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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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$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 - $150K *

Optimize the operations of a dynamic research institute by supervising executive support staff, ensuring compliance, and enhancing efficiency in administrative functions to support senior leadership a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $164K *

Empower researchers by managing complex funding portfolios, ensuring compliance with regulations, and offering strategic guidance to maximize financial resources for innovative projects in a dynamic r...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $287K *

Lead the design and execution of hematology/oncology clinical studies, ensuring data integrity and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive impactful clinical programs in a dynamic environme...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $121K *

Join a team that's innovating in biomedical engineering to design and develop cutting-edge medical devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product life cycles and ensure compliance...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $117K *

Lead clinical trial coordination efforts, ensuring data integrity and compliance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to manage patient interactions and support research operations across diverse...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $100K *

Advance your career by conducting multi-omics analyses and developing computational frameworks for organoid quality assessment, while collaborating with experimental teams and contributing to impactfu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of Generative AI by leading strategic evaluations and financial modeling to guide significant investments at a top-tier global firm, driving impactful technology adoption and fosterin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$143K - $172K *

Pioneer high-performance computing solutions by designing, deploying, and maintaining cutting-edge HPC resources. Collaborate with national experts and campus constituents to enhance research capabili...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join us to lead the execution and origination of Infrastructure Debt transactions, driving actionable deal opportunities and supporting client portfolio management from inception to financial close...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $140K *

Join us in driving strategic insights through advanced analytics. You'll lead a team, develop client relationships, and enhance marketing strategies by translating data into actionable narratives that...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$93K - $153K *

Unlock potential by joining our Product Biochemistry team to develop and characterize critical protein reagents for preclinical assays, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating across funct...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $90K *

Join a team that's advancing stem cell and developmental biology through innovative research and collaboration. Contribute to cutting-edge projects that shape the future of biotechnology and human hea...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative biomedical research by leading projects in lipid mass spectrometry. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor emerging scientists, and secure funding to establish a national...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of connectivity by leading complex silicon programs. Drive cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance AMS IP on time and within budget, ensuring operational excellence in a fa...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$64K - $99K *

Empower data governance initiatives by implementing AI-driven processes, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring data quality across systems. Drive innovation in metadata management and lineage...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$240K - $412K *

Innovate in AI research by designing secure execution environments and generating synthetic data. Collaborate with experts to create benchmarks and enhance multi-step reasoning capabilities in dynamic...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $257K *

Contribute to groundbreaking research in Molecular, Cell, and Systems Biology, engaging in independent, high-quality research activities equivalent to the Professor series, with opportunities for full...

4 weeks ago

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

$138K - $165K *

Transform business challenges into AI/ML solutions in a collaborative environment. Leverage your expertise to design, build, and productionize generative AI applications while ensuring quality and com...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$122K *

Champion hydrologic science by leading an innovative research team focused on water resources modeling in arid environments, fostering collaboration and securing external funding for impactful project...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Engage in the support of clinical trials by organizing documentation, managing study materials, and ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations. Collaborate with study teams to facilitate smoot...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Transform metabolism-based research by leading projects, optimizing workflows, and collaborating with researchers in a cutting-edge lab environment. Utilize advanced LC/MS techniques to deliver high-q...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 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.