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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$85K - $100K *

Empower healthcare excellence by supporting nursing operations and enhancing patient safety. Collaborate with leadership to optimize staffing, mentor clinical staff, and drive quality improvements in...

2 weeks ago

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

$76K - $199K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role focused on sales growth and customer engagement in the healthcare sector. Utilize your analytical skills and product knowledge to develop strategies that enhance...

Florida, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Drive the success of clinical trials by managing operations, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve high-quality outcomes while adhering to budget and timelines...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Deliver exceptional clinical trial management by overseeing operations, ensuring adherence to protocols and standards, and fostering collaboration with diverse teams to drive high-quality outcomes acr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate clinical research compliance by coordinating regulatory activities, mentoring specialists, and ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations. Collaborate with diverse teams to streamline...

3 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform program management by leading initiatives that enhance undersea warfare capabilities. Collaborate with Navy stakeholders to ensure successful execution of complex projects while driving stra...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in client reporting governance, ensuring accuracy and consistency across multiple teams while managing initiatives from planning to implementation to enhance stakeholder confidence and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence in medical material review, ensuring compliance and quality. Oversee workflow, manage stakeholder interactions, and optimize processes to support commercialization goals i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Manage daily unit operations and coordinate nursing care, ensuring patient safety and staff compliance. Lead a team of nurses, fostering teamwork and continuous improvement while maintaining high stan...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $222K *

Partner with us to advance human genetics-driven drug discovery, leading innovative projects and teams across multiple disease areas. Utilize your genetic expertise to drive strategic initiatives and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $205K *

Join a team that's pioneering quantitative modeling solutions to enhance risk assessment and valuation frameworks. Lead innovative AI/ML initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $98K *

Contribute to the operational execution of clinical trials, ensuring compliance and efficiency from start-up to close-out. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to track documentation, manage record...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic finance team to enhance accounting systems, drive financial discipline, and collaborate on product strategy. Own the monthly close, reporting, and in-house accounting functions while in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading process development and validation for biologics manufacturing. Mentor junior scientists while driving innovation and efficiency in GMP cell culture processes within a d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Develop robust AI evaluation environments for long-horizon workflows, addressing engineering and research challenges to enhance agent training and assessment, fostering innovation within complex syste...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$63K - $111K *

Elevate your career by managing academic personnel administration across multiple divisions, providing essential support in recruitment, onboarding, and faculty development while ensuring compliance w...

3 days ago

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

$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...

3 days 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...

3 days 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...

3 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Join a cutting-edge team as a Senior Recruiter, responsible for sourcing and hiring top-tier quantitative researchers and data scientists to fuel innovative AI-driven investment strategies, enhancing...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform our supply chain by uniting demand and supply analytics with hands-on planning and automation. Drive performance, enhance reporting, and design digital workflows to ensure seamless execution...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$67K - $101K *

Explore a dynamic role supporting RNAi therapeutic programs, contributing to study design and execution in rodent models. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to advance innovative research and p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$67K - $101K *

Join a team that's dedicated to discovering and validating novel RNAi targets. Collaborate in a dynamic lab environment to generate impactful data across various disease areas, supporting the developm...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $142K *

Champion patient care by delivering culturally sensitive nursing across diverse age groups in multiple clinics. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care while adapting to changin...

2 days ago

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

$74K - $106K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to execute statistical analyses, develop datasets, and ensure quality deliverables in clinical and translational research, contributing t...

1 week ago

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

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.