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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$150K - $240K *

Reimagine your career by partnering with investment professionals to conduct in-depth research on biotech companies, driving investment insights and strategies that generate client returns through rig...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $264K *

Join a team that's driving impactful research in biotech, collaborating with investment professionals to analyze trends, generate insights, and contribute to investment strategies that deliver client...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $193K *

Transform clinical research by managing site activities and ensuring compliance throughout the study lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to enhance patient safety and quality while supporting regulatory...

Durham, NCRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $193K *

Engage in impactful clinical research by managing site activities throughout the study lifecycle. Collaborate with sites and teams to ensure compliance, quality, and patient safety while supporting su...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion research initiatives by coordinating activities and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, while enhancing faculty output and managing funding opportunities for collaborative proje...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$135K - $145K *

Elevate your career by managing laboratory and biospecimen operations for clinical studies. Oversee vendor performance, ensure compliance, and mentor team members while driving project success across...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$206K - $266K *

Advance innovative research initiatives by managing projects, securing funding, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Lead teams to achieve strategic goals while fostering collaboration and profes...

4 days ago

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

$206K - $266K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing innovative research programs, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, overseeing fiscal management, and fostering collaboration across teams to drive...

5 days ago

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

$116K - $137K *

Join a dynamic neurobiology team to advance neuroscience research through innovative in vivo and ex vivo studies. Collaborate across functions to validate targets and develop therapeutics for neuropsy...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $102K *

Take ownership of clinical trial operations within the Breast Oncology program, ensuring compliance and oversight while managing a dedicated research team. Innovate processes for data management, regu...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative T-cell engagers for prostate cancer treatment. Oversee a cross-disciplinary team, driving scientific excellence and collaboration to pioneer next-generation th...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $210K *

Help us lead innovative oncology research by developing cutting-edge T-cell engagers and small molecule therapeutics. Drive scientific excellence and collaboration to create impactful cancer treatment...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $150K *

Oversee the clinical aspects of small to medium trials, ensuring adherence to protocols, GCP, and SOPs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to execute study activities while maintainin...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage clinical research sites, ensuring compliance and quality throughout all study phases. Build strong relationships, oversee monitoring activities, and contribute to tea...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $130K *

Lead the charge in identifying and mitigating security risks while conducting thorough investigations and intelligence operations to protect personnel and assets. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$79K - $157K *

Join a team advancing oncology clinical data analysis and review, collaborating with study teams and clients. Ensure integrity of data and reports, communicate key trends, and guide clinical strategie...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading cross-functional teams to deliver clinical research projects on time and within budget, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and client expectations while...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $157K *

Advance clinical data insights by reviewing and analyzing trial results, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity, and presenting findings to stakeholders, enhancing study ou...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $118K *

Transform patient care by delivering expert infusion services in oncology. Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure protocol compliance and maintain high standards of safety and documentation. Your s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $127K *

Drive innovative neuroscience research by characterizing disease-relevant biology using advanced neuronal and glial systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to support target validation and mechanism-o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research in pulmonary health. Oversee and enhance programmatic activities for clinical trials, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while l...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $176K *

Join a team that's pioneering innovative extractables and leachables studies, driving scientific excellence and regulatory compliance in medical and pharmaceutical products while collaborating with cr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Drive the development and optimization of multiplex proteomic panels, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality assay performance and deliver reliable data across diverse diseas...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $112K *

Serve as a vital collaborator in pediatric research initiatives, enhancing data infrastructure and supporting scholarly endeavors to bridge healthcare gaps and foster knowledge advancement within Main...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead a team of Research Nurse Coordinators to oversee clinical trials, ensuring compliance and quality while supporting Principal Investigators in expanding research initiatives and managing contracts...

2 days ago

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

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.