relocation package available
🌎 San Francisco Bay Area, USA
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Founding Research Scientist (MARL)
Research associate job in San Francisco, CA
Series A company looking to hire a Sr. Applied RS with a good background in multi-agent reinforcement learning. The related challenge is figuring out how to use feedback from an objective function on (consumer) pricing to reinforce a multi-agent enterprise system (many components).
Qualifications:
Applied Research with MS or PhD in a technical field and 4
+
years relevant industry experience
Successful track record as a self-starter in 0->1 scenarios with a proven ability to take SOTA models into production
Please note:
Due to the selective nature of this service and the volume of applicants we typically receive from our job postings, a follow-up email will not be sent until a match is identified with one of the startup investments in our portfolio.
About Us:
Greylock is an early-stage investor in hundreds of remarkable companies including Airbnb, LinkedIn, Dropbox, Workday, Cloudera, Facebook, Instagram, Roblox, Coinbase, Palo Alto Networks, among others. More can be found about us here: *********************
We are full-time, salaried employees of Greylock who provide free candidate referrals/introductions to our active investments to help them grow/succeed (as one of the many services we provide).
High-Throughput Screening Research Associate II, III (Biodesigner II, III)
Research associate job in Fremont, CA
Amber Bio is a biotechnology company pioneering new gene editing modalities using multi-kilobase edits to reach previously undruggable patient populations. Founded by pioneers in the CRISPR field from leading institutions for gene editing research, the company is developing a first-of-its-kind RNA editing platform that can correct thousands of bases at once, thereby correcting genetic mutations safely and reversibly. If you are interested in building a new frontier in genetic medicine, we welcome you to apply.
Job Description: High-Throughput Screening Research Associate II, III (Biodesigner II, III)
Responsibilities:
Perform massively parallel reporter assays and high-throughput screens across diverse cellular contexts using cellular and molecular readouts.
Develop and execute molecular biology workflows such as vector design and cloning, DNA/RNA extraction, RT-PCR, qPCR, and next-generation sequencing.
Support cell culture activities and experiments in multiple cell lines, at small and large scales.
Design and execute cell-based assays (AAV/lentiviral transduction, transfection, flow cytometry, immunostaining, and other plate reader assays).
Engineer and characterize cell-based systems using synthetic biology tools and techniques.
Conduct and troubleshoot experiments, independently and in collaboration with colleagues, to optimize screening throughput, sensitivity, and specificity.
Proactively troubleshoot technical issues and recommend potential corrective actions based on personal observations and literature searches.
Prepare summaries of data and present internally to colleagues and management.
Draft SOPs, follow protocols, diligently document experimental data in lab notebooks, and organize and maintain electronic work records.
Author scientific reports and data summaries.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals, bridging early discovery with high-throughput screens to nominate and optimize candidates for further characterization.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, or a related field.
At least 2 years of industry wet lab experience.
Mammalian cell culture experience (culturing, transfecting and transducing cells, and DNA/RNA purification from cells).
Molecular biology expertise (vector design and cloning, qPCR, primer and probe design, DNA/RNA extraction workflows)
Critical thinker with excellent communication skills who thrives in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced team environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preference will be given to those who display:
High throughput screening assay development in an industry setting.
High motivation, with a strong work ethic and dedication to generating impact.
Attention to detail, with the ability to extract deep insights from data.
First-principles thinking, and an ability to refine one's intuition based on additional data.
Ability to go from ideation to data in an independent fashion.
Long-term personal vision with defined career goals.
High EQ with team-oriented thinking.
Experience with pooled, high-throughput screens using next-generation sequencing-based readouts, and/or preparing screening plasmid libraries from synthesized oligo arrays.
Experience with CRISPR-Cas systems and/or gene editing and delivery technologies.
Experience preparing next-generation sequencing libraries (Illumina, PacBio, and/or Nanopore platforms).
If you have a passion for advancing gene editing technologies and desire to be part of a pioneering biotech company, we encourage you to apply and join our ambitious team.
Please apply directly through LinkedIn.
Amber Bio is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment for all employees.
Research & Strategy Analyst, Life Sciences
Research associate job in San Jose, CA
About the Role
Savills is seeking a Research & Strategy Analyst to join its Life Sciences Practice Group. This hybrid role blends market research, strategic insight, and business development support to empower brokers, consultants, and clients with high-impact intelligence.
The ideal candidate is analytically sharp, intellectually curious, and eager to contribute across both life sciences-specific initiatives and broader commercial real estate research functions. This is a unique opportunity to work at the nexus of science, data, and strategy in one of the industry's fastest-growing sectors.
Key Responsibilities
Research Operations & Market Data Management
Maintain and update proprietary databases tracking inventory, leasing activity, sales comparables, ownership structures, development pipelines, and tenant movements in key markets.
Contribute to the production of quarterly market statistics and collaborate with national and regional teams on sector-specific reports.
Ensure accuracy and consistency of data across platforms to support client-ready deliverables and leadership decision-making.
Client-Focused Research & Broker Support
Respond to requests for market intelligence to support broker teams and strategic pursuits.
Partner with brokers and across functions to develop data-driven materials for client meetings, pitch decks, and presentations.
Leverage research outputs to support marketing campaigns, graphics, and thought leadership placement tailored to client needs.
Build scalable templates and tools that enhance service delivery across geographies.
Life Sciences Industry Intelligence
Monitor companies in the biotech, medtech, and pharmaceutical sectors-from early-stage startups to public firms-tracking funding milestones, clinical pipelines, partnerships, and expansions.
Identify real estate decision inflection points (e.g., IPOs, new clinical phases, M&A activity) and align those with broker outreach and opportunity pipelines.
Maintain and regularly update a curated list of strategic targets to support CRM integration and proactive client engagement.
Translate complex industry developments into relevant real estate implications for internal and external audiences.
CRM Strategy, Pipeline Tracking & Business Enablement
Leverage Savills Salesforce environment to track target companies, contacts, and opportunities aligned with life sciences growth triggers.
Maintain detailed and dynamic CRM records to reflect company stage, activity history, strategic touchpoints, and geographic expansion status.
Collaborate with brokers and marketing to execute targeted outreach campaigns based on funding events, clinical milestones, and relocation trends.
Develop dashboards and reports that visualize pipeline health, deal progress, and prospect engagement across key geographies.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MS, PhD) or relevant certifications preferred.
2-6 years of experience in life sciences, research, management consulting, or corporate strategy.
Deep familiarity with biotech, pharma, and/or medtech industries including R&D pipelines, funding dynamics, and commercialization paths.
Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to distill complex data into strategic insights.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; experience writing reports or market commentary is a plus.
CRM platform experience (Salesforce) is preferred.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and motivated to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Why Join Savills Life Sciences?
Savills is a global leader in real estate advisory, with a top-tier Life Sciences team that supports clients ranging from emerging startups to global pharmaceutical companies. Our platform empowers innovation-combining data, insight, and strategy to help clients make real estate decisions that accelerate science.
As part of our team, you'll help shape how we track the future of life sciences and grow our presence in the most exciting markets in North America and beyond.
Savills values a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Savills participates in the E-Verify program.
AI/ML Scientist
Research associate job in San Mateo, CA
AI/ML Scientist - Build the Future of Physics AI- $250,000 to $275,000 Salary
You will be part researcher, part builder, part pioneer, someone who thrives at the intersection of machine learning and physics based simulation.
The platform is built on massively scalable, cloud native simulation technology that makes it possible to run thousands of high fidelity simulations quickly and easily. This foundation unlocks something big, enabling the generation of large scale datasets that power the next generation of ML models across industries.
You will be on the front lines of building and productizing new machine learning approaches for physics based problems, from CFD to thermal simulation. Your work will not just live in a paper, it will deliver measurable value to customers, shape new product capabilities, and push the boundaries of what is possible in Physics AI.
You know that rush when your work goes from experiment to production, when the models perform, the results hold up, and you can see the impact firsthand? That is what this role is about.
Ready to shape the future of Physics AI? Let's talk.
No up to date resume required.
Scientist: In Vivo Pharmacology
Research associate job in Palo Alto, CA
Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology - Permanent - Palo Alto, CA
Where curiosity meets purpose-join us in shaping the future of science.
Primary Responsibilities: Proclinical is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic Scientist to support in vivo research on our cutting-edge pipeline and discovery programs. You will be involved in the preparation and execution of murine animal experiments and the collation of data.
The Scientist of In Vivo Pharmacology will:
Preparation for and execution of translational experiments such as in vivo pharmacology and disease model experiments, including experiments in knockout and transgenic mice
Animal handling during murine experiments, and handling of murine tissues resulting from animal experiments
Management of relationships with third-party vendors on mouse breeding and shipping
Identification, ordering, organization, storage, and proper disposal of laboratory reagents required for studies
In collaboration with the Laboratory Biology team, aid in maintaining laboratory space and inventory
Recording and filing data, preparing technical reports, and study summaries
Report progress of projects in a timely and concise manner to supervisor
May independently lead the development and implementation of new assays to support research projects; may independently execute experiments and perform data analyses of moderate complexity; may have responsibility for specific method or study.
Occasionally provides assistance to and/or mentoring other technical staff, new research staff or interns
Manages personal experimental timelines to meet project and personal goals
Presents findings at the scientist, department, and site-level.
Function as part of a collaborative team to support research needs
Contribute to the optimal functioning of the research team, including implementation of new tools and technologies.
Skills & Requirements:
S. and 7+ years of laboratory experience (academic and/or industry) or M.S. with 5+ years of laboratory experience (academic and/or industry)
Degree must be in a life sciences discipline, preferably cellular and/or molecular biology, biochemistry, and/or microbiology/immunology
3+ years of hands-on experience with in vivo murine research required, with mouse pharmacology and inflammation disease model experiments highly desired
Experience in experimental techniques such as handling of animal tissue, cell culture, qRT-PCR, flow cytometry, and ELISAs/MSDs is required
Experience in immunology research, including research with primary immune cells, would be valuable
Must be highly organized, punctual, and precise both in regards to performing laboratory experiments as well as maintenance of the laboratory space.
Ability to work independently and occasionally during non-traditional work hours as may be required by some experiments and will need to be comfortable in a laboratory and animal facility setting.
Possesses effective problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
Experience with Microsoft software suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and other commonly used computer applications (Zoom, MS Teams, Box, etc.)
Clear and effective communicator across verbal, written, and interpersonal settings
If you are interested in applying to this exciting opportunity, then please click 'Apply' or to speak to one of our specialists please request a call back at the top of this page.
Proclinical is a leading life sciences recruiter focused on finding exceptional people and matching them with the finest positions across the globe. Proclinical is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Research Assistant, In Vivo Tumor Models
Research associate job in San Jose, CA
Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking an In Vivo Research Assistant for a contract opportunity with one of our clients, a synthetic biology and cell therapy biotechnology company in Menlo Park, CA. If you are driven by the prospect of translating cutting-edge scientific discoveries into tangible advancements and are poised to advance your career, join us as we pioneer progress in the biotechnology and medical device industries.
Workplace: Onsite in Menlo Park, CA
Position Title: Research Assistant, In Vivo Tumor Models
Position Type: contract
Pay rate: $30-40 per hour
Schedule: Part-time
Animal Technician - In Vivo Oncology (Mouse Models), Biotechnology Startup - San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Are you ready to drive transformative research at the frontier of cell therapy innovation? Join a pioneering biotechnology startup in Menlo Park, where your expertise with in vivo mouse models will be instrumental in shaping therapies with the potential to change the course of medicine. As an early team member, you'll collaborate closely with visionary scientists and engineering innovators, making a direct impact on the culture, direction, and scientific breakthroughs of our organization.
About the Opportunity:
We're searching for a dedicated Animal Technician with a robust background in managing and executing solid tumor studies using immunocompromised and humanized mouse models. Your hands-on skills and analytical insight will enable our platform to accelerate the design, screening, and optimization of novel cell therapies that harness the full therapeutic power of cellular engineering. You will be critical in supporting our rapid innovation cycles, where new tools and approaches are continuously tested and refined.
Mission & Environment:
Our team believes that cellular biology holds the blueprint for tackling the most challenging diseases-from cancer and viral infection to autoimmunity and aging. We apply cutting-edge synthetic biology and systems immunology to engineer next-generation cells capable of precisely and potently fighting disease. Our approach goes far beyond established paradigms, leveraging novel receptor technologies and high-throughput screens to uncover untapped avenues for therapy development.
Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day execution and management of oncology mouse model experiments.
Independently plan and coordinate study timelines in partnership with research scientists.
Serve as the main interface with vivarium partners to ensure seamless in vivo operations.
Maintain stringent protocol compliance according to all institutional and regulatory standards.
Collect, analyze, and interpret preclinical data to inform project decisions and accelerate development.
Proactive communication and collaboration to move projects forward in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of hands-on in vivo research experience, ideally in cancer or related therapeutic areas within industry settings.
No formal education requirement; demonstrable expertise is key.
Flexibility to support weekend research schedules.
Exceptional process discipline and attention to detail.
Proven ability to troubleshoot challenges and implement solutions rapidly.
Strong organizational and communication skills, with reliability in managing and executing assigned responsibilities.
Collaborative spirit and a track record of contributing to impactful scientific endeavors.
Ideal Fit:
Takes pride in reliability and personal accountability.
Seeks flexibility in work hours and the possibility of full-time engagement.
Thrives in a close-knit, high-impact team with diverse skillsets.
Eager to take on new responsibilities and champion team success.
Shares a passion for advancing health through cell engineering and community-driven science.
Join us and help unlock the next era of engineered cell therapies-where your work directly contributes to solutions for today's most urgent medical challenges.
Research Assistant
Research associate job in Menlo Park, CA
, December 8th-May 31st, 2026
Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00-5:00 PM
Onsite, in Menlo Park, CA
Required Skills & Experience
-Bachelor's degree or relevant coursework in engineering, research, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
-Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
-Basic technical aptitude and familiarity with handling electronic devices.
-Experience with FedEx shipping systems or package tracking preferred.
- Basic knowledge of microsoft excel
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Job Description
Overview:
Insight Global is seeking a detail-oriented Research Assistant to support the deployment of prototype equipment for upcoming remote user studies. This role is part of a dynamic team responsible for testing and preparing electronic prototype devices before they are shipped to study participants.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in testing and validating prototype electronic devices to ensure full functionality prior to shipment.
-Prepare, package, and ship devices to participants involved in remote, in-home studies using FedEx as the primary shipping method.
-Track shipments and ensure timely delivery and return of study equipment.
-Maintain detailed records of device testing, configurations, and shipping status.
-Collaborate closely with research and engineering teams to ensure accuracy, quality, and timely deployment.
-Troubleshoot and document any technical issues during pre-deployment testing.
-Document in excel for additional tracking purposes
Why Join Us:
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research by ensuring the successful deployment of innovative technology.
Scientist II
Research associate job in Oakland, CA
Pay Rate Range: $50.00/hr. - $55.24/hr.
Target Pay Rate: $55.24/hr.
Duration: 3 Months
Onsite
Shift (if applicable): M-F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
JOB DESCRIPTION
SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE:
The Scientist II will be joining the Biotherapeutics Translational Pharmacology team to support our research programs. This position is primarily responsible for developing, optimizing and reporting out data for Bioanalytical assays for Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADC) to include ELISA, LC-MS and hybrid LC-MS techniques. This job will require the candidate to have excellent organization, communication, and teamwork skills, as well as flexibility and versatility, to meet tight deadlines in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Responsible for running analytical samples from nonclinical PK studies using ELISA, LC-MS and hybrid LC-MS techniques
* Operation and troubleshooting of automated instrumentation
* Collaborates with Biotherapeutics team members to support project advancement.
* Maintains electronic laboratory notebook in a complete, consistent, and timely manner in accordance with company intellectual property policies and practices.
* Prepares and organizes data for presentation. May present data and status reports at individual, group, and departmental research meetings under general supervision.
* Adherence to excellent health and safety practices and compliance with applicable EH&S safety rules and participates in mandatory safety training programs.
* Other responsibilities as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* No supervisory responsibilities
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Education:
* Bachelor's degree in related discipline and a minimum of four years of related experience; or
* Master's degree in related discipline and a minimum of two years of related experience; or,
* Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
* Drug discovery experience is necessary with hands-on bioanalytical assay development with an excellent understanding of fundamental processes.
* Experience with ELISA, LC-MS and Hybrid LC-MS is required
* Experience using WinNonlin and PRISM applications are preferred.
Knowledge/Skills:
* Highly self-motivated with exceptional attention to detail is required.
* Thorough knowledge of activities related to bioanalytical assay development and data generation
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to follow written instructions and SOPs.
* Ability to multi-task and excellent time management skills.
* Excellent work ethic, working effectively in both a team environment and independently.
* Thorough proficiency in MS Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Excel is required.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
* Primarily working in laboratory and office environment.
* Potential handling of hazardous materials, and brief periods of working in both 4°C and -20°C environments.
* May be required to work weekends as needed.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
Decision Scientist
Research associate job in Sunnyvale, CA
Senior Decision Scientist
Fractal is a strategic AI partner to Fortune 500 companies with a vision to power every human decision in the enterprise. Fractal is building a world where individual choices, freedom, and diversity are the greatest assets. An ecosystem where human imagination is at the heart of every decision. Where no possibility is written off, only challenged to get better. We believe that a true Fractalite is the one who empowers imagination with intelligence. Fractal has been featured as a Great Place to Work by The Economic Times in partnership with the Great Place to Work Institute and recognized as a ‘Cool Vendor' and a ‘Vendor to Watch' by Gartner.
Please visit Fractal | Intelligence for Imagination for more information about Fractal
Position Overview:
Fractal is looking for a proactive and driven Senior Decision Scientist to join our Decision Science Consulting team in the San Francisco, CA area. In this role, you will help power measurable outcomes for leading technology organizations, leveraging cutting edge GenAI, Data Science, Engineering and Behavioral Science capabilities
This is a perfect opportunity for someone, who is looking to combine best-in-class data science and analytics skills, strong problem-solving, effective communication and thought leadership to help our clients solve their most strategic business problems
Responsibilities:
Drive business decision making by deeply analyzing clickstream and other structured data, building machine learning/ statistical models to uncover actionable insights, and developing presentations to communicate the findings and recommendations
Manage project roadmap by discussing potential analytics ideas, prioritizing based on estimated benefit vs. effort, documenting and planning for risks and blockers and periodically sharing status updates
Contribute to the analytical foundations by documenting data and business understanding, sharing knowledge with broader team and coming up with new opportunities such as automating repetitive tasks, researching and applying new approaches/ techniques and bringing in ideas from other disciplines such as consumer psychology, brand, economics, competitive analysis, etc.
Qualifications:
Bachelors or equivalent experience in statistics, computer science, engineering, informatics, data science, or related field; additional business degree is a plus
8+ years of data science/ analytics experience with demonstrable hands-on expertise
3+ years of leading complex projects working with (or supervising) analysts, data scientists, AI engineers, designers, etc.
Familiarity or natural interest towards management activities (project management, product management, team management) is strongly preferred
Excellent communication and presentation skills are a must
Strong proficiency with data manipulation is required (SQL + Python)
Strong familiarity with ML development and testing in Python is required
Must display strong learning agility to know the latest and greatest techniques across Statistics, ML and GenAI
(Preferred) Demonstrated experience working with digital marketing functions e.g. purchase funnel optimization, digital product enhancement, email/ push marketing, etc.
Hands-on experience in one, or more of the following is strongly preferred: regression, classification, clustering, time series forecasting, NLP
Familairity with Adobe Analytics and Snowflake is a plus
Salary Range: $130,000 - $155,000 (bonus and benefit eligible)
Fractal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Microbiology Technician/Associate Scientist
Research associate job in Pleasanton, CA
As a Microbiology Technician within the Advanced Measurement Sciences (AMS) department, you will be a part of a dynamic, collaborative team. The role will primarily focus on supporting the cleaning, Clorox professional and foods R&D groups. The Microbiology team operates in a new, 3,000 sq ft. state-of-the-art laboratory at the Clorox R&D campus in Pleasanton, California (San Francisco Bay Area).
The Role: The Microbiology Technician role supports critical internal R&D formulation development required to establish robust products and method development for various initiatives across Clorox's businesses. This role is responsible for the prep, execution, and data analysis of laboratory testing in conjunction with the guidance of Scientists and oversight of the Group Manager. The Microbiology Technician will work with a variety of microbes including Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Clostridioides difficile, Staphylococcus Aureus among others.
Shift- 8:00 to 4:30 or 8:30 to 5:00
Requirements:
The day-to-day activities of this role include, but are not limited to;
Executing a variety microbiological laboratory experiment in collaboration with other technicians and scientists
Collecting, evaluating, and presenting data to inform teams to enable project decisions
Supporting laboratory upkeep, maintenance, ordering of equipment and supplies, media preparation
Contributing to knowledge management practices with standardization and consistency
Effectively network internally and externally
Collaborating cross-functionally with individuals in a wide variety of disciplines and backgrounds and building effective relationships.
New test method development & validation
Preferred candidates have:
• Background in microbiology
• Experience with aseptic techniques and dilution procedures
• Quickly understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Research And Development Technician
Research associate job in Campbell, CA
Medical Device R&D Technicians
Pay $35.00 - $40.00
6 month+ assignment
Onsite in Campbell, CA
participate in developing surgical hardware that will utilize your skills in mechanical assembly, electrical cable routing, soldering mounting of circuit boards, and debugging. Your work will directly contribute to improving access to care that gives stroke patients a better chance to survive and thrive.
Demonstrated history of working on complex mechanical and electrical systems.
• HS diploma and a minimum of 8 years related experience; AA degree and a minimum of 5 years experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of assembly and calibration methods.
• A proven ability to work well in a team environment
• Must be capable of working independently and in a team while being flexible and self-motivated.
• Previous experience assembling Medical Devices in an FDA-regulated environment is preferred.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assemble complex mechanical systems that encompass hundreds of unique parts. Your expertise with precision tools will ensure the accurate placement of linear guides, rotary bearings, actuators, motors, and drive systems.
• Construct electrical cables to power drive systems and sensor architecture. This involves creating cable assembly prints, attaching electrical connectors, and troubleshooting using voltmeters and oscilloscopes. You will take a leadership role in developing optimal cable routing, documenting it through technical drawings and pictures.
• Perform electrical board bring-up, soldering of simple components or circuits, and characterization testing of electrical subsystems. Thoroughly document test results.
• Collaborate closely with engineers to develop work instructions, maintain inventory for development builds, and ensure a clean and organized build environment.
• Maintain and calibrate tools, replenish stock fasteners, and ensure organization in the development and build areas.
• Conduct long-term verification tests like mechanical life test or thermal cycling.
• Actively promote and support the Quality Management System, Quality Objectives, and Quality Policy.
• Assure that you and functional subordinates (if applicable) are trained on all applicable procedures and processes according to Good Manufacturing Practices, and applicable FDA and Regulatory requirements.
• Actively promote and support the company's Management Review process.
• Inform responsible personnel of concerns involving product quality.
Benefits (employee contribution):
Health insurance
Health savings account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Retirement plan
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act
UX Research Associate III
Research associate job in Mountain View, CA
+ Client is working on updating a design language to better meet the needs of users and align more with modern expectations. We are looking for a Quantitative User Experience Researcher to help us understand the key needs of the design language using a combination of foundational and tactical quantitative research.
**Responsibilities:**
+ As a Quantitative User Experience Researcher (Quant UXR), you'll help inform your team of UXers, product managers, and engineers about user needs.
+ You'll play a critical role in creating useful, usable, and delightful products.
+ You will investigate user behaviour and user needs using empirical research methods such as survey research and regression analyses.
+ Work with stakeholders to understand and prioritize research questions.
+ Define research approach to answering those questions.
+ Own the entire research lifecycle from research design through analysis and presentation.
**Experience:**
+ 5 years of experience in an applied research setting, or similar
+ Experience in programming languages used for data manipulation and computational statistics (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB, C++, Java, or Go)
+ Survey research design and analysis
+ Experience owning and delivering quantitative research
+ Comfortable working with a variety of stakeholders
+ Expertise in multivariate statistics and the design of experiments.
**Skills:**
+ Quantitative
+ Survey
+ Design
+ UX
+ Research
**Education:**
+ Bachelor's degree in human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, Statistics, Psychology, Anthropology, related field, or equivalent practical experience
**About US Tech Solutions:**
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit *********************** (********************************** .
US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Research Associate-II
Research associate job in San Francisco, CA
Artech is the 10th Largest IT Staffing Company in the US, according to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2012 annual report. Artech provides technical expertise to fill gaps in clients' immediate skill-sets availability, deliver emerging technology skill-sets, refresh existing skill base, allow for flexibility in project planning and execution phases, and provide budgeting/financial flexibility by offering contingent labor as a variable cost.
Job Description:
• Under general supervision, executes on assigned tasks following appropriate laboratory/technical procedures.
• Produces competent, reproduce-able results to a high technical standard.
• Makes detailed observations and analyzes data to provide an interpretation of results.
• Assists with the investigation, creation and development of methods, experiments and/or technologies for project advancement.
• Prepares technical reports, summaries, protocols, and/or quantitative analyses.
• Maintains accurate and well-organized laboratory records, worksheets and notebooks.
• Under general supervision, executes on assigned tasks following appropriate laboratory/technical procedures.
• Maintains current training requirements. Maintains compliance to company Environmental Health and Safety policies, procedures and practices.
Skills:
• Previous hands-on practical laboratory experience is required.
• Must have standard protein biochemistry skills, to prepare buffers, run SDS-PAGE gels, perform BCA assays and similar well-defined tasks.
• Must have a demonstrated working knowledge of scientific principles.
• Must be able to demonstrate good decision-making skills. Must possess good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate sound judgment.
• Must have demonstrated problem solving abilities.
• Strong organizational skills are required.
• Good computer skills are required.
• Working knowledge of MS word, Excel, Power point is a plus.
• Experience working in an FDA regulated environment is highly desired.
• Must be willing to work as part of a team and demonstrate good interpersonal skills.
Qualifications
Education:
• A minimum of a Bachelors degree in a scientific discipline is required.
• Equivalent experience may be accepted.
• A minimum of 2 years work experience in a research and/or development environment is required.
Additional Information
For more information, Please contact
Sneha Shrivastava
**************
Morristown, NJ 07960
Equity Research Associate - Biotechnology
Research associate job in San Francisco, CA
Top investment bank seeking an equity research associate to support a rising senior biotechnology analyst covering mid- and small-cap biotech companies.
Responsibilities will include:
Candidate should understand that the team is highly motivated to become top-ranked in the biotech industry
Conducting proprietary research and evaluating drug pipelines by analyzing scientific literature, attending medical conferences, and consulting industry experts
Writing research reports for initiations of coverage, deep dive data analyses, competitive landscaping, and industry/ company news
Delving into intellectual property and following patent litigation concerning pharmaceuticals
Building and maintaining financial models and powerpoint decks
Conceiving and executing on differentiated project ideas
Interfacing with company management teams, internal sales and trading personnel, and institutional investors
Key Qualifications:
1-2+ years of experience in healthcare investment research required (sell side, buy side, investment banking, etc). Must be fully licensed.
Science background required; MD or PhD preferred
Motivated to rise in the sell-side industry in the long-term
Hard-working, attention to detail, team player
Sharp analytical skills in dissecting preclinical and clinical data
Deep understanding of, or experience with, drug development and the FDA-approval process for pharmacologic treatments is desirable
High proficiency in written/verbal communication
Can type >120 words per minute
Has experience writing quality sell side reports, producing powerpoints, and creating detailed financial models (e.g. functioning three-statement models, DCFs, market models, etc)
Experience building financial models using excel is a plus
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range of $100,000 - $120,000.
Auto-ApplyResearch Associate
Research associate job in Foster City, CA
Plan and successfully execute experiments and activities to support formulation and drug product process development work packages including molecular assessment, First-in- Human formulation development, Drug Product manufacturing process development, and clinical in-use evaluations.
With general guidance, select and run or operate scientific equipment and tools such as HPLCs, UV-Vis, Client-SDS, ICIEF etc. To ensure applicable methods and techniques are followed.
Clearly, timely, and accurately document data in appropriate repositories such as lab notebooks, reports, protocols.
Analyze, interpret, draw conclusion, and present or share data from experiments executed including preparation of appropriate documents such as reports and memos.
Fully embrace a lean-agile mindset, matrix working environment, and continuous improvement.
Help support key project or department stakeholders as needed to ensure that company objects are met.
Use established data, reports and previous results to identify inappropriate variances and concerns as well as identity and report inconsistent results to manager or supervisor.
Participate in group meetings and efforts by presenting data or preparing information for others to present.
Support team initiative to drive business process excellence, scientific innovation, laboratory and work safety.