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We offer a survey data analysis platform that allows market researchers, analysts, and marketers to ... assist in diagnosing and fixing system failures quickly when they occur Qualifications Required ...

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Assistant Professor of Biomechanics

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$6.2K - $13K/mo

Assistant Professor of Biomechanics Effective Date : August 17, 2027 (Fall Semester) Salary Range ... MATLAB, Python, R) * Experience maintaining software and hardware related to biomechanics research

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What is the difference between Python Research Assistant vs Data Analyst?

AspectPython Research AssistantData Analyst
Required SkillsPython programming, research methods, data collectionData analysis, visualization, statistical tools
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, academic institutions, research projectsBusiness settings, corporate offices, data-driven departments
Common EmployersUniversities, research institutes, non-profitsCorporations, consulting firms, government agencies

The main difference between a Python Research Assistant and a Data Analyst lies in their focus. Python Research Assistants primarily support research projects using Python for data collection and analysis within academic or research settings. Data Analysts, on the other hand, work in business environments analyzing data to inform decision-making. While both roles require Python skills, Python Research Assistants emphasize research methodologies, whereas Data Analysts focus on business insights and reporting.

Do research assistants get paid a lot?

Research assistants, including those working in Python research roles, typically earn wages that vary based on experience, education, and location. Entry-level positions often pay hourly wages, while more experienced research assistants or those with specialized skills in programming and data analysis can earn higher salaries or stipends, especially in academic or research institutions. Overall, pay is generally moderate and reflects the level of technical expertise required for the role.

Which Python research assistant job is in demand?

Python research assistant roles are in demand across industries such as technology, academia, and healthcare, especially for positions requiring data analysis, machine learning, and scripting skills. These jobs often require proficiency in Python libraries like Pandas, NumPy, and TensorFlow, and may involve working with large datasets or developing algorithms. Demand is higher for roles that combine programming expertise with domain-specific knowledge and strong analytical skills.

What cities in California are hiring for Python Research Assistant jobs?

Cities in California with the most Python Research Assistant job openings:

Infographic showing various Python Research Assistant job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Staff Research Associate

San Francisco, CA • On-site

University of California San Francisco
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 10K+ employees
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Job description


This Staff Research Assistant 1 (SRA1) will be heavily involved in performing physiological studies, tissue dissection and processing, cellular and tissue analyses, and data analysis to quantify results in association with a project devoted to understanding the heterogeneous responses to GLP-1 receptor agonists across multiple traits and in the context of genetic diversity. In doing this work, the individual will be performing in vivo tests of glucose and energy homeostasis in mouse models of diet-induced obesity, delivering GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs to animals undergoing these tests, and performing western blotting, molecular biology analyses, ELISA, cell culture, transcriptional assessments, and histological techniques. Beyond this, the individual will assist in carrying out experiments probing fatty liver, adipose tissue formation, and molecular underpinnings of type 2 diabetes in the context of ER stress in support of the Koliwad Lab's research program.
Responsibilities
of time
Essential Function (Yes/No)
Key Responsibilities
(To be completed by Supervisor)
50%
Yes
Mouse work: maintenance and husbandry, serving as point person for management of mouse study cohorts, including administering specific drugs and nutrients both orally and by injection, mouse genotyping, and metabolic testing including those needed to measure glucose, insulin, and pyruvate tolerance as well as those needed to measure food intake and energy balance
30%
YesMolecular biology techniques: assisting with surgeries and tissue analyses, and the performance of PCR, western blot, histological analyses, cell sorting, microscopy, and image analysis. Experience/understanding of tissue culture, molecular cloning, and basic bioinformatic analysis tools is of added value
20%
Yes
Record-keeping and general laboratory maintenance, including setting up the lab, ordering and stocking supplies, and coordinating equipment maintenance.
  • Attendance at trainings and seminars to advance the understanding of the individual's projects and career development• ordering supplies/reagents/ equipment
  • Organizing lab gatherings including lab meetings and journal clubs.
  • Managing laboratory protocols and approvals (mouse care protocol, bio-safety protocol, and chemical inventory).

100
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Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
  • BA/BS degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology or related sciences, and knowledge of, or experience with, the basic techniques or methods required by the position; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Experience with basic biochemical assays, tissue culture, molecular biology techniques, high-throughput sequencing, programming such as python/R, histology and basic animal handling experience (may be that which is acquired while in school).
  • Methodological knowledge on how to optimize the molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and cellular assays to be performed
  • Mouse handling and colony management

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Basic skills in statistical analysis and the use of relevant statistical software.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of molecular cloning.
  • Knowledge of mouse genetics and husbandry.
  • Basic mammalian tissue culture techniques.
  • Basic understanding of trouble-shooting experiments and problem solving.
  • Basic understanding of tissue sectioning, histology, staining and imaging.
  • Preparation of scientific figures using Power Point, Adobe Illustrator, and/or similar programs.

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