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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Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Dedicated
$74K - $197K *
Join us to ensure the integrity of clinical trials through effective site monitoring, training, and collaboration. Drive project success by managing study progress and maintaining compliance with regu...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Dedicated
$74K - $197K *
Join a dynamic team to monitor clinical sites, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations while enhancing subject recruitment and data integrity. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Dedicated
$74K - $197K *
Advance your career by ensuring compliance and quality in clinical trials. Conduct site monitoring, manage study progress, and collaborate with teams to enhance recruitment and data integrity while ad...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Dedicated
$74K - $197K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring clinical study integrity through effective site management and monitoring. Collaborate with sites to enhance recruitment and maintain compliance with regulator...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Dedicated
$74K - $197K *
Drive site management and monitoring efforts to ensure compliance with study protocols and regulations, enhancing data integrity and recruitment strategies while collaborating with study teams for suc...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Dedicated
$74K - $197K *
Accelerate progress at our clinical research sites by ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations. Drive subject recruitment, manage study progress, and maintain quality standards through effec...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Dedicated
$74K - $197K *
Deliver comprehensive site management and monitoring for clinical studies, ensuring adherence to protocols and regulations. Collaborate with sites to enhance recruitment and maintain quality standards...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Dedicated
$74K - $197K *
Unlock potential by overseeing site management and monitoring for clinical studies, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations while enhancing recruitment strategies and maintaining quality st...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Dedicated
$74K - $197K *
Contribute to clinical research success by managing site monitoring and ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations. Drive recruitment efforts, maintain communication, and evaluate site practic...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Dedicated
$74K - $197K *
Drive excellence in clinical research by overseeing site management and monitoring activities. Ensure compliance with protocols and regulations while enhancing subject recruitment and data integrity a...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Dedicated
$74K - $197K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring clinical study integrity through effective site monitoring and management. Collaborate with sites to enhance recruitment, maintain compliance, and drive projec...
3 weeks ago
Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs
$129K - $203K *
Lead the charge in regulatory operations by overseeing submissions to the FDA, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving analytics to enhance operational performance while collaborating with c...
1 week ago
Systems Analyst-Associate Staff
$116K - $182K *
Join a team that's dedicated to conducting advanced systems analysis and modeling for military applications. You'll tackle critical technology challenges and collaborate within a dynamic environment t...
Reposted 4 days ago
Associate Director, Biostatistics
$160K - $228K *
Lead the charge in delivering high-quality biostatistical analyses for clinical studies, ensuring scientific integrity and collaboration across teams to translate innovative science into impactful med...
3 weeks ago
Research Business Manager - BRI
$100K - $120K *
Elevate research operations by managing a dynamic portfolio, guiding faculty, and implementing effective administrative strategies to foster collaboration and excellence in a high-performing environme...
1 week ago
Associate Staff - Signal Processing & Software Engineer
$116K - $182K *
Help us shape the future of resilient space systems by modeling and analyzing innovative digital signal processing techniques while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with world-class experts in...
Reposted 1 week ago
Associate Principal Scientist, Immunology Discovery
$142K - $224K *
Transform immunology research through innovative translational models and data analysis. Lead experiments to validate therapeutic targets while collaborating across teams to support drug discovery and...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Associate Principal Scientist, Immunology Discovery
$142K - $224K *
Lead cross-functional teams in advancing innovative immunology therapies from discovery to clinical candidates, driving strategic direction and project execution to address autoimmune diseases and enh...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Adjunct Research Analyst - STPI
$113K - $277K *
Drive impactful research and analysis on national security issues, leveraging your expertise to guide projects and foster collaboration with sponsors. Contribute to critical debates in science and tec...
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Principal, Statistical Programmer
$100K - $120K *
Lead statistical programming initiatives on complex clinical projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables and compliance with SOPs. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and mentor junior progra...
Yesterday
$88K - $118K *
Drive project success by managing small-scale initiatives from planning to execution. Collaborate with clients and vendors to ensure adherence to budgets and timelines while addressing risks and logis...
3 days ago
Research Manager, HBS AI Institute
$100K - $120K *
Transform research compliance by leveraging AI tools to streamline workflows, enhance documentation processes, and support faculty at the HBS AI Institute. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure adh...
1 week ago
Senior Clinical Research Associate - Oncology (US, East Coast)
$97K - $193K *
Lead and oversee clinical research activities across multiple sites, ensuring compliance and efficient operations throughout all study phases while collaborating with site staff to drive success in on...
Reposted 1 week ago
$86K - $130K *
Transform strategic operations across multiple clinical divisions, driving program growth and enhancing service delivery. Lead initiatives for regional expansion and multi-site management while ensuri...
2 weeks ago
Assistant Director RN (Clinical Review AIMS)
$105K - $115K *
Champion clinical excellence by leading a dedicated team in overseeing AIMS review activities, ensuring compliance and quality in HIV-SNP programs while driving innovative solutions and staff developm...
2 days ago
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.