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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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$200K - $398K *

Shape the future of legal operations by providing strategic guidance on complex regulatory and compliance matters, influencing enterprise decisions, and collaborating with global teams to drive busine...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $398K *

Lead the charge in navigating complex legal and compliance matters in a global clinical research environment, providing strategic guidance to support business objectives while ensuring ethical and leg...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $398K *

Partner with us to navigate complex legal and compliance matters in a global clinical research environment. Your leadership will support clinical development services while balancing business objectiv...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $398K *

Lead the charge in navigating complex legal and compliance matters in a global clinical research environment, providing strategic guidance to senior leadership while supporting business growth and pro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $117K *

Empower your career by supporting critical risk management functions through conflict analysis, corporate research, and report generation. Collaborate with attorneys to resolve conflicts and ensure co...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$83K - $103K *

Unlock potential by leading trade compliance initiatives, mentoring junior analysts, and collaborating across global teams to enhance import/export processes and ensure adherence to U.S. Customs regul...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $142K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering your growth as a junior litigation associate, gaining invaluable courtroom experience across diverse practice areas while receiving mentorship and resources t...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$136K - $156K *

Join a team that's shaping compliance and data privacy strategies, driving policy development, and leading training initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to mitigate risks and en...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $101K *

Empower data-driven decision-making by managing HR analytics, ensuring data integrity, and supporting academic HR projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze complex data and provide insights f...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$200K - $398K *

Lead the charge in navigating complex legal and compliance matters in a global clinical research environment, providing strategic guidance to support business objectives while ensuring ethical and leg...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Contribute to our equity research team by developing financial models, analyzing data, and supporting senior analysts in producing insightful reports. Engage with industry trends and enhance your skil...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Take ownership of financial modeling and research analysis to support investment recommendations. Collaborate with senior analysts to develop insights on REITs, enhancing your expertise in equity rese...

2 weeks ago

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

$74K - $152K *

Join a dynamic research administration team to support innovative faculty-led projects through grant lifecycle management, including proposal development, financial analysis, and collaboration. Engage...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $152K *

Join a team that's advancing innovative research by managing the full lifecycle of research awards, from proposal development to post-award management, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance for a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead clinical trial operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency from startup to completion. Collaborate with faculty and staff to streamline processes and mentor team members, enhancing research ef...

5 days ago

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

$90K - $122K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative cell culture and purification processes for late-stage pipeline projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance production yields and ensure process r...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $100K *

Join us to drive biophysical characterization of proteins through analytical testing and method development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product characterization and regulatory...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $287K *

Champion the design and execution of hematology/oncology clinical studies, leading cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and impactful outcomes in a dynamic, science-driven environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $287K *

Lead the design and execution of hematology/oncology clinical studies, ensuring data integrity while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive impactful clinical strategies in a dynamic, scienc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $287K *

Lead the design and execution of hematology/oncology clinical studies, ensuring data integrity while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Manage clinical scientists and drive innovative strategi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $287K *

Lead the charge in designing and executing hematology/oncology clinical studies, ensuring data integrity while collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring clinical scientists in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $287K *

Transform clinical research by leading hematology/oncology studies, ensuring data integrity and collaboration across teams. Drive innovative strategies in a dynamic environment, making impactful contr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Optimize clinical research processes by leading compliance reviews and audits. Collaborate with executive leadership to ensure accurate billing practices and enhance regulatory oversight in clinical t...

Nashville, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$84K - $136K *

Champion the oversight and management of study centers to ensure compliance with protocols, regulations, and sponsor requirements, while enhancing data integrity and project execution through effectiv...

Kirkland, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $125K *

Elevate financial insights by analyzing operational metrics and driving strategic decisions. Collaborate with leaders to build forecasts, prepare reports, and support business growth in a dynamic, mul...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.