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Research Scientist
What 184 fast-growing companies ask for — updated October 2026
Across 506 active Research Scientist postings, Python is the most-requested skill — in 52% of listings, ahead of Machine Learning and Computer Science. 184 companies are hiring right now, led by OpenAI. 67% of Research Scientist roles now call for AI skills, and 10% are remote.
506active postings
67%ask for AI skills
10%remote
184companies hiring
Most-demanded skills
| Skill | % of postings | |
|---|---|---|
| Python | 52% | |
| Machine Learning | 49% | |
| Computer Science | 43% | |
| Communication | 42% | |
| Artificial Intelligence | 40% | |
| Collaboration | 34% | |
| Statistics | 27% | |
| Physics | 25% | |
| C++ | 23% | |
| LLMs | 17% | |
| Deep Learning | 15% | |
| PyTorch | 15% |
Top employers hiring now
| Company | Open roles |
|---|---|
| OpenAI | 26 |
| Point72 | 26 |
| Jump Trading | 20 |
| WorldQuant | 16 |
| Anthropic | 14 |
| Qube Research & Technologies | 12 |