Remote Research Data Scientist Jobs

Remote Research Data Scientist jobs are open across the U.S. in technology, healthcare, finance, and academic research, at remote-first companies and distributed teams ranging from early-career positions to principal researcher roles. Employers hiring remotely right now include CVS Health, Alvarez & Marsal, and Netflix. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles252+
Top employerCVS Health
Top industryTechnology
Top credentialMaster's
Companies hiring100+

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INSPYR Solutions
UX Researcher
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INSPYR Solutions
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UX Researcher
INSPYR Solutions
Remote
Data Science & Analytics
Data Science
Data Analytics
$30.00 - $80.00/hr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Part-Time Customer Service Representative & Researcher
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Part-Time Customer Service Representative & Researcher
ITNPortland, Dignified transportation for seniors
Maine
Customer Service & Support
Customer Service
Remote (US)

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Applied Sport Scientist & Researcher
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Applied Sport Scientist & Researcher
Company
Sparks, Maryland
$60k - $75k/yr
Remote (US)
Certification

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Colorado State University
AI for DA Researcher
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Colorado State University
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AI for DA Researcher
Colorado State University
Boulder, Colorado
$32 - $37/hr
Remote (US)
Master's
5,001-10,000

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Linda Werner & Associates, Inc.
Quantitative - Mixed Method UX Researcher IV (Consumer Insights)
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Linda Werner & Associates, Inc.
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Quantitative - Mixed Method UX Researcher IV (Consumer Insights)
Linda Werner & Associates, Inc.
San Francisco, California
Product Management
Remote (US)
2-10

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Remote Research Data Scientist Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • CVS Health
    CVS Health30
  • Alvarez & Marsal
    Alvarez & Marsal26
  • Netflix
    Netflix9
  • Geisinger
    Geisinger6
  • The Clear Fund
    The Clear Fund6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software57
  • Healthcare & Medical Services45
  • Consulting & Professional Services37
  • Investment & Asset Management29
  • Accounting & Auditing26

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote research data scientist jobs.

  • PhD or Master's degree in statistics, computer science, machine learning, or a related quantitative field
  • Proficiency in Python and experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
  • Strong background in statistical modeling, experimental design, and causal inference
  • Experience publishing or presenting research findings internally or at academic conferences
  • Familiarity with large-scale data processing tools such as Spark or distributed computing environments
  • Ability to translate ambiguous research questions into structured, testable hypotheses

Tips for Your Remote Research Data Scientist Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote research data scientist openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your skills and apply directly without sorting through listings mixed with on-site work.

Build a public portfolio of research work

Remote employers can't observe how you work, so they rely on what you've shipped. Publish documented notebooks, reproducible analyses, or research write-ups that show your methodology, not just your conclusions, so hiring managers can evaluate your process before the first screen.

Prove async communication in your application

Remote research teams move through written channels, not hallway conversations. Write your cover letter and any take-home materials with the same clarity you'd bring to an internal research memo, because distributed teams hire researchers who can explain complex findings in writing without back-and-forth.

Highlight distributed tooling in your resume

Call out the specific tools that matter for remote research work: version-controlled experiment tracking, collaborative notebooks, cloud compute environments, and async documentation practices. Remote hiring managers scan for evidence you already work the way their team does.

Prepare to present research findings on camera

Remote research data scientist interviews often include a live presentation of past work or a take-home project. Practice walking through your research narrative on video, fielding questions from distributed panels, and sharing your screen clearly, because those mechanics matter as much as the content.

Remote Research Data Scientist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote research data scientist job?

Target companies that run distributed research teams, including remote-first tech firms, biotech companies with no central lab mandate, and data-heavy SaaS businesses. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear async written communication, and the ability to frame research questions independently. Candidates who show reproducible work, documented methodology, and experience presenting findings to non-technical stakeholders in writing consistently stand out.

Which companies hire remote research data scientists?

Remote research data scientist roles are posted by CVS Health, Alvarez & Marsal, and Netflix and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Hiring tends to concentrate at remote-first technology companies, distributed healthcare and life sciences organizations, and fintech firms where research work happens entirely in cloud-based environments.

Can you get a remote research data scientist job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level research data scientist roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without in-person mentorship. Smaller remote-first startups and research-oriented nonprofits are more open to candidates without a full professional history. A portfolio of self-directed projects, public notebooks, or contributed research code can substitute effectively for direct work experience.

Do you need a degree for remote research data scientist jobs?

Usually, but the field is moving. Most remote research data scientist postings still prefer a graduate degree in statistics, computer science, or a related quantitative field, particularly for roles involving original research design. Remote employers weigh demonstrated research output, published or public work, and measurable modeling results heavily alongside formal credentials, so a strong portfolio can offset a non-traditional educational background.

Which industries hire the most remote research data scientists?

Remote research data scientist roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors hire research data scientists remotely because their core work, modeling, experimentation, and analysis, runs entirely on cloud infrastructure and collaborative async tooling with no site-specific dependency.

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