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How much do science engagement jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for science engagement in California is $76,778.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,300.00 and $92,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Science Engagement professional?

A Science Engagement professional typically spends their days developing and delivering educational programs or workshops, creating accessible science content for diverse audiences, and organizing community outreach events. They also collaborate closely with scientists, educators, and public relations teams to ensure scientific information is accurately communicated and engaging. The role may involve managing social media channels, designing interactive exhibits, and evaluating program effectiveness. This dynamic work environment offers opportunities to make a direct impact on public science literacy and foster meaningful connections between scientific organizations and the community.

What is a Science Engagement job?

A Science Engagement job involves communicating scientific concepts to diverse audiences, fostering public interest, and promoting understanding of science. Professionals in this field work in education, media, museums, outreach programs, and policy-making organizations. They design interactive experiences, create content, and collaborate with scientists and educators to make complex topics accessible. The goal is to bridge the gap between scientific research and the public, encouraging informed decision-making and curiosity.

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

To thrive in Science Engagement, you generally need a background in science communication, public outreach, or education, often supported by a degree in a scientific discipline or science communication. Experience with digital engagement platforms, event planning tools, and possibly certifications in public engagement or communication are beneficial. Exceptional interpersonal skills, creativity, and the ability to simplify complex concepts make someone stand out in this role. These skills ensure effective public understanding of scientific topics, facilitate community involvement, and support institutional science objectives.

What job categories do people searching Science Engagement jobs in California look for? The top searched job categories for Science Engagement jobs in California are:
Infographic showing various Science Engagement job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 76% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,778 per year, or $36.9 per hour.

Lead Marketing Science Analyst - Retail Media

Albertsons

Pleasanton, CA

$95K - $123K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Albertsons rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 1,153 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

62nd of 122 rated grocery stores


Job description

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

As a Lead on the Marketing Science Engagement team, you will be part of a fast-growing team and key subject matter expert to the national Client Success and Media teams at Albertsons Media Collective.
The MarSci Engagement team is the analytics center of excellence that provides pre-campaign audience targeting recommendations, data driven storytelling for holistic campaign performance, best in class client consultations, and serves as the business stakeholder to support innovative enhancements for the Albertsons Media Collective.

The position is in office 4 days per week and will be based in Pleasanton CA, Boise ID, Itasca IL, NYC
Main responsibilities:

  • Marketing Science Engagement Leadership
    • Manage and execute end-to-end Reporting & Measurement projects, data collection, analysis, and insight generation.
    • Ensure methodologies align with company standards and industry best practices in incrementality, attribution, and ROI analysis.
    • Partner cross-functionally with sales, product, engineering, and client success teams.
  • Team Management & Mentorship
    • Support a team of analysts, setting priorities, guiding technical work, and ensuring skill development.
    • Review deliverables for quality, accuracy, and client readiness.
    • Foster a culture of curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
  • Client Engagement
    • Own the full end to end analytics process during a campaign lifecycle from pre-campaign audience targeting recommendations, to data QA while the campaign is live to providing actionable insights and recommendations upon the completion of the campaign.
    • Serve as a measurement subject-matter expert in client meetings, translating data into actionable recommendations.
    • Utilize your knowledge of analytics and statistics to draw insights and interpret complex data to tell a story in a way that is easy for business leaders to understand.
    • Collaborate with account teams to integrate measurement into client success strategies.
    • Develop and present insights in visually compelling and business-relevant formats.

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

  • Analytics & Statistics: Proficiency in A/B testing, experimental design, regression modeling, and causal inference.
  • Tools: Strong SQL and Excel skills; proficiency in Python or R; experience with BI tools such as Tableau, Looker, or Power BI.
  • Retail Media Knowledge: Understanding of ecommerce, retail data, loyalty programs, and ad platform metrics.
  • Communication: Ability to distill technical results into compelling business narratives for non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to work cross functionally with internal and external stakeholders across multiple teams.

We believe the successful candidate has these qualifications and experience:

  • 5–7 years in analytics, marketing science, or measurement, with at least 2 years in a leadership or team lead capacity.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Data Science, or related field; advanced degree a plus.

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

  • Competitive wages paid weekly
  • Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
  • Associate discounts
  • Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
  • Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
  • Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
  • An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

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