Level

Remote research scientist jobs: 36 open roles (Sep 2026)

Live postings with “research scientist” in the job title. Each job is rated Level 1–4 for how much AI is in the actual work, highest level first. Apply directly on the employer's site.

remote roles
36
Level 3+ (AI in the daily work)
32
median starting salary
$236,000

Companies hiring research scientists

Common questions

How many remote research scientist jobs are open right now?

36 live postings on Level. 32 of them are Level 3 or 4, meaning AI is part of the daily work. Counted September 2026; the list refreshes every six hours.

How much do remote research scientist jobs pay?

The median starting salary is $236,000 a year, measured on the 18 postings that publish an annual salary range in US dollars. Measured September 2026.

Are there entry-level remote research scientist jobs?

2 postings are junior roles or internships. Most ask for prior experience. Counted September 2026.

Which companies are hiring remote research scientists?

By number of live postings: Luma AI (5), Jobgether (3), OpenAI (3), Adaption (2), Canva (2). Counted September 2026.

Method: Live postings with “research scientist” in the job title. Only jobs the employer marks remote. Counted September 2026. The median is taken on postings that publish an annual salary range in US dollars. Refreshed every six hours. Levels follow our method.