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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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$124K - $140K *

Lead data analytics initiatives by defining priorities and timelines to deliver actionable insights and research projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data-driven decision-makin...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Oversee financial analyses and budget reconciliations for Immunology clinical trials, managing study expenses and forecasts while collaborating with clinical teams and finance management to support ef...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing financial analyses and budget reconciliations for Oncology clinical trials. Collaborate with clinical teams and finance management to ensure accurate forecasting and re...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative biotherapeutics production by supporting downstream processes, conducting lab studies, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and contribu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Transform revenue cycle operations by analyzing denial trends, optimizing billing processes, and collaborating with clinical teams to enhance operational efficiency and maximize reimbursements. Drive...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing manufacturing operations through continuous improvement, operational planning, and technical writing. Drive efficiency and compliance while collaborating with...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing adolescent health through clinical care, education, and research. Contribute to training future leaders while developing a robust research portfolio in a supp...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$137K - $235K *

Drive impactful safety assessments and evaluations for innovative products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and enhance patient safety. Lead strategic discuss...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research through expert coordination and collaboration. As a Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator, you'll ensure compliance and support investigator t...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate excellence in investor relations through collaborative content stewardship, ensuring consistent marketing, compliance, and onboarding processes across real estate and credit platforms, whil...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as a Medical Writer II, leading the creation of high-quality, regulatory-compliant documents for clinical trials and submissions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to innovate and enhance food processing techniques, developing new products and optimizing existing processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive commercialization...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $172K *

Transform cutting-edge remote sensing technologies through collaborative research, algorithm development, and sensor data analysis. Contribute to innovative projects while shaping future research dire...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $172K *

Engineer innovative remote sensing solutions by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Contribute to advanced sensor development, algorithm design, and data analysis, shaping the future of survei...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $180K *

Empower early talent initiatives by managing internship programs and strategic planning. Drive collaboration and operational excellence while enhancing the candidate experience through meticulous proj...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$60K - $112K *

Lead interdisciplinary research on influenza aerosol biology and airborne transmission, guiding experimental strategies and integrating human and animal studies. Collaborate with diverse teams to adva...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in integrating AI solutions within Cell and Gene Therapy, driving innovation and collaboration across teams to tackle scientific challenges and enhance R&D processes, ensuring impactfu...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation in Cell and Gene Therapy by leading AI solutions that transform scientific challenges into actionable insights, fostering collaboration across teams to enhance R&D capabilities and ac...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $137K *

Contribute to drug discovery by executing and troubleshooting bioanalytical methods for small and large molecules, ensuring high-quality data delivery to support pre-clinical development efforts in a...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$71K - $113K *

Join a dynamic laboratory team to support multi-product vaccine manufacturing through analytical testing, collaboration, and process optimization. Contribute to critical projects in a fast-paced envir...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$60K - $112K *

Explore interdisciplinary research in influenza aerosol biology and airborne transmission. Lead studies integrating virology, engineering, and quantitative analysis to advance understanding of viral t...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Elevate your career by driving client engagements and delivering high-quality strategic insights. Collaborate with teams to manage projects, enhance organizational effectiveness, and develop leadershi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $110K *

Contribute to the daily operations of a high-throughput automation lab, ensuring optimal performance of automated systems while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance research capabilities and su...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $99K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing laboratory operations and sample management. This role involves supporting CMC teams, maintaining inventory systems, and ensuring efficient lab processes in...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and optimize real estate valuations and consulting services, leveraging market research and financial modeling to support strategic decision-making for clients in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.