Research analysts turn information into insights that help organizations make informed decisions. On Ladders, explore vetted Research Analyst opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles in finance, healthcare, technology, consulting, and other industries. Compare positions that match your experience, expertise, and career goals.
Research analysts gather and evaluate data, identify patterns, and communicate findings to stakeholders. Depending on the role, they may analyze markets, companies, customers, policies, or scientific and operational information. Typical responsibilities include preparing reports and presentations, building forecasts, assessing trends, and translating complex evidence into practical recommendations.
Employers often look for strong analytical thinking, quantitative and qualitative research skills, attention to detail, and clear written and verbal communication. Experience with spreadsheets, statistical software, databases, visualization tools, or programming languages can be valuable. Industry knowledge and the ability to explain conclusions to varied audiences are also important.
Research Analyst roles are available at different levels and across many fields. Analysts may specialize in areas such as investment research, market research, business intelligence, policy, or healthcare. With experience, professionals can advance into senior analyst, research manager, strategy, portfolio, or leadership positions, depending on their background and industry.
Discover Research Analyst openings that align with your skills and compensation goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore high-level opportunities with confidence.
Senior Director, Research and Analysis
$170K - $210K *
Champion strategic growth by translating executive priorities into actionable plans. Collaborate across functions to drive performance, assess market opportunities, and ensure alignment on corporate o...
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Senior Associate, Corporate Development
$135K - $165K *
Elevate your career by driving strategic acquisitions and value creation in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify targets, lead transactions, and build frameworks...
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Senior Analyst, Assortment Activation
$60K - $110K *
Drive operational excellence by managing cross-functional initiatives, analyzing data, and providing strategic insights to enhance merchandising performance and support business objectives across the...
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Business Analyst (Information Technology Analyst 1)
$63K - $103K *
Advance your career by collaborating with cross-functional teams to analyze user requirements, enhance workflows, and support technology projects in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and cus...
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Business Analyst (Information Technology Analyst 1)
$63K - $103K *
Unlock potential by joining our team as a Business Analyst, where you'll collaborate with IT professionals to enhance system functionality, support users, and drive project success through effective c...
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Business Analyst (Information Technology Analyst 1)
$63K - $103K *
Transform business analysis within the Judiciary by gathering requirements, designing workflows, and supporting IT projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance user experience and deliver impac...
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$86K - $138K *
Champion data-driven solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to analyze complex business needs, create operational reports, and enhance capabilities, ensuring quality delivery and compl...
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Staff Data Scientist, Ad Platform
$150K - $180K *
Innovate measurement and causal strategies to drive executive decisions, establishing frameworks that enhance data-driven insights across pricing, growth, and marketing. Lead scientific governance and...
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Senior Product Manager, Scanning & Risk Data
$150K - $190K *
Transform cyber risk management by leading product strategy for scanning and risk data. Collaborate across teams to enhance data accuracy, usability, and scalability, ensuring actionable insights for...
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Senior Product Manager, Scanning & Risk Data
$175K - $220K *
Optimize the product strategy for scanning and risk data, connecting technical systems with user needs. Drive improvements in data quality, usability, and scalability while collaborating across teams...
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$80K - $110K *
Analyze and support value-based care initiatives, developing innovative forecasting solutions and methodologies. Collaborate across teams to translate complex data into actionable insights that guide...
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$87K - $122K *
Drive impactful change as a Senior Product Analyst, leading cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable Workday Compensation solutions. Mentor junior analysts and influence strategic decisions...
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$90K - $175K *
Empower mission success by managing COMSEC lifecycle functions, ensuring the security and integrity of communication systems through expert oversight and compliance with national standards...
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$115K - $159K *
Elevate our global governance, risk, and compliance programme by leading risk assessments, policy governance, and audit support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with ISO 2...
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Help us conduct compensation analyses and design total compensation programs, ensuring high-quality client experiences through data-driven insights and collaborative solutions in a dynamic, remote env...
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Manager of Business Analytics, Fraud Ops Automation
$128K - $165K *
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Enterprise Account Executive, Media Intelligence
$80K - $100K *
Join a dynamic team as you drive enterprise sales, build relationships, and deliver innovative media solutions. Leverage your expertise in SaaS to generate pipeline and revenue growth while collaborat...
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Product Manager, Financial Data - Private Markets & Deals
$106K - $160K *
Join us to define and enhance our financial data offerings, focusing on Private Markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, close content gaps, and ensure seamless inte...
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Product Manager, Financial Data - Private Markets & Deals
$100K - $139K *
Join our dynamic team to define and enhance financial data offerings, focusing on Private Markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, ensuring our solutions meet client...
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$78K - $88K *
Join us to perform actuarial analyses and support healthcare consulting projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop insights, maintain models, and communicate findings effectively wh...
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$83K - $110K *
Manage the procurement lifecycle by partnering with stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies, negotiate with vendors, and oversee supplier relationships, driving strategic procurement practices in...
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$80K - $95K *
Partner with us to enhance clinical IT solutions as an Epic Analyst II, providing critical support, training, and implementation for Epic EHR systems. Collaborate with teams to optimize workflows and...
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$225K - $250K *
Join us to lead the strategic growth of our data feeds portfolio, driving performance and innovation. Collaborate across teams to shape market strategies, enhance client value, and establish a scalabl...
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Analyst - IT Applications- Epic Professional Billing
$80K - $95K *
Innovate solutions by analyzing and supporting enterprise applications in a healthcare setting. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows, troubleshoot issues, and lead projects, ensuring optimal so...
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$90K - $108K *
Analyze and optimize enterprise data workflows, ensuring stakeholders access accurate data. Collaborate on analytics development, support data transformation in Microsoft Fabric, and enhance reporting...
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What does a Research Analyst do?
A Research Analyst collects and analyzes information, identifies trends, and presents findings that support business or organizational decisions. Responsibilities vary by industry and may include market analysis, financial modeling, forecasting, and report preparation.
What qualifications are typically required for Research Analyst jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, analytical and research experience, strong communication skills, and familiarity with data tools. Some specialized or senior roles may require advanced education, industry credentials, or deeper technical expertise.
What industries hire Research Analysts?
Research Analysts work in finance, consulting, technology, healthcare, government, academia, consumer research, and many other sectors. Their focus may be on investments, markets, customers, policy, operations, or specialized subject matter.
How much do Research Analyst jobs on Ladders pay?
Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation for Research Analyst positions varies based on factors such as industry, location, experience, specialization, and seniority; review each listing for its specific salary details.
What career paths can follow a Research Analyst role?
Experienced analysts may move into senior research, research management, business intelligence, strategy, consulting, portfolio analysis, or leadership roles. Career options depend on an analyst's skills, industry experience, and professional goals.