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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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$125K - $163K *

Unlock your potential as a Lead Program Analyst, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing Hydropower Operations & Maintenance. Lead cross-functional teams, develop policies, and ensure compliance w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $120K *

Elevate your legal career by joining a dynamic team focused on General Liability litigation. Engage in client communications, conduct depositions, and prepare legal documents while thriving in a colla...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$71K - $92K *

Grow your career by supporting pioneering research in pediatric health. Collaborate with educators and families to enhance youth engagement in wellness initiatives while ensuring smooth project execut...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform business needs into innovative technology solutions, guiding cross-functional teams from discovery to implementation. Drive product strategy, prioritize initiatives, and enhance operational...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing financial operations for cancer clinical trials, overseeing contracts and budgets. Collaborate across teams to enhance research resource management and ensure compliance wi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract top talent across diverse sectors, ensuring a seamless hiring process from entry-level to executive roles while collaborating with stakeholders to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of recruiting in a fast-paced startup. You'll own the full-cycle hiring process for both technical and non-technical roles, collaborating closely with leadership...

Washington, DCRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Empower the future of talent acquisition by leading full-cycle recruiting for a dynamic startup. Collaborate closely with leadership to attract top technical and non-technical talent, shaping the hiri...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $105K *

Advance clinical research by delivering safe, high-quality care while managing multiple trial protocols and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure patient advocacy and safety in a fast-paced en...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Drive innovative editorial projects by researching, writing, and collaborating with partners to create engaging content on startups, technology, and AI. Utilize data analysis and storytelling to uncov...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $116K *

Lead the management of research laboratories, overseeing staff and ensuring compliance with animal care regulations. Collaborate with teams to support research activities and maintain high standards i...

3 days ago

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

$139K - $149K *

Drive innovative biomarker strategies by leading image-based analyses and executing preclinical models, collaborating with external partners to advance therapeutic discoveries across multiple disease...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $136K *

Drive site management and monitoring for diverse clinical protocols. Collaborate with sites to enhance recruitment and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Leverage your expertise in clinical...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$74K - $154K *

Drive your career with impactful site management and monitoring across diverse protocols. Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure compliance and enhance recruitment strategies while mentoring staff...

Kirkland, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $102K *

Take ownership of clinical trial operations within the Breast Oncology program, ensuring compliance and oversight while managing a dedicated research team. Innovate processes for data management, regu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K *

Take ownership of dual revenue streams by converting partner leads and independently building a pipeline. Collaborate with key partners while driving new business in Financial Services and Life Scienc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K *

Unlock your potential by driving revenue through partner-sourced leads and self-sourced pipelines. Engage with enterprise clients in Financial Services and Life Sciences while collaborating with top-t...

Manhattan, NYRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K *

Join a team that's redefining business development by driving partner-sourced leads and building a self-sourced pipeline. You'll engage with enterprise clients in Financial Services and Life Sciences...

Massachusetts, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Advance business development efforts by converting partner leads and building new pipelines in target industries. Collaborate with leadership to drive sales cycles and foster relationships within the...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to drive transaction advisory projects, leveraging financial analysis and strategic insights to support clients in buy and sell-side engagements. Collaborate with experts to delive...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform analytical development by leading innovative methods for lentiviral vector platforms. Collaborate with R&D and Process Development teams to enhance capabilities, drive scientific excellence...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $178K *

Manage clinic operations and staff functions, ensuring quality patient care and satisfaction. Oversee business functions, coordinate activities, and meet performance measures to drive success in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

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

$116K - $178K *

Optimize clinic operations by managing staff, enhancing patient satisfaction, and ensuring quality medical services. Collaborate with healthcare teams to meet performance metrics and drive business su...

2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $100K *

Lead project implementations for analytics dashboards while guiding partners through each phase. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure success in data validation, troubleshooting, and solution adop...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Develop and optimize Electronic Research Administration systems, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance workflows, streamline processes, and execute strategic initiatives that support research adm...

Reposted 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.