Top 14 Research associate Jobs in Sacramento Ca

Research Associate I (ISR)
University Enterprises, Inc. —Sacramento, CA
- $23.78 - $35.68 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Spanish
- Management
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Assistant Research Scientist, Bioprocessing & Formulation
ProFarm —Davis, CA
- $70,304 - $80,200 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Bachelor of Science
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Research Associate, Analytical Development (Contract)
Orca Bio —Sacramento, CA
- $24 - $30 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Commercial
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Senior Research Assistant
Denver Health —Davis, CA
- $21.83 - $30.56 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Hospital
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Academic Research Scientist/Assistant/Associate/Professor
University of California, Davis —Sacramento, CA
- $80,800 - $220,900 a year
- Online Application
- Medicine
- Residential
- University
12d
Graduate Student Assistant - Research Technologist Enforcement Division (Remote)
University Enterprises, Inc. —Sacramento, CA
- $27.31 - $33.52 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Background check
- Computer Science
- 3 years
- Work from home
Assistant Research Scientist, Chemistry
ProFarm —Davis, CA
- $70,304 - $73,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Assistant Project Scientist - Orthopaedic Research
University of California, Davis —Sacramento, CA
- $77,100 - $98,900 a year
- Medicine
- Mid-level
- University
Research Assistant / Network Administrator / Data Survey (Remote)
Qureos Inc —Sacramento, CA
- Remote
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Analysis skills
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Assistant Project Scientist – UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA Pavement Research Center
University of California, Davis —Davis, CA
- $97,000 - $124,300 a year
- Civil engineering
- 3 years
- University
Assistant Project Scientist – Pavement Research Center (UCDAVIS)
University of California, Davis —Davis, CA
- $97,000 - $124,300 a year
- Civil engineering
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy

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Research Associate I (ISR)

University Enterprises, Inc. -
Sacramento, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$23.78 - $35.68 an hour
5 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Work from home
Retirement plan
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Statistics
Quantitative applied research
Writing skills
Research project design
Database management
Interview research
Research findings presentation
Survey and questionnaire facilitation
Data analysis software

Full Job Description

Institute for Social Research (ISR) is a growing, interdisciplinary applied research center situated at Sacramento State's Downtown School. With a rich 35-year history, ISR specializes in conducting program evaluations and research studies for state and local agencies, community organizations, private foundations, and academic institutions. Comprised of 18 professional staff and student research assistants, ISR’s mission is to be a public research partner to those organizations and agencies who are working to improve the lives of residents across the greater Sacramento region. https://www.csus.edu/center/institute-social-research/services-clients.html

Broad Scope & Function

The Research Associate I is responsible for conducting a variety of research tasks for clients of ISR. This includes conceptualizing the research problem, developing appropriate measures and instruments (questionnaires, interviews, observational schedules), supervising data collection and data entry, outlining and executing analysis, including applying appropriate statistical tests, designing tables and graphics for the display of results, and assisting in writing research reports.

Reporting Relationship

The position reports directly to and receives general supervision from the Associate Director of the Institute for Social Research. The position provides work direction to ISR staff/students in relation to tasks under the incumbent’s direction. May receive work direction from the Finance & Business Operations Manager and other ISR staff in the performance of tasks under that person’s direction.

Salary

Full range: $23.78-$35.68 per year ($49,462-$74,214 per year)

Benefits

UEI contribution to a TIAA retirement plan after one year of service
Paid Vacation Time
Paid Sick Time
Paid Holidays – 14 paid holidays per year including paid time off the week between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day as the CSUS campus is closed
Excellent medical benefits – 100% employer-paid medical & dental for employee-only coverage and low cost for family coverage
Educational Assistance Program for employees and/or dependents
Discounted membership to The WELL, Sacramento State’s on-campus fitness center

Application Instructions

This position closes to new applicants on August 2, 2026 . Your application will be reviewed after this date.

Please include the following with your application:

Cover letter
Resume

If this document is not included, your application materials will not be considered. Please include your employment history in the “Employment Experience” section of your application in addition to submitting your resume.

Conditions of Employment

The selected candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States. University Enterprises, Inc. is not a sponsoring agency (i.e. H-1B Visa).

This position is a full-time, non-exempt (eligible for overtime pay), benefited position, with a defined contribution retirement plan through TIAA. (The position is not covered under the California Public Employees’ Retirement System.) Continued employment in this position is dependent upon funding and the mutual consent of University Enterprises and the employee, and either University Enterprises or the employee, can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause. Program continuation is contingent upon funding.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assists with literature reviews and consultation with subject matter specialists in developing the scope and conduct of studies and identifying appropriate resources and data.

Assists with the construction of questionnaires, interview schedules, and coding manuals needed to obtain primary and secondary data. This includes outlining the logic of question sets, writing questions, defining, and formatting response categories.

Establishes methods and procedures for data collection and management. Devises coding manuals, outlines the data analysis, including data tabulation and summary procedures, appropriate statistics, and the structure of tabled outcomes.

Analyzes, interprets, and synthesizes research results.

Presents periodic oral and written reports on the status of research projects under this person’s direction.

Assists in writing research reports, summarizing the results and inferring policy outcomes suggested by the data.

Assigns and monitors the work, performance, and efficiency of student and staff employees on tasks under the incumbent’s direction.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, Public Policy, Public Health, or related social science discipline or the equivalent combination of education and research experience.

Demonstrated understanding of questionnaire and interview construction and knowledge of applied research design.

Demonstrated experience with computer software programs for statistical analysis and database management.

Demonstrated understanding of statistical and data processing techniques as they are applied in social science research.

Demonstrated analytical skills and the ability to understand, review and analyze information to find underlying details.

Ability to manage multiple tasks with competing timelines and deliverables.

Excellent attention to detail, problem solving skills, and ability to work independently.

Excellent writing skills with the ability to orally present/recommend findings suggested by the data.

Must be fingerprinted and pass a background check. Must continue to meet the established standards.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in a related social science discipline.

Bilingual in English and Spanish (or another language).

Demonstrated experience in quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and research designs.

Demonstrated experience with computer software programs for data analysis, database management, and survey administration . (e.g., NVivo, ArcGIS, SPSS, Stata, R, Qualtrics, CATI.)

Physical Requirements

With or without reasonable accommodation: Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, scanners, and fax machines. Limited travel is possible.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office environment; regular contact with staff, campus community, the public, and other agencies. Limited travel is possible.

Work Schedule

40 hours per week
Monday-Friday
8:00am-5:00pm
Eligible for work from home for up to three days per week with supervisor approval.

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research associate jobs in sacramento ca

Research Associate I (ISR)

Assistant Research Scientist, Bioprocessing & Formulation

Research Associate, Analytical Development (Contract)

Senior Research Assistant

Academic Research Scientist/Assistant/Associate/Professor

Graduate Student Assistant - Research Technologist Enforcement Division (Remote)

Assistant Research Scientist, Chemistry

Assistant Project Scientist - Orthopaedic Research

Research Assistant / Network Administrator / Data Survey (Remote)

Assistant Project Scientist – UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA Pavement Research Center

Assistant Project Scientist – Pavement Research Center (UCDAVIS)

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