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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bioanalytical Technical Proposal Manager
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of technical proposals by collaborating with cross-functional teams to create compelling, scientifically accurate documents that meet client needs and drive business success in the li...
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$66K - $106K *
Join a team that's dedicated to conducting thorough medical reviews and applying clinical judgment to ensure compliance and prevent fraud in healthcare claims. Collaborate with professionals to suppor...
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$73K - $102K *
Serve as a key contributor in developing SAP HR ABAP solutions, collaborating with teams to design, implement, and enhance systems that meet client needs while ensuring compliance and data accuracy in...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $160K *
Lead all HR functions in a dynamic biotech environment, enhancing employee experience and compliance while driving scalable processes and supporting leadership. Engage with teams to foster growth and...
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$88K - $154K *
Transform your career by leading full-lifecycle recruiting for federal proposals, focusing on defense and intelligence sectors. Collaborate with teams to develop strategies, source talent, and ensure...
Yesterday
$85K *
Explore, analyze, and visualize diverse datasets to inform and drive impactful changes in criminal justice. Collaborate with teams to support product launches and share findings, contributing to solut...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$110K *
Champion the clinical operations team, ensuring project success through resource management, process efficiencies, and compliance. Drive training, metrics development, and mentorship to enhance team c...
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$100K - $125K *
Transform audience engagement through data-driven strategies, focusing on segmentation, personalization, and campaign analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize digital marketing e...
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Epic Professional Billing Analyst 2
$70K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing Epic Resolute Professional Billing. Support daily operations, troubleshoot issues, and enhance workflows while collaborating with analysts and users to ensur...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Elevate security standards by leading bug bounty programs, conducting audits, and enhancing software supply chain security. Collaborate across teams to build innovative tools that protect users and en...
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$88K - $140K *
Shape the future of public service by leading technology consulting projects that enhance operational efficiency and strategic goals for state and local agencies, ensuring compliance and delivering im...
2 weeks ago
Director, Business Development
$145K *
Help us transform innovative ideas into life-saving solutions by leading business development efforts in the biotech and medtech sectors. Your expertise will drive client engagement and project succes...
3 weeks ago
$93K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team as you manage clinical data throughout study lifecycles, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data strategy and support innovative solu...
3 weeks ago
Associate Director, Study Start-Up
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in clinical study start-up operations, driving team development and ensuring timely site activation. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes, meet regulatory standards, and...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $145K *
Join a team that's advancing data analytics for VA modernization initiatives. Utilize SQL and Python to drive AI-enabled insights, enhance operational workflows, and support decision-making through ri...
3 days ago
Sr. Statistician, Client Intelligence
$151K - $207K *
Join a dynamic team as you leverage statistical expertise to enhance healthcare insights, mentor analysts, and drive impactful data-driven decisions through collaboration and innovative methodologies...
4 weeks ago
Senior Defined Benefit Data Analyst/Scientist
$85K - $95K *
Drive data quality and analysis in Defined Benefits administration, serving as a subject matter expert. Collaborate on data-intensive projects, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while supporting client...
2 days ago
Forward Deployed Process Consultant- R37
$113K - $226K *
Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare processes by bridging strategy and execution. Collaborate with teams to enhance coding workflows, drive change management, and ensure alignment with strategic...
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$90K - $140K *
Join our dynamic team as a Senior Medical Writer, where you'll lead the creation of critical regulatory documents for clinical trials, ensuring accuracy and compliance while managing client relationsh...
2 weeks ago
Senior Clinical Research Associate - Oncology (US, East Coast)
$97K - $193K *
Lead and oversee clinical research activities across multiple sites, ensuring compliance and efficient operations throughout all study phases while collaborating with site staff to drive success in on...
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$66K - $125K *
Manage clinical monitoring and site management processes, ensuring compliance with protocols, ICH-GCP guidelines, and regulations. Conduct remote/on-site visits, facilitate communication, and support...
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Staff Data Scientist - Payments
$195K - $257K *
Lead the charge in transforming data into strategic insights, driving product innovation and decision-making by leveraging advanced analytics and quantitative methods, while influencing product strate...
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$117K - $201K *
Advance the field of epidemiology by designing and executing real-world evidence studies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address evidence gaps and support product lifecycle needs, ensuring...
Yesterday
$175K - $400K *
Elevate your career by leading strategic sourcing for datacenter rack development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive supplier strategies, manage vendor relationships, and ensure quality...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead and mentor a global team overseeing clinical trial supply operations. Drive compliance and operational excellence across clinical logistics activities, ensuring timely delivery of materials that...
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What does a researcher do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.