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.
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Associate Scientist - Targeted Protein Degradation and Fetal Hemoglobin Induction
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Contribute to innovative research by designing and executing experiments focused on targeted protein degradation strategies for sickle cell disease. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance...
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Associate Director, Business Analytics
$120K - $140K *
Lead the charge in healthcare analytics, driving client success through data-driven insights and strategic recommendations. Collaborate across teams to optimize campaigns and enhance audience engageme...
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Associate Director, Business Analytics
$70K - $125K *
Empower clients by delivering actionable insights through advanced analytics, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance strategic initiatives and drive business outcomes while mentoring jun...
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Associate Director, Business Analytics
$70K - $125K *
Elevate client success by leveraging data analytics to drive actionable insights, enhance strategic initiatives, and foster collaboration across teams. Lead and mentor analysts while optimizing proces...
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Associate Director, Business Analytics
$70K - $135K *
Join a team that's driving data insights to optimize marketing strategies. As an Associate Director, you'll manage reporting and analysis across campaigns, collaborating with teams to enhance decision...
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Senior Investment Analyst - Absolute Return Strategies / Equities
$95K - $115K *
Drive investment excellence by conducting thorough research and due diligence on hedge funds and public equities. Collaborate with senior professionals to analyze strategies, monitor portfolios, and s...
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Transform early phase clinical trials by leading design, execution, and oversight. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and data integrity while managing project performance an...
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$87K - $91K *
Inspire excellence by ensuring clinical trial data quality through thorough reviews, communications with trial sponsors, and innovative process improvements in a pivotal role supporting ClinicalTrials...
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$75K - $100K *
Join a dynamic Human Capital team to support payroll, benefits, and HRIS operations. Elevate your career through hands-on involvement and collaboration across projects, while contributing to essential...
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$64K - $99K *
Join us to enhance safety and efficiency in chemical-transfer systems. Collaborate with R&D teams to design, assess, and improve processes while ensuring compliance and quality in a semiconductor mate...
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Applied Researcher 4 (AI Foundations, LLM Core and Agentic AI)
$218K - $249K *
Innovate the future of AI by developing foundational models and driving applied research. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform customer experiences through cutting-edge technologies an...
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$112K - $125K *
Join our team to advance therapeutic discovery by designing and executing in vitro and in vivo studies, optimizing CAR constructs, and evaluating gene delivery and immune responses for next-generation...
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Senior Clinical Research Associate - Oncology (US)
$250K - $250K+*
Join a team that's at the forefront of clinical research, overseeing site management and ensuring compliance throughout all study phases, while contributing to impactful oncology studies and enhancing...
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Biologist in Immunology Discovery Research
$66K - $171K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing immunological research by designing and validating innovative cell-based assays that support the development of novel therapeutics, enhancing the quality of l...
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$91K - $114K *
Join a team that's advancing clinical trials by ensuring protocol compliance and data integrity. Collaborate with investigators to facilitate innovative treatments while conducting site visits and mai...
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Lead the charge in clinical trial monitoring, ensuring compliance and data integrity while collaborating with investigators to advance innovative oncology treatments and therapies...
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$80K - $95K *
Advance your career by contributing to clinical trials, ensuring data integrity and patient safety. Collaborate with investigators and site staff while leveraging your expertise in monitoring cardio a...
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$80K - $95K *
Manage clinical trial activities, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations. Lead monitoring tasks, collaborate with teams, and support site staff to enhance trial execution and quality stand...
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$80K - $95K *
Partner with us to advance clinical trials by monitoring and analyzing data, ensuring compliance and patient safety, while collaborating with site staff to facilitate innovative treatments in a dynami...
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$80K - $95K *
Drive clinical trial success by monitoring and analyzing data, ensuring compliance and patient safety while collaborating with site staff to advance innovative treatments in a fast-paced environment...
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$85K - $100K *
Lead clinical trial monitoring to ensure compliance with protocols and regulations, enhancing quality and collaboration across teams while supporting continuous improvement in site performance and dat...
Reposted 1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Drive clinical trial excellence by overseeing monitoring activities, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance data integrity and site per...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to monitor clinical trials, ensuring compliance and data integrity while collaborating with investigators to advance innovative therapies in a fast-paced environment...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Optimize clinical trial processes by conducting site visits, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with investigators to enhance patient safety and data integrity. Bring your expertise to advance inn...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in clinical trial monitoring, ensuring protocol compliance and data integrity while collaborating with investigators to advance innovative treatments and therapies. Your expertise will...
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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.