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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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$63K - $111K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting Endocrinology, Nephrology, and Transplant divisions. This role involves managing academic personnel administration, providing essential support for faculty a...

1 week ago

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

$63K - $111K *

Transform academic personnel administration by collaborating with leadership to enhance recruitment, onboarding, and faculty development processes, ensuring effective support for diverse academic and...

1 week ago

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

$63K - $111K *

Champion academic personnel administration by providing expert support in recruitment, onboarding, and faculty development. Collaborate with leadership to enhance operational efficiency and ensure com...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on innovative quantitative research in the pharmaceutical sector. Collaborate with experts to deliver impactful insights that enhance patient outc...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $110K *

Transform pharmaceutical market research by leading innovative quantitative studies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering actionable insights that enhance client strategies and im...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $105K *

Empower groundbreaking research by leading advanced experimental workflows in human immunology and multi-omics. Collaborate with teams to uncover immune mechanisms and drive translational science in a...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $107K *

Engage in a dynamic role supporting Employee Relations strategies, managing faculty personnel actions, and enhancing communication across the College. Collaborate with various stakeholders to implemen...

3 weeks ago

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

$198K - $368K *

Innovate transformative AI solutions for tax and accounting workflows, leading a high-performing team. Collaborate closely with product experts to enhance customer experience, and drive business strat...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $210K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on quantitative research and investment analysis. Collaborate with experts to leverage data science and statistical models, driving insights that...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $179K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in oncology clinical research. Oversee complex, multi-site studies, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while collaborating with diverse stakeholders t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $174K *

Lead and execute clinical trials in compliance with regulations and timelines, handling everything from study design to data review. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful project delivery and ad...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $174K *

Drive your career with dynamic clinical research leadership, managing trials and compliance while fostering effective collaboration across teams. Deliver critical insights and enhance medical device d...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $115K *

Elevate compliance by investigating complex civil rights cases, ensuring adherence to laws and policies. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to promote equity and resolve disputes effectively while...

2 days ago

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

$71K - $110K *

Unlock innovative AI solutions for accelerator operations by developing agentic AI methods and software. Collaborate with physicists and partner labs to enhance operational efficiency and safety in cu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $116K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in preclinical research, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality outcomes while developing your leadership and project management skills in a dy...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $139K *

Lead grant administration efforts by managing proposal submissions, negotiating contracts, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and efficiency in research funding processe...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $99K *

Champion clinical research excellence by overseeing regulatory compliance, training, and operational management. Lead efforts in education and strategic planning, ensuring all activities align with fe...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$83K - $138K *

Support clinical studies by managing site monitoring and compliance, ensuring data integrity, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This role involves significant travel and offers growth opp...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to monitor clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulations and protocols while fostering collaboration with site staff to facilitate successful study outcomes...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $93K *

Unlock insights at the intersection of biomechanics and data science, driving predictive modeling and analysis of complex datasets to enhance understanding of aortic disease and improve patient outcom...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$93K - $104K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical trials by ensuring ethical standards and participant safety. As a Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator, you'll play a vital role in managing trial ope...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $104K *

Contribute to strategic initiatives in Alzheimer's research by leading grant activities, managing operations, and supporting a dynamic team to enhance collaboration and program success within a growin...

4 days ago

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

$81K - $85K *

Engage in cutting-edge research on breast cancer progression and metastasis. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to conduct experiments, analyze data, and contribute to NIH-funded projects, enha...

2 weeks ago

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

$81K - $85K *

Lead the charge in innovative breast cancer research, utilizing advanced techniques in cell biology and mouse models. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to explore tumor progression and metasta...

3 weeks ago

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

$71K - $109K *

Shape the future of student mental health by leading evaluation research initiatives. Collaborate with school districts to enhance data management and analysis, ensuring effective implementation of co...

3 days 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.