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4pconsultinginc

Land Research Specialist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Environmental Impact Research: Investigate environmental conditions (soil, flood zones, hazardous materials) that may impact land use. * Market & Valuation Analysis: Research market trends, land ...

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Data Research Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

The role will focus on executing high-impact research initiatives and delivering insights that inform decision-making, create better guest experiences, and drive innovation. The contractor is ...

Donor Network West

Research Assistant

Bodega Bay, CA

$19.75/hr

The results of these studies, and the conclusion generated, will impact research plans and advancement decisions on experimental materials. * Presents project reviews before colleagues and peers.

Clera

Research Engineer, Benchmarks

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$150K - $250K/yr

Opportunity for significant early-stage equity and career growth within a high-impact, research-driven team. Location This is a full-time, on-site position in San Francisco, CA . Candidates must be ...

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How much do impact research jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for impact research in the United States is $58,746.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $70,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an impact researcher, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Impact Researcher, you need strong analytical skills, a background in social sciences or related fields, and experience in research methodologies. Familiarity with data analysis software (such as R, SPSS, or STATA), survey design tools, and sometimes certifications in impact evaluation are typically required. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and collaboration skills help convey findings and work effectively with stakeholders. These competencies are essential to accurately assess program outcomes and inform decision-making for organizations seeking to maximize their social or environmental impact.

How does an impact researcher typically collaborate with program teams to evaluate project effectiveness?

Impact Researchers work closely with program teams to design evaluation frameworks, collect relevant data, and interpret results to assess the effectiveness of various initiatives. This collaboration often involves regular meetings to align on objectives, share findings, and adjust methodologies based on program needs. By fostering open communication and providing evidence-based insights, Impact Researchers help ensure that projects are both impactful and continuously improved. This teamwork is essential for translating research into actionable recommendations that drive organizational success.

What is the difference between Impact Research vs Data Analyst?

AspectImpact ResearchData Analyst
Required CredentialsMaster's or PhD in social sciences, research methodsBachelor's or Master's in statistics, data science, or related fields
Work EnvironmentResearch institutions, NGOs, government agenciesCorporate, consulting firms, government agencies
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in policy, social impact studies, nonprofit sectorsUsed in business analytics, market research, data-driven decision making

Impact Research and Data Analysts both analyze data, but Impact Research focuses on evaluating social or policy impacts, often requiring advanced research skills and qualitative methods. Data Analysts primarily handle large datasets to generate insights for business or operational decisions. While their skills overlap, Impact Research emphasizes social impact evaluation, whereas Data Analysts focus on data processing and reporting.

What is impact research?

Impact research is the systematic study and evaluation of the effects that programs, policies, or interventions have on individuals, communities, or broader systems. It aims to assess whether an initiative achieves its intended outcomes and to what extent it creates meaningful, measurable change. Impact researchers use a variety of methods such as surveys, interviews, and data analysis to gather evidence and inform decision-making. Their work helps organizations understand what works, improve approaches, and demonstrate accountability to stakeholders.
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Infographic showing various Impact Research job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 29% Internship, 43% Full Time, 14% Temporary, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 72% In-person, 14% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,746 per year, or $28.2 per hour.

Research Scientist, Simulation Agents

Waabi

San Francisco, CA • On-site, Remote

$158K - $269K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Waabi, founded by AI visionary Raquel Urtasun, is the leader in Physical AI. With a world-class team, we're unlocking the next era of autonomous transportation with technology that's powering commercial autonomous trucks and robotaxis. Waabi is backed by and partners with world leaders in AI, automotive, logistics, and deep tech.

With offices in Toronto, San Francisco, Dallas, and Pittsburgh, Waabi is growing quickly and looking for diverse, innovative and collaborative candidates who want to impact the world in a positive way. To learn more visit: www.waabi.ai

The Behaviors team at Waabi develops cutting-edge simulation agents and scenario generation algorithms for Waabi World, our simulation platform. As a Research Scientist on the Behaviors team, you will work closely with our multidisciplinary team of research scientists and engineers to invent the next generation of models and algorithms that power Waabi World. Your work will define the scenarios that push our self-driving system to its limits, generate the training signal that makes them better, and form a core pillar of our scientific safety case to put them on the road.
 
You will...
-  Own and pursue a research agenda to develop realistic and controllable simulation agents.
- Advance the state-of-the-art in imitation learning, reinforcement learning, generative models, foundation models, planning and search, and other related areas for simulation agents.
- Collaborate with our simulation, autonomy, and safety teams to define high-impact research problems, ship solutions into production, and drive progress towards Waabi's milestones.
- Mentor junior scientists and interns; foster a culture of scientific rigor and rapid experimentation.
- Publish high-impact research at top-tier conferences in machine learning or robotics.
 
Qualifications:
- Masters/PhD in machine learning, computer science, engineering, or a related field.
- Strong background in imitation learning and/or reinforcement learning.
- Publications in top-tier conferences or journals related to machine learning or robotics.
- Proficiency with modern ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Jax.
 
Bonus:
- Experience in self-driving, traffic simulation, or a related field.
- Proven ability to take research from prototype to production systems.
- Strong software engineering skills, including experience with large-scale training or simulation.

The US yearly salary range for this role is: $158,000 - $269,000 USD in addition to competitive perks & benefits. Waabi US Inc.'s yearly salary ranges are determined based on several factors in accordance with the Company's compensation practices. The salary base range is reflective of the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Note: The Company provides additional compensation for employees in this role, including equity incentive awards and an annual performance bonus.


Perks/Benefits:
- Competitive compensation and equity awards.
- Health and Wellness benefits encompassing Medical, Dental and Vision coverage (for full-time employees only).
- Unlimited Vacation.
- Flexible hours and Work from Home support.
- Daily drinks, snacks and catered meals (when in office).
- Regularly scheduled team building activities and social events both on-site, off-site & virtually.
- As we grow, this list continues to evolve! 

Waabi is a technology start-up building technologies to transform the way the world moves. Join our talented team to be a part of the future and to make an impact!

Waabi is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all our employees. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, caregiver status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We make workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please let our recruiting team know.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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