128 researcher jobs at 45 companies in Lompoc, CA

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Student Researcher, PhD, Fall 2026
Mountain View or Ann Arbor or Atlanta or Austin or Cambridge or Chicago or Irvine or Kirkland or Los Angeles or Madison or New York or Palo Alto or Pittsburgh or Goleta or San Bruno or Seattle or San Francisco or Sunnyvale or Washington D.C.
$118k-$157k/yr OnsiteInternship
Google
GoogleNASDAQ: GOOGL: Provides online search, advertising, cloud computing, and consumer electronics.
PhD student in CS or related field, research experience, proficiency in English and programming (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, C/C++); submit CV and transcript.
Python, Java, JavaScript, C, C++
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Quantum Error Correction Researcher
Santa Barbara or Redmond
$120k-$275k/yr HybridFull Time
Microsoft
MicrosoftNASDAQ: MSFT: Develops software, services, devices, and cloud computing solutions.
1+ YOEDegree in statistics, econometrics, CS, EE/CE or related plus relevant experience (options: BSc+4yrs, MSc+3yrs, PhD+1yr or equivalent); must meet Microsoft security/export screening and provide proof of citizenship or permanent residency; ability to apply AI tools and develop prototype code.
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Postdoctoral Researcher in Isotope-Enabled Regional Ocean Modeling
Santa Barbara County, California, United States
$71k-$80k/yr OnsiteFull Time
University of California
University of California: A public research university system providing education and healthcare.
PhD in physical oceanography/climate/atmospheric science required by appointment; experience with ocean/climate datasets, modeling, and supercomputing; strong communication skills.
Regional Ocean Modeling System (isoROMS)
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Research Scientist
San Jose or Santa Barbara
$150k-$350k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Alpha Design AI
Alpha Design AI: AI-native EDA platform for semiconductor design and verification.
Degree in CS/ML/EE or equivalent research experience; deep expertise in large language models, deep learning and AI agent architectures; experience with large-scale model training and productionizing research; strong Python and ML framework skills.
PyTorch, JAX, Python, Electronic Design Automation (EDA), RTL, LLMs
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Research Entomologist, Strawberry Center
San Luis Obispo, California, United States
$105k-$150k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Cal Poly Partners
Cal Poly Partners: Providing essential administrative, commercial, and research support for Cal Poly.
Ph.D. or M.S. in entomology, demonstrated independent applied research, grant writing, publishing, extension to industry, strong communication and leadership skills, and ability to obtain California PCA license and driver's license.
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Clinical Research Associate (CRA) - Oncology (Remote)
Rahway or New York or Palm Springs or San Diego or Chicago or Orange County or Santa Barbara or Santa Monica or Laguna Hills or Texas or Columbia or Kansas City or St. Louis or Santa Ana or Los Angeles
$96k-$151k/yr RemoteFull Time
Merck & Co.
Merck & Co.NYSE: MRK: Produces prescription medicines, vaccines, and animal health products.
2+ YOERequires direct site management experience (≥2 years), clinical research knowledge (ICH/GCP), good documentation and IT skills, valid driver’s license, and ability to travel extensively.
CTMS, eTMF, MS Office
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Clinical Research Coordinator - Hematology/Oncology (Santa Barbara)
Santa Barbara, California, United States
$36-$59/hr HybridFull Time
UCLA Health
UCLA Health: Provides comprehensive hospital services and academic medical research.
1+ YOEBachelor's degree or 1-3 years clinical research coordination experience; strong communication, organizational, regulatory knowledge (CFR/ICH GCP); budgeting and multitasking abilities.
Word processing, Spreadsheets, Email, Data entry, Software applications
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MUSEUM SCIENTIST ASSISTANT
Santa Barbara, California, United States
$63k-$75k/yr OnsiteFull Time
University of California
University of California: Public research university system providing academic, medical, and research services.
1+ YOEBachelor's degree in Anthropology, Native Studies, Museum Studies or related; experience with museum databases, cataloging, collections management and archiving; strong organization, research, communication, and confidentiality skills.
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Historic Structures Senior Technical Specialist
Santa Barbara, California, United States
$55-$90/hr RemoteFull Time
BKF Engineers
BKF Engineers: Provides civil engineering, surveying, and infrastructure consulting services.
10+ YOEGraduate degree in architectural history or related field; 10+ years in research/writing/teaching in American architectural history or restoration; published contributor; Master’s or Doctorate in architectural history; strong communication and leadership; driver’s license required.
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Sr. Scientist
Goleta or Milford
$99k-$165k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Waters Corporation
Waters CorporationNYSE: WAT: Provider of analytical laboratory instruments and software solutions.
Ph.D. or M.S. in a relevant field, hands‑on experience with macromolecule/nanoparticle characterization and light scattering techniques, strong experimental design and technical writing skills, willingness to travel up to 25%.
HPLC, DLS, SLS, MALS, Waters | Wyatt instruments, light scattering detectors
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Research Analyst - Promise Scholars
San Luis Obispo, California, United States
$66k-$81k/yr HybridFull Time
California State University
California State University: Public university system providing higher education and academic research.
3+ YOEBachelor's degree or equivalent and three years technical/administrative experience; expertise in data analysis, program evaluation, and translating requirements into technical solutions.
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Staff Research Associate 3
Santa Barbara, California, United States
$75k-$87k/yr HybridFull Time
University of California
University of California: A public research university system providing higher education services.
1+ YOEBachelor's in molecular biology or related field;1+ years yeast molecular biology, high-throughput cloning, and CRISPR experience;programming in Python/R;detail-oriented with lab and biosafety compliance.
Python, R, Unix, git, MAGESTIC
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Director, Research & Development Laboratory – Santa Barbara
Goleta or Santa Barbara or Nevada or Los Alamos or Livermore
$222k-$366k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Mission Support and Test Services: Manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site.
20+ YOEMaster's degree in a relevant STEM field, 20+ years of technical leadership, multidisciplinary organization management, executive communication, valid driver's license, and eligibility for DOE Q clearance.
hardware, software, cyber security
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Clinical Research Associate (CRA) - Oncology (Remote)
New Jersey or New York or Texas or Chicago or Laguna Hills or Los Angeles or Orange County or Palm Springs or San Diego or Santa Ana or Santa Barbara or Santa Monica or Columbia or Kansas City or St. Louis or Rahway or New York City
$96k-$151k/yr RemoteFull Time
Merck & Co.
Merck & Co.NYSE: MRK: Develops and manufactures prescription medicines, vaccines, and animal health products.
2+ YOEAssociate degree or certificate in a scientific or healthcare discipline plus 5 years' experience, including 2 years of site monitoring, or bachelor's degree plus 2 years of direct site management in bio/pharma or CRO.
CTMS, eTMF, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel
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Associate Director for Corporate and Public Affairs
Santa Barbara, California, United States
$90k-$105k/yr HybridFull Time
University of California, Davis
University of California, Davis: Public research university offering undergraduate and graduate education.
1+ YOEBachelor's degree or equivalent; 1–3 years experience in program management, industry engagement, research administration or communications; proficiency with Microsoft Suite; familiarity with sponsored research, IP, and technology transfer.
Microsoft Suite
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Clinical Research Physician Investigator
Santa Barbara, California, United States
$250k-$350k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Sansum Diabetes Research Institute
Sansum Diabetes Research Institute: Conducts medical research, clinical trials, and education for diabetes.
MD or DO, board certified or board eligible in endocrinology, DEA certificate, CA licensure (or ability to obtain), eligible to work in the US, interest/experience in clinical research, strong communication skills.
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R&D operations employee
Gilroy or Salinas or Santa Maria
$72k-$78k/yr FieldFull Time
Limagrain
Limagrain: International agricultural cooperative specializing in seeds and cereal products.
2+ YOEBachelor's in agricultural science, 2+ years vegetable seed/agronomy experience, field trial operations experience, valid driver's license, MS Office proficiency, US work authorization required.
MS Office
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Chemist
San Luis Obispo, California, United States
$5k-$9k/mo OnsiteFull Time
State Controller's Office
State Controller's Office: California's fiscal controller managing state financial operations and assets.
Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related scientific discipline (or equivalent coursework/experience); laboratory management, analytical chemistry, and supervisory responsibility; background checks and TB testing required.
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Assistant Scientist
Guadalupe, California, United States
$23-$29/hr OnsiteFull Time
Ball Horticultural Company: Breeds and distributes flower seeds and plants worldwide.
2+ YOEBachelor's in plant science or biology with plant lab experience, minimum 2 years lab experience, basic biology lab procedure knowledge, MS Word/Excel proficiency, strong communication and multitasking skills.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
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Space Operations Wargaming Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Lompoc, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time, Contract
Prevailance
Prevailance: Professional services providing training and operational support to the military.
5+ YOE5+ years executing military wargames, deep knowledge of space operations, ability to design/playable games, integrate MDMP, use distributed training/simulation tools, and translate technical content for military audiences.
Tabletop Seminar, Role-Based Tabletop Simulation, Distributed Operations Simulation, Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP)