Research Scientist Jobs in Los Angeles, CA
Research Scientist jobs in Los Angeles are concentrated in Westwood, the Biotech Corridor near USC Health Sciences Campus, and El Segundo, across life sciences, aerospace defense, and technology sectors, with active hiring at all career levels. Employers posting openings right now include Whatnot, TikTok, and University of California Los Angeles. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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INTRODUCTION
To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not duplicating efforts.
ABOUT SALESFORCE
Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all. Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You’re in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We're looking for a Lead Researcher, AI Design to help shape the future of intelligent, human-centered AI products at Salesforce. In this role, you'll drive foundational and applied research at the intersection of AI and design — helping our teams understand how people think, interact with, and trust AI systems. You'll work at the forefront of how we build AI experiences that are equitable, intuitive, and transformative.
- Lead end-to-end research initiatives that inform the design and direction of AI-powered products and features
- Partner closely with product design, engineering, and product management to translate research insights into actionable design decisions
- Define and evolve research methodologies for emerging AI interaction paradigms — including conversational AI, generative AI, and agentic systems
- Conduct generative and evaluative research using a range of methods (interviews, usability studies, surveys, diary studies, concept testing, etc.)
- Synthesize complex findings into clear, compelling narratives for executive and cross-functional audiences
- Mentor and support other researchers, raising the craft across the team
- Champion ethical AI design and contribute to frameworks for responsible AI research
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
- 7+ years of experience in UX research, human-computer interaction, or a related field
- Deep experience researching AI/ML products or complex technical systems
- A strong portfolio demonstrating the impact of your research on product outcomes
- Expertise across qualitative and quantitative research methods
- Exceptional communication and storytelling skills — you can make nuanced findings accessible to any audience
- Comfort with ambiguity and the ability to shape research strategy in fast-moving spaces
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in a large, matrixed organization
BONUS POINTS
- Experience with responsible AI, AI ethics, or trust and safety research
- Familiarity with enterprise software or B2B SaaS environments
- Advanced degree in HCI, cognitive science, psychology, or a related field
COMPENSATION
- The typical base salary range for this position is $148,500 - $260,100 annually. The range represents base salary only, and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.
Unleash Your Potential
When you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and be your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can do your best. Together, we’ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love. Apply today to not only shape the future — but to redefine what’s possible — for yourself, for AI, and the world.
ACCOMMODATIONS
If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please submit a request via this Accommodations Request Form. Please note that Salesforce uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help our recruiters assess and evaluate candidates’ resumes and qualifications throughout the recruiting process. Humans will always make any candidate selection and hiring decisions. Please see our Candidate Privacy Statement for more information about how we use your personal data and your rights, including with regard to use of AI tools and opt out options.
EEO STATEMENT
Salesforce is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a policy of non-discrimination with all employees and applicants for employment. What does that mean exactly? It means that at Salesforce, we believe in equality for all. And we believe we can lead the path to equality in part by creating a workplace that’s inclusive, and free from discrimination. Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal. Any employee or potential employee will be assessed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications – without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, transgender status, age, disability, veteran or marital status, political viewpoint, or other classifications protected by law. This policy applies to current and prospective employees, no matter where they are in their Salesforce employment journey. It also applies to recruiting, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, assessment of job performance, discipline, termination, and everything in between. Recruiting, hiring, and promotion decisions at Salesforce are fair and based on merit. The same goes for compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, reduction in workforce, recall, training, and education. In the United States, compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Salesforce offers a variety of benefits to help you live well including: time off programs, medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program. More details about company benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.salesforcebenefits.com. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Salesforce will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
INTRODUCTION
To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not duplicating efforts.
ABOUT SALESFORCE
Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all. Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You’re in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We're looking for a Lead Researcher, AI Design to help shape the future of intelligent, human-centered AI products at Salesforce. In this role, you'll drive foundational and applied research at the intersection of AI and design — helping our teams understand how people think, interact with, and trust AI systems. You'll work at the forefront of how we build AI experiences that are equitable, intuitive, and transformative.
- Lead end-to-end research initiatives that inform the design and direction of AI-powered products and features
- Partner closely with product design, engineering, and product management to translate research insights into actionable design decisions
- Define and evolve research methodologies for emerging AI interaction paradigms — including conversational AI, generative AI, and agentic systems
- Conduct generative and evaluative research using a range of methods (interviews, usability studies, surveys, diary studies, concept testing, etc.)
- Synthesize complex findings into clear, compelling narratives for executive and cross-functional audiences
- Mentor and support other researchers, raising the craft across the team
- Champion ethical AI design and contribute to frameworks for responsible AI research
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
- 7+ years of experience in UX research, human-computer interaction, or a related field
- Deep experience researching AI/ML products or complex technical systems
- A strong portfolio demonstrating the impact of your research on product outcomes
- Expertise across qualitative and quantitative research methods
- Exceptional communication and storytelling skills — you can make nuanced findings accessible to any audience
- Comfort with ambiguity and the ability to shape research strategy in fast-moving spaces
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in a large, matrixed organization
BONUS POINTS
- Experience with responsible AI, AI ethics, or trust and safety research
- Familiarity with enterprise software or B2B SaaS environments
- Advanced degree in HCI, cognitive science, psychology, or a related field
COMPENSATION
- The typical base salary range for this position is $148,500 - $260,100 annually. The range represents base salary only, and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.
Unleash Your Potential
When you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and be your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can do your best. Together, we’ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love. Apply today to not only shape the future — but to redefine what’s possible — for yourself, for AI, and the world.
ACCOMMODATIONS
If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please submit a request via this Accommodations Request Form. Please note that Salesforce uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help our recruiters assess and evaluate candidates’ resumes and qualifications throughout the recruiting process. Humans will always make any candidate selection and hiring decisions. Please see our Candidate Privacy Statement for more information about how we use your personal data and your rights, including with regard to use of AI tools and opt out options.
EEO STATEMENT
Salesforce is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a policy of non-discrimination with all employees and applicants for employment. What does that mean exactly? It means that at Salesforce, we believe in equality for all. And we believe we can lead the path to equality in part by creating a workplace that’s inclusive, and free from discrimination. Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal. Any employee or potential employee will be assessed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications – without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, transgender status, age, disability, veteran or marital status, political viewpoint, or other classifications protected by law. This policy applies to current and prospective employees, no matter where they are in their Salesforce employment journey. It also applies to recruiting, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, assessment of job performance, discipline, termination, and everything in between. Recruiting, hiring, and promotion decisions at Salesforce are fair and based on merit. The same goes for compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, reduction in workforce, recall, training, and education. In the United States, compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Salesforce offers a variety of benefits to help you live well including: time off programs, medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program. More details about company benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.salesforcebenefits.com. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Salesforce will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Who's Hiring
- Whatnot6
- TikTok5
- University of California Los Angeles5
- SentiLink4
- Google3
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software20
- Retail6
- Education5
- Media & Entertainment5
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces4
Research Scientist Jobs in Los Angeles: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a research scientist job in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles research scientist roles are most concentrated in life sciences around the Westwood and USC medical corridors, aerospace and defense in El Segundo and Torrance, and technology across Santa Monica and Culver City. Candidates with hands-on wet lab, data modeling, or systems engineering experience get the most traction. Connecting directly with hiring managers at local biotech startups and major defense contractors gives you an edge over applicants relying solely on applications.
Which companies hire research scientists in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles research scientist roles are posted by Whatnot, TikTok, and University of California Los Angeles and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. The local market includes a broad mix of academic medical centers, aerospace primes, biotech startups, and consumer technology companies, making Los Angeles one of the more employer-diverse research markets in the country.
Are there remote research scientist jobs in Los Angeles?
Yes, though availability depends heavily on the type of work: computational, bioinformatics, and data science research roles are the most remote-friendly, while wet lab, clinical, and hardware-focused positions almost always require on-site presence. About 54% of research scientist openings tied to Los Angeles are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, skewing toward roles at technology and analytics-focused employers rather than life sciences or aerospace firms.
How can I get a research scientist job in Los Angeles with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Los Angeles is through a research associate or junior scientist role at one of the many biotech startups or contract research organizations concentrated near the USC Health Sciences campus and in the Westwood area. UCLA and Cedars-Sinai regularly hire research coordinators and lab technicians who can transition into scientist roles. Pursuing a postdoc at a local academic medical center is also a well-worn path into full research scientist positions at Los Angeles life sciences companies.
Which industries hire the most research scientists in Los Angeles?
Most research scientist openings in Los Angeles sit in Technology & Software, Retail, and Education, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Los Angeles combines one of the largest aerospace defense clusters in the country with a rapidly growing biotech ecosystem and a major entertainment technology sector, which together create unusually broad demand for research talent across scientific disciplines.
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