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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.

What Does a Research Analyst Do?

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.

Common Research Analyst Skills

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 Career Paths

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.

Find a Research Analyst Job on Ladders

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.

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$80K - $86K *

Partner with us to drive financial insights and optimize sales performance. In this role, you'll manage budgets, reconcile expenses, and enhance reporting processes, ensuring data-driven decisions tha...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform financial analysis and advisory services for private equity firms. Collaborate with a dynamic team on sell-side M&A engagements, leveraging innovative solutions to meet client needs across g...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive financial excellence by partnering with leaders to optimize planning, reporting, and analytics. Leverage data insights to inform strategic decisions and enhance business performance across diver...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in Investor Relations, providing essential research and analysis to support executive leadership and enhance investor communications as the company expands in the...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$78K - $93K *

Empower our audience targeting team by transforming complex data into actionable insights. Leverage your analytics expertise to drive growth marketing strategies and optimize performance across channe...

California, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $110K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to design and deliver impactful BI solutions. Transform raw data into trusted analytics assets, enhancing decision-making and user experience across the enterprise w...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform the acquisition lifecycle by generating and managing critical data requirements, ensuring compliance and quality in contract deliverables while collaborating with cross-functional teams to e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $95K *

Analyze regulatory needs and document requirements for a Regulatory Information Management system deployment, collaborating with stakeholders to streamline processes and ensure compliance in a dynamic...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the delivery of high-quality financial operations services, ensuring accurate transaction recording and proactive risk management across a diverse portfolio of private-sector investments. Collabo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $130K *

Shape investment technology initiatives by leading product analysis and automation solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data validation and reconciliation capabilities, ensuri...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $115K *

Optimize campaign performance across key SEM channels, driving strategic improvements and leveraging data analysis to enhance profitability and efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Engineer data pipelines and analytics solutions to enhance HPD's reporting capabilities. Collaborate across teams to build reliable datasets and automate workflows, driving impactful insights for hous...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency through data analysis, project management, and cross-functional collaboration. Support critical business initiatives while driving proc...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Deliver impactful analysis and support for operational enrollment teams, enhancing efficiency through data interpretation, project management, and process improvement. Collaborate across functions to...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Advance operational efficiency by providing analytical support for cross-functional projects, enhancing data interpretation, and driving process improvements to meet business objectives and stakeholde...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping financial strategy and investor relations. This analytical role involves deep financial analysis, competitive benchmarking, and direct engagement with senior leadership and...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $130K *

Transform operational efficiency by providing analytical support for cross-functional projects, enhancing processes, and driving data-driven decision-making to support business initiatives and improve...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Empower business success by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operations, gather requirements, and implement IT solutions that align with strategic goals. Drive improvements in orde...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in complex modeling and analysis to enhance operational effectiveness. Collaborate with government clients, mentor junior analysts, and deliver insights that shape critical defense dec...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Explore your potential as you leverage cutting-edge methodologies in causal inference research within a dynamic finance-focused ML team, driving innovation and collaboration for impactful market predi...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing financial market prediction through cutting-edge causal inference research. As a key contributor, you'll develop innovative models and apply machine learning techniq...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Innovate financial analytics by designing and developing quantitative models and data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust solutions, blending quantitative finance wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $120K *

Empower Ontario's public policy landscape by conducting impactful research and analysis. Lead discussions on economic issues, advocate for progressive solutions, and engage diverse stakeholders to sha...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$79K - $119K *

Unlock insights as a key analyst in a dynamic team, driving data-driven decisions and enhancing business strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify growth opportunities and develop impactf...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$79K - $119K *

Transform data into actionable insights by joining a dynamic analytics team. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance reporting solutions and drive strategic decisions that impact business growth and...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Research Analyst do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.