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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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$150K - $245K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic clinical pharmacology initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance drug development, and providing expert insights to support clinical progra...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $245K *

Lead the development of strategic clinical pharmacology plans, providing expertise and oversight for multiple programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance clinical studies and regulato...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $180K *

Champion exceptional client service by managing administrative and operational functions for a dynamic team, ensuring seamless execution of projects and enhancing client relationships through effectiv...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $156K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative inflammation research through in vitro and in vivo experiments. Collaborate with a dynamic team to propose drug targets and generate impactful data for respirato...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$255K - $402K *

Shape the future of Oncology by leading clinical development efforts, driving strategic research initiatives, and managing cross-functional teams to deliver innovative treatments from pre-clinical sta...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K *

Collaborate with clients to analyze data, solve complex problems, and deliver actionable insights. Manage multiple projects and enhance client service through effective communication and innovative so...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $109K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading EHR configuration and optimization. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance workflows, ensure data integrity, and drive informatics initiatives that improve...

Yesterday

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

$91K - $109K *

Unlock potential by leading EHR configuration and optimization efforts, enhancing clinical workflows, and ensuring data integrity. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive operational efficiency and su...

2 days ago

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

$60K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to execute clinical assays in cellular immunology, driving operational excellence and supporting vaccine development through innovative laboratory practices and collaboration...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Optimize clinical research projects by collaborating with healthcare teams, ensuring quality compliance, and managing staffing needs, all while enhancing patient care and supporting research initiativ...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Transform regulatory strategies by leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely submissions and compliance for our innovative gene therapy pipeline, driving excellence in pediatric neurodegenerativ...

New York, NYRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

Shape regulatory strategies and drive execution for gene therapy projects, ensuring timely submissions and compliance. Collaborate across teams to manage complex regulatory activities and support inno...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $245K *

Join a dynamic team as a Principal Scientist, providing strategic expertise in Clinical Pharmacology to drive innovative clinical programs and enhance development strategies across multiple projects...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $182K *

Drive cutting-edge electronics design and testing for advanced RF systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions essential for National Security, while leading engin...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Support preclinical research by executing histology and microscopy activities. Collaborate with scientists to optimize methods, troubleshoot issues, and communicate findings, ensuring high-quality res...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Transform patient recruitment by leading global strategies and managing teams. Drive engagement through innovative solutions, ensuring effective implementation and oversight of recruitment processes f...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of digital strategy by leading cross-channel initiatives, managing projects, and driving innovative solutions that enhance client performance and business results in a dynamic, co...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex client relationships and delivering tailored risk management solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive innovative insurance programs and ensure exceptiona...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex client relationships, delivering tailored risk management solutions, and driving strategic initiatives within a dynamic, collaborative team environment. Engage with...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Lead innovation in generative video modeling, guiding technical strategy and decision-making while enhancing team output and translating research into actionable, deployable systems for advanced robot...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$64K - $96K *

Join a dynamic team to coordinate clinical research studies, ensuring compliance and quality patient care throughout all phases of cancer treatment. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance tr...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $250K *

Lead the Business Analytics team to deliver innovative marketing solutions, driving client growth through strategic data integration and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $250K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative data strategies that drive client success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to unlock insights and deliver cutting-edge marketing solutions, while ment...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $175K *

Engage in high-impact research on RMBS and CLO markets, analyzing trends and borrower performance while producing insightful reports and building client relationships to drive strategic decisions...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Help us shape the future of legal compliance by providing expert paralegal support and managing contract lifecycles. Utilize your skills to enhance data privacy and regulatory adherence while collabor...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.