Find Research Associate opportunities that put your analytical, scientific, and investigative skills to work. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including openings across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, finance, and other research-driven industries. Browse roles and identify opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals.
Research Associates support research programs by gathering and analyzing information, conducting experiments or evaluations, documenting findings, and sharing results with colleagues and stakeholders. Responsibilities vary by field: laboratory-based roles may involve preparing samples and maintaining protocols, while market or financial research roles may focus on data analysis, industry trends, and written reports.
Employers often seek strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects. Depending on the position, qualifications may include a relevant bachelor’s or advanced degree, experience with research methods or laboratory techniques, and proficiency with specialized software, statistical tools, or regulatory practices.
Research Associates work in settings such as universities, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, hospitals, investment firms, and public or private research organizations. With experience, professionals may move into senior research, project management, scientific communications, data analysis, or other specialized roles. Explore Ladders listings to find Research Associate jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more.
Use Ladders to browse vetted, high-paying professional opportunities. Review job requirements, compare roles across industries, and focus your search on positions that fit your background and next career step.
$80K - $110K *
Analyze diverse research projects to provide actionable insights for leadership. Collaborate with a dynamic team, utilizing AI tools and your curiosity to tackle complex questions and deliver clear, c...
4 weeks ago
$70K - $115K *
Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on healthcare compliance auditing. Utilize your analytical skills to drive impactful audits and contribute to client deliverables while receiving...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by managing clinical sites and ensuring study quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with site teams to support enrollment and deliver impactful clinical r...
Today
$79K - $127K *
Elevate your career as you design and lead impactful research studies, applying implementation science frameworks to drive health services innovation and training. Collaborate globally to translate fi...
Reposted yesterday
$79K - $127K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing health research through innovative statistical analysis and mentoring. Collaborate with investigators to design studies, prepare publications, and present fin...
1 week ago
$74K - $85K *
Lead the planning and execution of diverse research projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage timelines, deliverables, and budgets while fostering...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $130K *
Lead the charge in clinical trial monitoring, ensuring compliance and quality through oversight, guidance, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance site performance and study execution...
2 weeks ago
$115K - $135K *
Shape the future of clinical trials by leading site monitoring efforts, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive quality and efficiency in trial execution while mentoring j...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Elevate clinical trial success by overseeing site monitoring, ensuring compliance, and providing leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address site issues, enhance recruitment, and ma...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Accelerate clinical trial success by leading site monitoring efforts, ensuring compliance, and providing expert guidance to the CRA team. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and enhance s...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead clinical trial monitoring efforts, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address site issues, manage budgets, and provide oversight. Drive successful study e...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Research Associate II
$90K - $110K *
Unlock potential by overseeing clinical trials, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations. Collaborate with investigators and coordinators to protect participant rights and verify data integr...
4 days ago
Clinical Research Associate (CRA)
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's redefining clinical research! As a CRA, you'll build site relationships, ensure compliance, and drive patient recruitment while enjoying world-class training and technology. Experie...
2 weeks ago
Member of Research Staff, Causal Inference, Voleon Securities
$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...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$80K - $135K *
Advance educational research by analyzing data and synthesizing findings to enhance student access to advanced courses. Collaborate with stakeholders to design studies, build dashboards, and communica...
1 week ago
Associate Director, Research Fiscal Contracting
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing research through effective contract management and procurement oversight. Lead negotiations, ensure compliance, and support the research community while super...
1 week ago
$140K - $270K *
Unlock your potential as a Research Scientist, driving AI innovations in healthcare. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement cutting-edge machine learning models that enhance...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Grow your career with a dynamic role that involves conducting in-depth research across various topics, delivering actionable insights, and collaborating with a high-performing team to tackle complex q...
4 weeks ago
Clinical Research Associate II
$80K - $95K *
Optimize clinical research processes by conducting comprehensive monitoring visits, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and facilitating effective communication among project teams and sites acro...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion exceptional research outcomes by guiding clients through complex projects. Leverage your expertise in methodology and analysis to deliver actionable insights, while collaborating with cross-f...
2 weeks ago
Clinical Research Associate II
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research excellence, ensuring compliance and data integrity while fostering strong partnerships with investigative sites to enhance patient recruitme...
Yesterday
Clinical Research Associate II
$80K - $95K *
Empower clinical research excellence by engaging with sites, ensuring compliance, and enhancing patient recruitment. Drive performance through strategic partnerships and advanced monitoring techniques...
2 days ago
Clinical Research Associate-CRA I/II - FSP
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team as you manage clinical research sites, ensuring compliance and quality throughout all study phases. Build strong relationships, oversee monitoring activities, and contribute to tea...
4 weeks ago
Research Associate, Core Lab (Echocardiography)
$56K - $109K *
Empower our team by quantifying core laboratory studies and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance echocardiography analysis and contribute to...
1 week ago
Education Research Consulting Senior Associate/Associate Compliance/IRB
$100K - $145K *
Drive impactful solutions by leading project work streams, collaborating with clients, and mentoring junior staff. Leverage innovative analytics and methodologies to address unique challenges and fost...
2 weeks ago
What does a Research Associate do?
A Research Associate supports research projects by collecting and analyzing data, conducting experiments or assessments, documenting methods and results, and communicating findings. Specific duties depend on the industry and type of research.
What qualifications are common for Research Associate jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for a relevant degree, research or industry experience, analytical skills, attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communication. Technical roles may require specialized laboratory, statistical, or software skills.
Where do Research Associates work?
Research Associates work in a range of organizations, including biotech and pharmaceutical companies, universities, hospitals, financial firms, and public or private research organizations.
How can I find high-paying Research Associate jobs?
Browse Research Associate listings on Ladders, where vetted professional jobs pay $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements and industries to find opportunities suited to your experience.