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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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$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of biomechanics by supporting research and clinical services. Engage in protocol development, data analysis, and project coordination while mentoring a dynamic team in a cutting-e...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $175K *

Contribute to impactful equity research by leveraging your life science background and finance expertise. Join a collaborative team focused on large-cap biopharma, driving analysis, financial modeling...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Engage with lawmakers and stakeholders to shape healthcare policies, translating complex issues into effective communication. Collaborate in a mission-driven environment, enhancing RSNA's advocacy and...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your impact by driving federal policies in radiology and patient care. Collaborate with key stakeholders to craft compelling communications, advocate strategically, and manage comprehensive go...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $135K *

Optimize data governance and operational excellence across media channels. Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality standards in data management and analytics while fostering collaboration a...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $125K *

Transform data management strategies and drive operational excellence across media channels. Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality standards in analytics and governance while fostering co...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $125K *

Empower data strategy and governance by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality standards in data management and analytics. Drive continuous improvement and foster collaboration across m...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $125K *

Champion data-driven insights by leading dashboard initiatives and managing data workflows. Collaborate with teams to ensure data integrity and accessibility while guiding a group of analysts to deliv...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $140K *

Optimize data governance and operational excellence across media channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality, drive automation, and ensure adherence to standards, while m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Lead the planning and execution of non-clinical studies. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), while producing reliable scientific outcomes and interfacing w...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient safety through innovative strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage safety inquiries, support compliance, and drive operational excellence i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $193K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research by managing site activities throughout the study lifecycle, ensuring high-quality trial delivery, and supporting patient safety in a collabo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $183K *

Optimize health policy research by applying advanced quantitative methods to inform stakeholders. Collaborate on multidisciplinary teams to evaluate health care markets, coverage, and costs, deliverin...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $183K *

Drive impactful health policy research by applying advanced quantitative methods to address critical healthcare questions and inform decision-makers. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to delive...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $183K *

Shape impactful health policy research by applying advanced quantitative methods to address critical questions in health care markets, coverage, and costs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $183K *

Engage in high-impact health policy research, applying advanced quantitative methods to inform stakeholders. Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams to analyze health care markets, coverage, and costs...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K *

Unlock the potential of health data by conducting analyses to evaluate Value Based Payment initiatives. Collaborate with teams to summarize findings and disseminate results through reports and present...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion clinical performance management by leading cross-functional initiatives, translating executive priorities into actionable plans, and ensuring accountability across the organization to drive s...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform clinical development operations by owning process engineering methodologies, ensuring scalable, compliant processes, and leading strategic initiatives that enhance operational excellence acr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead clinical research operations by supervising teams, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and facilitating project start-up processes. Engage with stakeholders to uphold best practices and...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $230K *

Empower your career by leading advanced networking and ML systems projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate mission needs into actionable plans, ensuring high-quality, secure, an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$188K - $204K *

Lead the charge in Clinical Quality Assurance, ensuring compliance with GCP, GLP, and PV regulations. Drive audit strategies, manage inspections, and foster collaboration across teams to uphold the hi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $98K *

Discover operational leadership in planning and executing Executive Education programs. Oversee logistics, maintain standards, and ensure a high-quality learner experience across multiple concurrent p...

2 weeks ago

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

$82K - $98K *

Drive operational excellence in Executive Education programs by leading logistics, planning, and team coordination to ensure a high-quality learner experience across multiple concurrent offerings...

2 weeks ago

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

$82K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading quantitative research initiatives, collaborating with teams, and enhancing data systems to amplify organizational impact and foster community engagem...

1 week ago

  •   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.