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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.

What Does a Research Associate Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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 Associate Career Opportunities

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.

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$105K - $124K *

Lead and optimize research intern activities, ensuring alignment with project goals and technical standards. Manage workflows, provide coaching, and conduct hands-on research while supporting the Dire...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $140K *

Engineer innovative health care delivery policies through quantitative analysis, leading projects that influence Medicare and Medicaid systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate and...

Durham, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advancing AI safety research by defining impactful agendas, mentoring teams, and driving real-world change through innovative projects and collaborations with governments and AI lab...

Berkeley, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$122K *

Champion clinical excellence by leading large teams, ensuring strategic alignment, and driving patient recruitment while mitigating risks in clinical operations for successful study execution...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive regulatory intelligence initiatives to ensure compliance and support clinical research. Collaborate with experts to assess regulatory changes, track global guidelines, and enhance impact assessm...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Engage with a dynamic CRO to oversee clinical monitoring and enhance site performance. Foster relationships, ensure compliance with regulations, and lead a team in delivering quality outcomes in clini...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $134K *

Develop and lead clinical research budgets, ensuring compliance and alignment with institutional goals. Collaborate with diverse teams to negotiate funding terms while providing critical analysis and...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance client engagement and product success by leveraging your analytical skills and industry insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive improvements and support user adopt...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $105K *

Elevate cancer detection research by leading systematic evidence reviews, mentoring junior staff, and managing projects to inform guidelines. Collaborate with experts to ensure high-quality outputs an...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion project success by leading clinical trials from initiation to closure, ensuring compliance with budgets, timelines, and regulations while fostering collaboration among stakeholders and team m...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Advance innovative therapeutic programs targeting genetically driven diseases through strategic sourcing, relationship building, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring a patient-first approach i...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$91K - $137K *

Empower your career by managing clinical research sites, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining data integrity. Collaborate with teams to oversee study implementation and monitoring, while enhancing...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $137K *

Shape the future of clinical research by managing site operations, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining data integrity. Collaborate with study teams to oversee monitoring activities and drive succ...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Elevate clinical research by monitoring trials, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations. Collaborate with investigators to achieve study goals in dermatology and rheumatology, while working...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions to transform biomedical discovery, collaborating with top scientists and engineers to bridge virtual and real-world data, enhancing drug discovery and clinical care pro...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Champion regulatory strategy initiatives to advance patient treatments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop regulatory pathways, support agency engagement, and ensure compliance, all wh...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Engage in vital oversight of clinical research, ensuring compliance and data integrity through monitoring. Collaborate with site teams to enhance study quality, using innovative techniques to tackle c...

Wisconsin, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive the charge in clinical research by managing site activities, ensuring compliance, and fostering relationships with site staff to support study objectives. Elevate patient safety and data integri...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $110K *

Discover user needs and drive product decisions as a UX Researcher, collaborating with cross-functional teams to conduct research, usability studies, and synthesize insights that enhance user experien...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize market intelligence within global diagnostics by leading analytical work, synthesizing data, and translating complex insights into actionable recommendations. Collaborate with diverse stakeho...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Transform your career by managing program budgets, enhancing workflows, and ensuring financial accuracy. Collaborate across teams to drive efficiency and support sustainability initiatives in a dynami...

Newark, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$91K - $114K *

Support clinical trial monitoring activities, ensuring protocol compliance and data integrity while collaborating with site staff to advance innovative treatments and therapies...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Develop and execute effective sourcing strategies to attract top technical talent in Research and Data Science, ensuring a positive candidate experience while driving organizational growth and high hi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Champion the development of a comprehensive economic policy plan for the AI era, addressing workforce changes, equitable gains, and funding strategies. Collaborate with researchers and policymakers to...

San Francisco, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $135K *

Unlock potential by bridging researchers with compliance solutions, guiding them through onboarding and aligning technical needs with regulatory requirements to enhance research capabilities across di...

Madison, WIRemote

Yesterday

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Research Associate do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.