63 social researcher jobs at 38 companies in Berkeley, CA

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User Researcher
San Mateo, California, United States
$159k-$193k/yr HybridFull Time
Roblox
RobloxNYSE: RBLX: Platform for creating and playing user-generated 3D digital experiences.
4+ YOE4+ years as a UX or product researcher; degree or equivalent experience in a social science field; mixed-methods expertise; strong qualitative, quantitative, analytical, collaboration, and communication skills.
Qualtrics, SQL, SPSS, R, Python
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Assistant or Associate Researcher - Berkeley School of Education
Berkeley, California, United States
$97k-$152k/yr OnsiteFull Time, Temporary
University of California
University of California: A public research university system providing education and healthcare.
3+ YOERequired PhD or equivalent and 3+ years of post-PhD research experience; preferred social science background, childcare research, large datasets, quasi-experimental methods, geocoded data, publications, and grant proposals.
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Interdisciplinary Researcher, Project Unleaded
Stanford, California, United States
$100k-$124k/yr HybridFull Time
Stanford University
Stanford University: A private research university providing higher education and research.
5+ YOEGraduate degree in a relevant social science or equivalent and 5+ years experience; expert subject knowledge, supervisory experience, IRB familiarity, fieldwork and sampling experience, strong analytical and communication skills.
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Principal Computer Vision Researcher - Advanced Technology Group
Sunnyvale, California, United States
$239k-$293k/yr HybridFull Time
Dolby Laboratories
Dolby LaboratoriesNYSE: DLB: Develops audio and video signal processing and compression technologies.
8+ YOEPhD plus 8+ years corporate research experience in imaging or related fields; expertise in image sensors, camera signal processing, AI/ML, publications/patents, GPU/SoC deployment, and C/C++/Python prototyping; leadership experience.
C, C++, Python, GPU, CPU, SoC
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Security Researcher (Detection Systems)
Sunnyvale, California, United States
$150k-$250k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Cylake
Cylake: Developing an AI-native cybersecurity platform for sovereign environments.
5+ YOE5+ years building large-scale threat analysis or detection solutions, or a relevant Ph.D.; expertise in threat hunting, malware, vulnerability analysis, reverse engineering, or offensive security; strong Python proficiency.
Python, C, C++, Rust, Go, MITRE ATT&CK, EDR, XDR, SOC, IDS, IPS, LLMs
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Technical AI Policy Researcher, Model Behaviour - Trust and Safety
San Francisco, California, United States
$94k-$220k/yr OnsiteFull Time
TikTok
TikTok: Global short-form video hosting and social media platform.
5+ YOE5+ years in trust & safety or AI policy/governance, degree in CS/HCI/Engineering/Data Science/quantitative social sciences, policy development and red-teaming experience, strong LLM and model-risk knowledge, stakeholder engagement skills.
Python
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Social Insights & Research Lead (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)
San Francisco, California, United States
$150k-$230k/yr HybridFull Time
Canva
Canva: Online graphic design platform for creating and editing visual content.
8+ YOE8+ years in social listening, market research, or consumer insights; hands-on with Meltwater or Sprout Social; skilled in qual and quant research, survey design, concept testing, data analysis, and data storytelling.
Meltwater, Sprout Social, Slack
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Social Media & Community Manager
San Francisco, California, United States
$120k-$160k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Center for AI Safety
Center for AI Safety: Conducts research and advocacy to mitigate AI risks.
5+ YOE5+ years managing brand/creator social accounts, strong writing to translate technical research, native platform fluency, community-building instinct, exceptional judgment and autonomy.
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Social Insights & Research Lead (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)
San Francisco or Sydney
$150k-$230k/yr HybridFull Time, Temporary
Canva
Canva: Cloud-based visual communication and graphic design software platform.
8+ YOE8+ years in social listening, market research, or consumer insights; experience with social listening tools, qualitative and quantitative research, data analysis, storytelling, social platforms, cross-functional marketing, and AI workflows.
Meltwater, Sprout Social, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, X, Reddit, Slack
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Sr. Paid Search & Paid Social Strategist
New York City or Charlotte or Seattle or San Francisco
$110k-$120k/yr HybridFull Time
Sia
Sia: Provide management and AI consulting for business transformation.
5+ YOERequires 5+ years managing paid search, hands-on Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and Meta expertise, keyword research, dashboard reporting, conversion tracking, multimillion-dollar budgets, analytics, automation, and A/B testing.
Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, Reddit, Google Keyword Planner, Microsoft Advertising Intelligence, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Looker Studio, Supermetrics, GA4, Google Tag Manager, Apple Search Ads, Google UAC, SA360, Skai, Marin, CRM, A/B testing
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AI Research Engineer - Social Products (Technical Leadership)
Bellevue or Menlo Park or Seattle or New York
$219k-$301k/yr HybridFull Time
Meta
MetaNASDAQ: META: Develops social networking platforms and virtual reality technologies.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree in CS/CE or related field; 5+ years inApplied AI; experience with large-scale model training and evaluating speech-based systems.
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Lecturer Pool for Department of Social Work (AY 26-27)
East Bay, California, United States
$6k-$15k/yr HybridPart Time, Temporary
California State University
California State University: Public university system providing higher education and academic research.
2+ YOEPart-time temporary lecturer pool; MSW required for practice courses; PhD in Social Welfare or related field for research courses; university teaching experience preferred.
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Social Scientist/Biological Scientist/Physical Scientist
Salt Lake City or Seattle or Phoenix or Los Angeles or San Francisco or Denver or Washington or Miami or Atlanta or Chicago or Indianapolis or New Orleans or Boston or Minneapolis or Kansas City or Albuquerque or New York or Oklahoma City or Portland or Austin
$126k-$164k/yr OnsiteFull Time, Temporary
USDA Forest Service
USDA Forest Service: Manages and protects the nation's national forests and grasslands.
1+ YOEBachelor's-level science education or equivalent experience and one year of specialized experience at GS-13 level in scientific guidance, national programs, project planning, prioritization, and stakeholder engagement.
E-Verify, Microsoft Word
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Community Organizer
Oakland or Garden Grove
$34-$36/hr HybridFull Time
Resilient Strategies
Resilient Strategies: Backend operational infrastructure for social justice movement organizations.
3+ YOE3+ years related experience, commitment to social justice, bilingual Vietnamese background preferred, experience with research and database/office software, strong communication and organizational skills.
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Content Writer & Social Media Intern
San Jose, California, United States
OnsiteInternship
Plasiv
Plasiv: Manufacturing intelligence platform for the electronics industry.
Exceptional writing, ability to explain technical concepts, research and critical thinking, familiarity with HTML/CMS, comfort using AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude), analytics (GA4, LinkedIn Analytics), and collaboration with product and design.
GA4, LinkedIn Analytics, ChatGPT, Claude, HTML, CMS, Figma, Canva
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Staff Research Associate II
San Francisco, California, United States
$25-$41/hr OnsiteFull Time
NCIRE - The Veterans Health Research Institute
NCIRE - The Veterans Health Research Institute: Conducts biomedical research to improve health outcomes for Veterans.
2+ YOEBachelor’s in psychology, neuroscience, biology, public health, social work; 2–3 years in research/clinical trials; strong organization and communication; experience with psychophysiology, sleep, and data analysis preferred.
Biopac, Lab Streaming Layer, MATLAB, Python, R, EEG, actigraphy, EDA, EMG, HR, HRV, facial coding, remote PPG from video
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Clinical Research Coordinator HEMOC
San Francisco, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time
UCSF Health
UCSF Health: Academic medical center providing advanced patient care and research.
HS diploma or equivalent; experience in clinical or social science research; strong attention to detail, communication, and multitasking; experience with EMR and data management; familiarity with CHR/iMEDris preferred; certifications (SoCRA/ACRP) preferred.
Access, Stata, SASS, SPSS, Teleform, Committee of Human Research (CHR) online iMEDris system, Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Microsoft Office
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PROJECT POLICY ANL 2 RP
San Francisco or Oakland or San Francisco
$85k/yr HybridFull Time
University of California, San Francisco
University of California, San Francisco: Public research university dedicated to health sciences and education.
1+ YOERequires 1+ year related experience, analytical and research skills, communication, confidentiality, sound judgment, multitasking, and commitment to social justice; data analysis and underserved-population experience preferred.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, REDCap
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Moral, Political, or Social Philosophy - Senior Rank Faculty Position in Philosophy
Stanford, California, United States
$129k-$256k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Stanford University
Stanford University: Provides higher education, scientific research, and clinical healthcare.
Ph.D. in Philosophy or related field, demonstrated world-class research program, commitment to teaching and mentoring, ability to teach graduate and undergraduate courses, submit cover letter/CV/research and teaching statement.
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Teaching Assistant I - Psys 511 Social &. Personality Psychology
Palo Alto, California, United States
$20/hr OnsitePart Time, Temporary
Palo Alto University
Palo Alto University: Provides higher education and research in psychology and counseling.
Currently enrolled PAU student in good standing; bachelor\u0002s degree or equivalent; advanced subject knowledge; strong communication, interpersonal, and classroom management skills; ability to apply research techniques.
Canvas