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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.

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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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$85K - $102K *

Inspire growth by leveraging your financial expertise to analyze data, develop pricing models, and support strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive profitability and enh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Empower business performance by analyzing financial data, supporting reporting, and driving insights across a dynamic global organization. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $140K *

Transform client relationships by leveraging analytics to drive performance insights, optimize campaigns, and deliver actionable recommendations for Criteo's largest US clients, ensuring impactful out...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $140K *

Manage analytics for top Performance Media clients, transforming data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations. Drive growth through A/B testing, performance diagnostics, and collaborati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$220K - $275K *

Transform financial strategies by leading FP&A efforts, managing a team, and delivering data-driven insights on asset performance and risk management to enhance investment outcomes and support strateg...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $110K *

Elevate customer success by managing complex interactions and technical troubleshooting. Drive operational efficiency and build scalable solutions while ensuring seamless communication between custome...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $160K *

Lead strategic life sciences accounts, driving growth and team development while ensuring project success and client satisfaction through strong relationships and innovative solutions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive compliance excellence by enhancing oversight procedures and controls. Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline processes, conduct data quality assessments, and ensure adherence to regulatory...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Empower innovation as a Business Analyst, driving transformation through analytical insights and collaboration. Engage with leaders to identify opportunities, optimize processes, and deliver next-gen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$79K - $100K *

Drive data transformation by analyzing and interpreting insights to empower decision-making. Collaborate with teams to enhance reporting and ensure data quality, while supporting operational improveme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Reimagine strategic analysis by leveraging data to drive insights, optimize profitability, and inform executive decisions. Collaborate across teams to automate reporting and enhance performance foreca...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance production capabilities for international defense programs, ensuring compliance with specifications and readiness assessments while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $140K *

Lead the charge in financial analysis and resource management, providing strategic insights and recommendations to enhance budgetary processes and support complex financial operations within a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Innovate with data to drive business decisions. Collaborate with leaders to create impactful metrics and dashboards, transforming complex questions into actionable insights that shape company strategy...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to analyzing and shaping public policy impacting utility operations. Contribute to research, legislative tracking, and strategic insights that drive organizational goals a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$122K - $135K *

Elevate financial risk management by designing and implementing robust controls. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance, while proactively identifying and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $110K *

Champion innovative integration solutions by collaborating with diverse teams to automate processes and enhance service offerings for financial institutions, leveraging your technical expertise and cu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving UX/UI design for a leading public infrastructure platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and contribute to a scalable design system, en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by investigating computer security incidents and exploiting media to derive actionable intelligence, while enhancing network resilience through expert analysis and forensic insight...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $115K *

Partner with us to tackle complex damages and analytics challenges, leveraging your quantitative skills to deliver tailored solutions for high-stakes legal and regulatory matters while collaborating w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Innovate financial forecasting and analysis by collaborating with executives. Drive strategic decisions through data interpretation and financial modeling while enhancing internal processes and mainta...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Optimize compensation strategies and workforce analytics to enhance decision-making. Collaborate with HR, Finance, and leadership to develop competitive programs and insightful reporting that drive or...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leveraging data analysis and business insights to enhance processes and drive improvements in health and human services. Collaborate with stakeholders, develop training, and c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Transform healthcare compliance by leading regulatory initiatives, ensuring adherence to state and federal laws, and driving corrective actions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to operationali...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering data-driven insights for high-visibility clients. Collaborate with stakeholders to solve complex problems using quantitative analysis and visualization techn...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.