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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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$75K - $175K *

Drive the advancement of addiction education and research by leading initiatives at the Addiction IPE Center of Excellence. Collaborate with faculty, oversee curriculum development, and establish comm...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by delivering insightful commercial real estate research and analytics. Analyze complex datasets, manage projects, and communicate findings effectively to support data-driven decision...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$84K - $114K *

Drive high-quality lentivirus production by executing scalable protocols, ensuring consistency and efficiency across teams. Collaborate on process optimization and maintain rigorous documentation to s...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $96K *

Drive innovative fermentation and recovery processes in a dynamic lab environment, supporting biofuels and bioproducts development from bench to pilot scale while collaborating with multidisciplinary...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$71K - $136K *

Lead the charge in strategic and operational management of research programs, overseeing personnel, finances, and partnerships to enhance outcomes in Merkel cell carcinoma research and education...

1 week ago

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

$74K - $90K *

Help us enhance research funding success by developing strategic proposals and fostering collaboration among faculty and staff. This role requires initiative and creativity to build effective support...

1 week ago

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

$142K - $224K *

Lead the charge in early-phase clinical trial execution, ensuring compliance and excellence in Immunology programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovative therapeutic development...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Shape early-phase clinical trials by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance and excellence in execution. Drive innovative immunology programs from concept to delivery, while mentoring jun...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Transform early clinical development by leading innovative trials and strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and excellence in execution, driving impactful results in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Join a team that's redefining early clinical development by leading innovative immunology trials. Drive excellence in execution, compliance, and data quality while mentoring junior staff and collabora...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving the development of RNAi therapeutics through innovative assay design and execution, contributing to preclinical research and advancing therapeutic efficacy assessments in a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$71K - $93K *

Engage in impactful program coordination and stakeholder engagement to support the Equity Equals Excellence Strategy. Collaborate on data analysis, communications, and operational support to enhance p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in research development by supporting proposal management, funding opportunities, and team strategies. Collaborate across all colleges to enhance grant submissions and program innovati...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize clinical research processes by conducting comprehensive monitoring visits, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and facilitating effective communication among project teams and sites acro...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K *

Lead innovative research on mitochondrial autophagy in C. elegans, contributing to scientific publications and mentoring undergraduates. Collaborate closely with the PI to advance understanding of hyp...

1 week ago

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

$70K - $100K *

Inspire growth by conducting in-depth equity research and data analysis to identify investment opportunities in undervalued small- and smid-cap companies, collaborating with a dedicated team to enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion exceptional research outcomes by guiding clients through complex projects. Leverage your expertise in methodology and analysis to deliver actionable insights, while collaborating with cross-f...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Deliver impactful lifecycle marketing strategies to enhance user onboarding, retention, and reactivation. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize product engagement and drive growth in a fast-paced...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex research programs, supporting multi-investigator initiatives, and driving impactful scientific proposals. Collaborate with faculty to translate innovat...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Explore the intersection of AI and knowledge production by designing AI-driven experiments, developing large language models, and contributing to groundbreaking research in a collaborative environment...

3 weeks ago

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

$71K - $101K *

Engage in impactful clinical research by coordinating studies, ensuring compliance, and maintaining data integrity. Collaborate with a dedicated team to support high-quality outcomes and enhance publi...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research excellence, ensuring compliance and data integrity while fostering strong partnerships with investigative sites to enhance patient recruitme...

San Juan, PRRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI research and policy. As a Research Manager, you'll lead interdisciplinary projects, mentor junior researchers, and collaborate with experts to drive impactf...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join us to advance Alzheimer’s research by conducting innovative experiments and developing methodologies. Collaborate with a dynamic team to explore therapeutic targets and contribute to groundbreaki...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing public health initiatives. As a Grants Associate, you'll support the lifecycle of funded projects, ensuring compliance and effective proposal management while...

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

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.