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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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$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by managing and promoting clinical and basic research trials across multiple departments. Oversee operations, compliance, and financial management while supporting staff and enhanc...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Deliver strategic leadership in research initiatives, managing a diverse portfolio focused on worker safety, effective controls, and training evaluations. Collaborate with partners to advance particip...

1 week ago

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

$78K - $91K *

Join a team that's pioneering proteomics research, collaborating on cutting-edge projects in molecular networks related to disease. This role offers hands-on experience in mass spectrometry and experi...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $102K *

Transform gene therapy development by supporting molecular biology, protein analysis, and cell culture. Collaborate with a dynamic team to advance innovative treatments for serious diseases, ensuring...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform data management and decision support in research by collaborating with scientists to build visualizations, optimize workflows, and enhance data integration across platforms, driving efficien...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$64K - $96K *

Join us to enhance compliance and operational policies for clinical trials. You'll assess budgets and billing plans, ensuring adherence to laws while acting as a subject matter expert in clinical tria...

3 days ago

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

$70K - $150K *

Unlock potential by configuring and supporting Relativity environments, standardizing workflows, and resolving technical issues to enhance eDiscovery services across multiple projects and teams...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing eDiscovery services by configuring and supporting Relativity environments, standardizing workflows, and resolving technical issues across multiple engagement...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $180K *

Drive day-to-day HR operations, enhance processes, and build scalable programs that support recruiting, employee development, and a collaborative work environment in a fast-paced organization...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Advance your career by providing strategic leadership in oncology and hematology research operations. Oversee clinical trials, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with physician leaders to e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $182K *

Innovate clinical research by supervising a dedicated team to drive oncology studies, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations while enhancing operational quality and training within a respe...

Reposted today

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

$97K - $182K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex oncology clinical studies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, managing project teams, and optimizing clinical research operations for high-quality out...

Reposted today

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

$83K - $134K *

Advance clinical research by expertly managing and negotiating budgets, ensuring compliance and collaboration across teams, while delivering strategic financial guidance for impactful studies...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $128K *

Join a team that's advancing precision oncology through innovative clinical research. Lead operations, enhance patient workflows, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate cutting-edge...

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6 days 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

$85K - $102K *

Transform the future of radio astronomy by leading the development of an innovative data sharing system, collaborating with diverse stakeholders, and conducting impactful research to enhance scientifi...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $250K *

Transform the research platform for our AI researcher by building robust backtesting engines, data pipelines, and evaluation tools. Collaborate with engineers and researchers to deliver impactful solu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $121K *

Contribute to cutting-edge research by managing advanced instrumentation, performing quality control, and fostering collaboration. Support innovative assay development and oversee lab operations to dr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $96K *

Lead the charge in innovative research on oxidative stress pathways in oral mucosa. Develop in vitro models, identify biomarkers, and collaborate across teams to enhance the safety of next-generation...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$109K - $179K *

Drive innovative research by executing experiments, troubleshooting issues, and developing new methodologies in a fast-paced lab environment focused on immunology and therapeutic efficacy...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $131K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conduct in vivo studies and laboratory assays, generating high-quality data for cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic disease research, while supporting thera...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K *

Elevate your career by leading impactful research initiatives, collaborating with diverse teams, and mentoring emerging scientists. Drive innovative studies that enhance understanding of Latino popula...

4 days ago

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

$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...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.