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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$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$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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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $145K *

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

Florham Park, NJRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

Markham, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

West Chester, PARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $400K *

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Mountain View, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.