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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$100K - $200K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing AI application quality through rigorous testing and evaluation. Collaborate with engineers and legal specialists to ensure reliability and performance in comp...
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$83K - $98K *
Analyze real estate markets and demographics, prepare financial models, and support urban development projects. Collaborate with teams to deliver data-driven insights and reports, enhancing city plann...
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Clinical Research Associate - Oncology, Southeast Region - 175931
$100K - $115K *
Contribute to the success of clinical trials by ensuring compliance, monitoring sites, and fostering strong relationships with investigative teams. Your expertise in oncology will drive effective stud...
3 weeks ago
$100K *
Unlock potential by developing advanced digital twin workflows and data assimilation techniques. Collaborate with national consortiums to enhance patient-specific forecasting and anomaly detection in...
2 weeks ago
Senior Licensing Associate, Business Development and Licensing
$100K - $120K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on licensing and commercialization. Collaborate with researchers and industry partners to evaluate technologies, manage inquiries, and drive innovative par...
2 weeks ago
Lead Clinical Research Associate
$121K - $182K *
Lead the charge in clinical monitoring excellence, managing site activities and mentoring CRAs to ensure compliance and quality in Jazz-sponsored trials while driving risk-based strategies and fosteri...
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Lead Clinical Research Associate
$121K - $182K *
Manage clinical monitoring activities for multiple trials, providing mentorship and oversight to CRAs. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and quality, while addressing site-level issues and e...
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Legal Research & Insights Training Analyst
$90K - $110K *
Unlock potential by leading training initiatives for attorneys and staff, ensuring effective resource utilization and smooth departmental operations. Collaborate across teams to enhance workflows and...
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Legal Research & Insights Training Analyst
$90K - $110K *
Transform training initiatives by managing sessions for attorneys and staff, ensuring effective onboarding and resource utilization while enhancing departmental operations and collaboration across tea...
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Executive Search Associate, Consumer
$80K - $105K *
Drive the executive recruiting lifecycle by collaborating with experts, managing candidate relationships, and conducting market research. This role offers hands-on experience and mentorship, paving th...
2 weeks ago
Associate Director, Analytics/Insights
$130K - $165K *
Innovate data-driven strategies to enhance analytics capabilities and drive business insights. Collaborate across teams to leverage data science techniques, ensuring impactful decision-making and fost...
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$85K - $100K *
Empower compliance excellence by leading audits, risk assessments, and investigations. Collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to healthcare regulations and promote ethical practices while adapting...
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$145K - $215K *
Unlock potential by leading user experience research initiatives that drive insights and inform strategies across the purchasing journey. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user-centered experie...
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$145K - $215K *
Join a dynamic team as a Staff Experience Researcher, uncovering user insights to enhance the checkout experience. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive data-informed decisions and optimize methodolo...
2 weeks ago
Senior Administrative Analyst & Executive Coordinator
$100K - $110K *
Join a team that's pivotal in supporting high-level operations and analytics for leadership. You'll manage complex schedules, coordinate projects, and ensure seamless communication, contributing to th...
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Research Financial Compliance Analyst – FACO
$65K - $108K *
Drive compliance and financial analysis for a $1.4B research enterprise, ensuring post-award oversight, audit leadership, and collaborative partnerships across units to mitigate risks and enhance oper...
2 weeks ago
Assistant Clinical Research Coord - Radiology - 141297
$75K - $121K *
Grow your career with a dynamic role supporting clinical research in women's imaging. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage protocols, and ensure compliance while enhancing patient recruitment and da...
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$114K - $240K *
Empower teams by managing complex R&D programs, ensuring alignment with contract scopes, budgets, and schedules while fostering collaboration across technical and executive teams to deliver innovative...
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$80K - $108K *
Engage in advancing oncology patient outcomes by providing expert nursing care in clinical trials. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality and integrity of research while supporting...
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Senior Research Scientist, Translational Neuroscience, AI & Biomarker Discovery
$78K - $156K *
Drive innovative research in neuromodulation, integrating neuroscience and AI to advance therapies. Collaborate across teams to design studies, analyze data, and uncover biomarkers for personalized tr...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive impactful epilepsy studies as a Senior Clinical Trial Associate, managing clinical documents, supporting trial teams, and ensuring compliance. Your role is vital in advancing innovative treatmen...
2 weeks ago
Senior Associate - Audit, Compliance and Operational Risk
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of governance, risk, and compliance by enhancing audit and operational risk frameworks. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex processes into actionable insights, driving...
3 weeks ago
$74K - $152K *
Unlock potential by leading grant and contract proposals, ensuring compliance, and supporting research initiatives. Collaborate with faculty and stakeholders to drive funding success and advance innov...
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$95K - $115K *
Elevate research operations by leading implementation and compliance initiatives, overseeing daily functions, managing staff resources, and driving programmatic excellence in alignment with institutio...
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Drive impactful research initiatives by leading clinical teams, managing operations, and enhancing staff development. Oversee protocol implementation and ensure compliance while fostering a collaborat...
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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.