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Booz Allen Hamilton

IT Project Manager

Monterey, CA · On-site

$109K - $129K/yr

We're looking for someone like you, a senior program leader that can oversee a divers e portfolio of research and data science initiatives supporting Army customers. This role is responsible for end ...

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As of Jul 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for research diver in the United States is $29.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $35.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Research Diver do?

A Research Diver conducts underwater scientific investigations, collects data, and assists in marine research projects. Their work often involves tasks like surveying marine life, monitoring environmental conditions, and collecting biological or geological samples. They may collaborate with scientists, government agencies, or conservation groups to support research on coral reefs, marine ecosystems, or underwater archaeology. Research Divers must be trained in scuba diving techniques and often hold certifications in scientific diving. Their work is crucial for understanding and protecting aquatic environments.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Research Diver?

As a Research Diver, your daily tasks typically include planning and executing underwater surveys, collecting biological or environmental samples, documenting findings through photography or videography, and maintaining diving equipment. You may also assist in setting up underwater experiments and recording detailed notes or measurements for later analysis. Collaboration with a diverse research team, including scientists and marine technicians, is common to ensure that projects run smoothly and safely. Days often begin with safety briefings and equipment checks before fieldwork, followed by data entry and discussions about findings once dives are completed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Research Diver position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Research Diver, you need advanced scuba diving skills, a solid understanding of marine science or a related field, and physical fitness, typically supported by commercial or scientific diving certification. Familiarity with underwater survey equipment, sampling devices, GPS technology, and data recording systems is essential. Strong observational skills, attention to detail, adaptability, and effective communication are important soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities ensure accurate data collection, safety, and efficient teamwork in often challenging underwater environments.

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Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant - Research and Development

Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant - Research and Development

ZS

South San Francisco, CA • On-site

$160K - $177K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you'll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.
Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant
ZS's Insights & Analytics group partners with clients to design and deliver solutions to help them tackle a broad range of business challenges. Our teams work on multiple projects simultaneously, leveraging advanced data analytics and problem-solving techniques. Our recommendations and solutions are based on rigorous research and analysis underpinned by deep expertise and thought leadership.
Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant
Strategy Insights & Planning Consultants deliver high-quality solutions for our clients. Consultants possess unstructured problem-solving skills as well as strong analytic, synthesis and communication skills. Consultants may work on multiple projects simultaneously. As Consultants advance in their career, they specialize in a particular industry, practice area and/or client relationship.
What You'll Do:
  • Work with project leadership to define project scope and develop approach.
  • Research and Development or drug discovery experience desired.
  • Consulting experience from Deloitte, EY, PwC, KPMG or other similar firms.
  • Lead project task execution by ensuring progress, organizing project data and coordinating team meetings.
  • Conduct issue analysis and develop hypotheses on the key client issues.
  • Design and execute qualitative and/or quantitative analyses to test and analyze hypotheses.
  • Synthesize findings, develop recommendations, and communicate results to clients and internal teams.
  • Provide thought leadership and innovation within projects and practice areas.
  • Participate in business development.
  • Contribute to internal firm activities.
  • Coach and mentor junior team members.

What You'll Bring:
  • MBA with bachelor's (and often graduate) degrees with a strong academic record in business, economics, marketing, psychology, physical or life sciences, engineering, applied math, statistics, or related fields. Alternately, candidates may possess a PhD in marketing, economics, decision sciences or related field with a business application. In lieu of an MBA or PhD, 5-8 years of relevant work experience may substitute.
  • Up to 3 years of post-MBA relevant work experience, and 3-5 years of pre-MBA work experience.
  • High motivation, good work ethic, maturity and personal initiative.
  • Aptitude for, and enjoyment of, leading and managing teams.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills that enable personal impact with senior-level decision makers.
  • Strong attention to detail, with a quality-focused mindset.
  • Analytic problem-solving skills, with a creative and innovative outlook;
  • Client service orientation
  • Fluency in English
  • Client-first mentality
  • Intense work ethic
  • Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach

How you'll grow:
  • Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
  • Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
  • Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Perks & Benefits:
At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well-being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills-building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in United States, visit ZS US office locations | Where we work | ZS.
Hybrid working model:
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.
Travel:
Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems-the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.
If you're eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.
ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.
To complete your application:
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.
NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE.
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www.zs.com
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Industry

Business management consulting

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Evanston, IL, US

Year founded

1983

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