Research Investigator Jobs

Explore Research Investigator jobs for experienced professionals who design studies, analyze evidence, and help organizations make informed decisions. Research investigators work across industries and disciplines, including life sciences, healthcare, academia, government, technology, and corporate research. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you find roles that align with your expertise and career goals.

What Does a Research Investigator Do?

Responsibilities vary by specialty, but research investigators commonly develop research questions, plan and conduct investigations, collect and interpret data, document methods and findings, and communicate results to stakeholders. Depending on the role, they may oversee experiments or clinical studies, review records and evidence, ensure compliance with applicable standards, manage research teams, and contribute to reports, publications, or strategic recommendations.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, clear written and verbal communication, and experience with research methods relevant to the position. Some roles require an advanced degree in a field such as biology, medicine, public health, psychology, chemistry, or social science; others emphasize specialized industry experience, regulatory knowledge, data analysis, or investigative expertise. Review each listing for specific education, licensing, and technical requirements.

Research Investigator Career Opportunities

Research Investigator titles can encompass scientific, clinical, forensic, academic, and industry-focused work. Senior professionals may lead projects, manage research programs, advise decision-makers, or specialize in a technical area. Job titles and responsibilities differ by employer, so search across related titles and disciplines to uncover opportunities that match your background.

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Use Ladders to explore vetted professional Research Investigator opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, specialties, and employers, then focus your search on positions that fit your experience and next career step.

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$80K - $95K *

Drive the operations of case management with a focus on quality service and leadership. Leverage your clinical experience and supervisory skills to enhance team performance, ensuring efficient managem...

Downers Grove, ILRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$93K - $140K *

Lead the charge in managing case management programs, ensuring alignment with industry standards and company goals. Oversee departmental operations, drive innovation, and foster collaboration to enhan...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to assess and implement personalized care plans, ensuring quality healthcare outcomes. Collaborate with members, families, and providers while managing care activities and addressi...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive regulatory strategy across major programs, leading high-impact submissions and authority engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize clinical development and ensure complianc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$68K - $103K *

Support the mental health team by conducting assessments, implementing crisis interventions, and ensuring high-quality care for patients in a dynamic telepsychiatry setting. Collaborate effectively wi...

Charlotte, NCRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$53K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data analysis to support public health initiatives. Collaborate on quantitative and qualitative evaluations, ensuring data integrity and contributing to impactful progra...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to shaping public policy and addressing antimicrobial resistance. Lead consultations, develop strategic materials, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance public heal...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Optimize AI delivery by leading technical teams and developing scalable solutions. Drive innovation across generative AI, machine learning, and intelligent workflows, ensuring responsible and reusable...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing HR technology solutions. This role focuses on supporting, configuring, and implementing Workforce Management and Staff Scheduling applications, ensuring optim...

Morrisville, NCRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $236K *

Champion quality excellence by leading a dynamic team to enhance compliance and drive continuous improvement in clinical development. Collaborate across functions to ensure regulatory readiness and de...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your legal career by supporting diverse commercial agreements and compliance matters. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage multiple priorities, and leverage your expertise in software licensi...

Sacramento, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Engage healthcare providers to drive adoption of innovative cancer screening technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute strategic sales initiatives, ensuring impactful patient ou...

Illinois, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $166K *

Help us enhance healthcare engagement by educating HCPs on products through various platforms. You will drive informed decision-making and foster collaboration across teams, ensuring effective custome...

North Little Rock, ARRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Champion data-driven insights to enhance reliability assessments of North America's bulk power system. Collaborate with teams to analyze energy data, identify risks, and support the development of cri...

Washington DC, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $115K *

Partner with us to design and validate predictive models that enhance business processes across various domains, leveraging data science techniques to drive insights and improve decision-making within...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $115K *

Explore a pivotal role in pharmacovigilance, ensuring regulatory compliance and safety management for cancer therapies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance drug safety processes and sup...

Princeton, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI solutions by deploying and integrating cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate with customers and engineers to enhance system performance and drive innovatio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower enterprise initiatives by leading complex projects that drive strategic outcomes, enhance governance, and align cross-functional teams. Utilize your expertise to manage risks, ensure accountab...

Indiana, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead a high-performing team to manage comprehensive patient services, focusing on strategic operations, client relationships, and compliance. Ensure program performance meets KPIs while driving contin...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $225K *

Join a team that's shaping strategies to engage key opinion leaders in rare neurological diseases, driving insights and facilitating impactful relationships to inform brand evolution and support launc...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$132K - $178K *

Shape the future of quality management by overseeing GxP suppliers in R&D. Drive risk-based assessments and foster cross-functional collaboration to ensure compliance and operational excellence in cli...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$147K - $274K *

Transform the future of search and information retrieval by designing and deploying large-scale systems that enhance legal, tax, and accounting content, ensuring reliable and measurable impact across...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $185K *

Unlock potential by designing and deploying AI systems that enhance translational science, enabling evidence-based recommendations for drug discovery and target validation through innovative technolog...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of foreclosure law by leading a high-volume practice, supervising staff, and ensuring client satisfaction while navigating complex legal landscapes and maintaining compliance with fir...

Chattanooga, TNRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Champion high-quality psychotherapy for older adults in a flexible, remote setup. Collaborate with a dedicated team while managing your schedule. Utilize modern telehealth tools to deliver personalize...

Montana, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Research Investigator do?question toggle

    A Research Investigator plans and conducts research or investigations, gathers and analyzes information, documents findings, and communicates conclusions. The exact work depends on the employer and specialty, such as scientific, clinical, academic, or forensic research.

  • What qualifications are needed for Research Investigator jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by role. Employers may look for an advanced degree, relevant research or investigative experience, subject-matter expertise, and skills in data analysis, research methods, compliance, and communication. Check individual job listings for specific requirements.

  • Where do Research Investigators work?question toggle

    Research Investigators may work in life sciences, healthcare, universities, government agencies, technology companies, and other organizations that conduct research or investigations.

  • How can I find Research Investigator jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Research Investigator listings on Ladders, where vetted professional opportunities pay $100,000 or more. Review each posting for salary details, qualifications, location, and responsibilities.