Explore Researcher Jobs

Researcher roles turn complex questions into evidence, insights, and discoveries that inform decisions and advance knowledge. From laboratory and clinical research to data science, market research, and policy analysis, researchers work across industries and disciplines. Explore vetted researcher opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders and find roles that match your expertise and career goals.

What Researchers Do

Researchers plan studies, gather and analyze information, evaluate findings, and communicate results. Depending on the role, work may involve designing experiments, managing datasets, reviewing literature, conducting interviews, developing models, or preparing reports and publications. Many positions also require collaboration with technical teams, business leaders, clinicians, or academic partners.

Researcher Career Paths

Research careers span areas such as biomedical and life sciences, pharmaceuticals, clinical trials, artificial intelligence, software, economics, finance, consumer insights, public policy, and academia. Job titles may include research scientist, clinical researcher, data researcher, market researcher, research analyst, and principal investigator. Responsibilities and qualifications vary by specialty and employer.

Skills and Qualifications

Successful researchers bring strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, clear communication, and sound judgment. Depending on the field, employers may seek experience with statistical methods, programming, laboratory techniques, research ethics, study design, or specialized tools and subject-matter knowledge. Advanced degrees are common in some scientific and academic roles, while industry positions may prioritize applied experience and demonstrable results.

Find High-Paying Researcher Jobs

Use Ladders to explore vetted researcher jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by specialty, seniority, location, and employer, and focus your search on positions that align with your skills and preferred career direction.

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$76K - $199K *

Transform your career by driving sales and building relationships in the healthcare sector. Engage with customers through innovative strategies, leveraging your analytical skills and product knowledge...

Michigan, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $90K *

Join a team that's enhancing healthcare through expert support of EHR systems. Lead optimization initiatives, mentor junior analysts, and collaborate with diverse teams to improve clinical and operati...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $103K *

Engage with a dynamic team to drive successful execution of HEOR projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes through strategic portfolio management and collaboration with cross-functi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Drive product growth through data analysis and experimentation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user adoption and engagement. Utilize statistical methods to illuminate user journe...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $170K *

Lead the charge in human-centered research, guiding projects from planning to analysis. Utilize primary research methods to enhance client programs and customer experiences, while managing multiple en...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $250K+*

Join a team that's at the forefront of clinical research, overseeing site management and ensuring compliance throughout all study phases, while contributing to impactful oncology studies and enhancing...

Durham, NCRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $171K *

Champion advanced machine learning techniques to develop multimodal AI systems in biomedical applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance personalized oncology diagnostics and im...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Unlock insights through quantitative analysis and research, shaping energy policy scenarios while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance philanthropic grantmaking efforts and present findings thro...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Champion clinical innovation by leading Phase I-IV studies, utilizing advanced statistical methods to drive insights and enhance decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure succ...

Cambridge, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $150K *

Drive impactful research and project management initiatives focused on AI's labor and economic effects. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to develop a comprehensive research agenda and deliver act...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$75K - $128K *

Lead research administration efforts by managing pre- and post-award activities, overseeing budgeting, payroll, and operations for complex studies, while ensuring compliance and enhancing processes wi...

St. Louis, MORemote

4 days ago

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

$101K - $142K *

Transform compensation consulting by developing and administering programs, analyzing market data, and providing expert guidance to clients, all while ensuring project deliverables are met in this dyn...

Ohio, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion our security posture by designing and automating detection and response systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance incident response and improve security practices, ensuring...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $225K *

Champion risk management strategies for a large-scale industrial project, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring informed decision-making and project succe...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining AI solutions by rapidly delivering innovative, client-focused engagements. Collaborate with stakeholders to architect impactful agentic solutions that drive business valu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate customer experiences by conducting research and analysis to identify stakeholder needs and opportunities. Utilize strategic communications and engagement to translate insights into actionable...

Mclean, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving innovation by building AI-powered tools for a vibrant community of diverse software engineers. You'll blend hands-on engineering with community management to enhance technic...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative eDiscovery solutions by managing complex projects, collaborating with legal teams, and mentoring staff. Ensure quality deliverables while exceeding client expectations through exper...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of complex clinical trials by managing project teams, timelines, and budgets across various phases of drug development while ensuring stakeholder satisfaction and regulatory compliance...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive incident response excellence by coordinating complex IT incidents, fostering cross-team collaboration, and producing clear, executive-ready communications to mitigate mission impact and enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead high-profile statistical projects, ensuring rigorous evidence generation by collaborating with multi-functional teams to design studies and analyze data effectively...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Drive the configuration and enhancement of Workday Absence, Time Tracking, and Benefits systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and support for global employee...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $106K *

Shape the future of research administration by managing grant lifecycles, overseeing compliance, and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure successful project execution and financial integrity in...

Madison, WIRemote

1 week ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Tackle complex optimization challenges by developing scalable decision systems in supply chain operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytical models, ensuring alignment with...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion clinical excellence by overseeing studies with a blend of remote and on-site monitoring. Leverage your expertise in CNS, oncology, or metabolic indications to ensure compliance and enhance si...

San Diego, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a researcher do?question toggle

    A researcher investigates questions by planning studies, collecting and analyzing evidence, interpreting results, and sharing findings. Specific duties depend on the field and may include experiments, data analysis, interviews, literature reviews, or reports.

  • What types of researcher jobs are available?question toggle

    Researcher opportunities include roles in life sciences, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, technology, data science, finance, market research, economics, public policy, and academia. Titles can include research scientist, clinical researcher, research analyst, and principal investigator.

  • What qualifications do researcher jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements vary by specialty. Employers may look for a relevant degree, research or industry experience, analytical and communication skills, and expertise in methods or tools such as statistical analysis, programming, laboratory techniques, or clinical study design.

  • Can researchers earn $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Compensation depends on factors such as specialty, experience, location, employer, and seniority. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

  • How can I find researcher jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse researcher listings on Ladders and narrow your search by specialization, location, seniority, and other preferences to find opportunities that fit your background and goals.