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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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$84K - $110K *

Shape a thriving workplace culture by partnering with plant leadership to enhance employee engagement, support talent development, and drive HR initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Make...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$83K - $107K *

Shape the future of clinical testing by leading lab operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing protocols to support research and testing. Collaborate with teams to maximize lab capabilities and ov...

2 days ago

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

$83K - $107K *

Lead the planning and execution of clinical testing, ensuring compliance with regulations while maximizing lab capabilities. Supervise workflow, evaluate performance, and implement protocols to suppor...

2 days ago

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

$74K - $106K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to execute statistical analyses, develop datasets, and ensure quality deliverables in clinical and translational research, contributing t...

2 weeks ago

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

$68K - $109K *

Unlock your potential as you engage in cutting-edge research on gynecologic cancers, utilizing advanced molecular techniques and collaborating with a dynamic team to drive innovative therapeutic strat...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $100K *

Analyze and support human research protections by ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university regulations. Collaborate with investigators and IRB reviewers to promote best practices and et...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Manage a portfolio of human subjects research focused on tobacco cessation, overseeing all phases from concept to closeout. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance, data integrity, and eff...

1 week ago

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

$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

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $104K *

Engage in clinical research by managing oncology studies, overseeing participant recruitment, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with research teams to enhance study operations and data...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Champion innovative healthcare research by leading a collaborative team focused on improving outcomes for inflammatory arthritis patients. Drive strategic initiatives, manage projects, and engage with...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Advance operational excellence by leading investigations into quality and safety events. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions, enhancing rel...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $111K *

Transform operational excellence by leading investigations into quality and safety events. Utilize root cause analysis and HOP principles to enhance reliability and drive continuous improvement across...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering researchers through strategic proposal development and funding opportunities. Drive impactful projects, foster collaborations, and enhance faculty success in...

2 weeks ago

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

$73K - $110K *

Transform data into insights by joining a dynamic team focused on bioinformatics. Collaborate with researchers to develop innovative tools and analyses that advance cancer research through cutting-edg...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing cancer research through bioinformatics. Collaborate with researchers to develop innovative data analysis tools and support high-throughput studies, enhancing...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $100K *

Transform clinical research by providing exceptional nursing support across diverse studies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure participant safety and data integrity while adhering to...

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

$105K - $145K *

Drive impactful bioinformatics software development by managing the lifecycle, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Join a team dedicated to transforming canc...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$68K - $114K *

Optimize quality investigations by ensuring compliance with standards, analyzing data, and collaborating with teams to enhance processes. Drive improvements in GMP microbiology through proactive engag...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $91K *

Grow your career with cutting-edge research in auditory neuroscience. Support experiments on neural circuits, conduct quantitative analyses, and contribute to scientific publications in a collaborativ...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Optimize clinical research operations by leading a team of coordinators, ensuring protocol compliance, data integrity, and regulatory readiness while mentoring staff and managing study timelines effec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $95K *

Join our team to lead clinical research operations, ensuring protocol compliance and data integrity while mentoring coordinators and managing study activities from start to finish...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead clinical research operations, ensuring protocol compliance and data integrity while mentoring coordinators and managing study logistics from start to finish...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $120K *

Help us enhance quality compliance by conducting risk-based audits and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and continuous improvement in our Quality Management...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $120K *

Contribute to quality assurance by conducting risk-based audits, ensuring compliance with ISO 13485 and GxP standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance audit programs and support continuous im...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on analyzing and managing global investments in biotechnology and medical technology, driving impactful decisions in a fast-paced environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.