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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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$90K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare systems through data-driven insights and collaborative engagement. Drive performance improvement by managing analytics projects, delivering client solutions...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Develop and optimize secure, database-driven web applications using Oracle APEX and ORDS. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-performance solutions that support cancer registry goals, ensuri...

Hialeah, FLRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$125K - $133K *

Champion the development of Generative AI solutions, leading an agile team to enhance products and tooling. Drive AI adoption, mentor engineers, and ensure best practices while collaborating across de...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

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

$209K - $313K *

Lead regional medical strategy by fostering key stakeholder relationships, optimizing patient-centric initiatives, and ensuring alignment with business goals to enhance healthcare outcomes and collabo...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $216K *

Advance your career by leading strategic partnerships with key clinical sites, enhancing collaboration, and driving operational excellence in clinical research. This role focuses on building relations...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $219K *

Optimize medical sponsorship strategies and operations by collaborating with stakeholders, managing budgets, and ensuring timely execution of congress activities while enhancing process efficiency and...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Support project delivery as an Associate Engagement Manager, collaborating with teams on Workday implementations and ensuring customer satisfaction while driving innovation and strategic growth in the...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to drive successful Workday implementations and support project delivery. Collaborate with clients and consultants to ensure exceptional service and project health while contributing t...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Planner, driving financial health and vendor coordination across multiple brands while ensuring project success through strategic planning and effective communi...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $125K *

Engineer innovative web applications in clinical research, driving full-stack development, client collaboration, and system enhancements to deliver high-quality solutions that meet evolving business n...

Markham, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $120K *

Drive the financial health of projects while leading teams to success. Manage budgets, forecasts, and vendor coordination to ensure project delivery across multiple brands. Your strategic insight will...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Lead the execution and optimization of programmatic campaigns, collaborating with clients and teams to drive performance. Mentor junior staff while managing complex projects in a dynamic retail enviro...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$177K - $221K *

Drive the development and implementation of innovative clinical solutions, leading a technical team to deliver AI-enabled applications and analytics. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure scalable...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$255K - $424K *

Lead the development and execution of Immunology access services strategy, ensuring seamless patient and provider experiences. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance reimbursement initiatives and d...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $225K *

Champion the future of risk management by leveraging your actuarial expertise in a remote role focused on regulatory consulting, pricing, reserving, and reinsurance strategies, while advancing your pr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K *

Oversee a dynamic team to execute media strategies, optimize campaigns, and ensure resource alignment with business goals, driving performance and compliance across various advertising channels...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Optimize clinical trial operations by leading cross-functional teams, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to drive successful study execution and patient e...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $120K *

Engage with public health labs to enhance customer satisfaction and drive sales. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute market strategies and foster relationships with key opinion leaders...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead compliance initiatives across multiple states, ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations. Collaborate with operations to localize policies, deliver training, and monitor regulatory changes, dr...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by driving innovative cancer screening solutions. Collaborate with healthcare providers to enhance patient outcomes and expand market reach through strategic sales initiatives and...

Ohio, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advancing oncology-focused medical strategies, leveraging clinical expertise and strategic insights to drive impactful marketing initiatives and foster key relationships within the...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving customer retention and revenue growth. As a key player, you'll manage the renewal lifecycle for a portfolio of clients, collaborating across departments to enha...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $196K *

Lead global evidence strategy and drive scientific engagement while collaborating cross-functionally to identify evidence gaps and shape priorities in clinical, R&D, and marketing teams. Make a signif...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $230K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in biopharma partnerships. Leverage your expertise to identify and advance strategic opportunities, influence cross-functional decisions, and manage alliances tha...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $160K *

Transform compensation strategies by designing and administering pay programs that attract and retain top talent. Collaborate with HR and management to ensure compliance and alignment with organizatio...

Dunkirk, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.