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.
$120K - $180K *
Transform biological imaging with your expertise in AI and microscopy. Collaborate with engineers and scientists to define expert reasoning, curate datasets, and build analysis pipelines that set the...
1 week ago
$110K - $145K *
Strategize initiatives to enhance workforce alignment and Agile practices, driving high performance in IT services for federal clients while fostering a collaborative culture and supporting strategic...
1 week ago
Director, Applications, Lab Systems
$181K - $291K *
Lead the charge in managing the full systems development lifecycle for enterprise applications, ensuring data quality and integrity while evolving best practices across healthcare operations and suppo...
3 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Discover and attract top talent for clients by employing innovative sourcing techniques. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to enhance recruitment practices and immerse yourself in client cultures...
3 days ago
Senior Scientist, Analytical Science & Technology
$140K - $155K *
Pioneer your career in cell therapy innovation by leading method transfers and validations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive quality in late-stage clinical develo...
2 weeks ago
Neuroscience Specialist, Health and Science Professional - Reno, NV
$76K - $199K *
Accelerate your career by driving sales and building relationships in the healthcare sector. Engage with customers through innovative strategies, leveraging your expertise to promote breakthrough ther...
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$130K - $150K *
Lead the charge in driving impactful cybersecurity and AI risk programs, managing multidisciplinary teams, and translating complex findings into executive insights while fostering client relationships...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $138K *
Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing clinical trial activities, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations while fostering quality and continuous improvement across multiple sites in the...
4 days ago
Senior/Staff Engineer, Application & Product Security
$182K - $288K *
Lead the charge in embedding security into the software development lifecycle, scaling secure standards across engineering. Collaborate broadly within teams to promote a 'secure by default' culture wh...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$88K - $121K *
Empower healthcare teams by providing clinical support and training for vital sign and cardiology products. Collaborate with sales and customers to enhance product use and ensure educational goals are...
2 days ago
$120K - $250K *
Transform clinical trials by ensuring patient safety and scientific integrity. Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold regulatory standards and optimize study protocols, while providing expert medical...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion the success of a dynamic lab team by overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance, and driving performance. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes and maintain high-quality s...
3 weeks ago
$72K - $92K *
Advance your career by managing cultural resources projects, ensuring quality control, and fostering client relationships. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate and adapt methods, driving succes...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of data analytics in humanitarian services. Lead advanced data analysis, deliver insights, and develop visualizations to optimize decision-making and foster a data-driven culture acro...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Director Analyst - IAM & AI
$172K - $202K *
Lead the charge in delivering expert guidance on identity and access management technologies, focusing on architecting solutions and producing actionable research to enhance client performance and sec...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Healthcare Improvement Project Manager
$100K - $120K *
Manage the operational backbone of multiple HCI portfolios by coordinating and executing initiatives, engaging with diverse stakeholders, and overseeing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables fo...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Claims Examiner - Workers Compensation | Dedicated Client
$85K - $105K *
Drive the adjudication of complex workers compensation claims, ensuring timely resolutions and client satisfaction. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions while leveraging a g...
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Senior Clinical Research Associate - CNS - West Coast - Remote
$97K - $193K *
Drive your career by managing clinical research across sites, ensuring compliance and successful execution of studies. Use your expertise to maintain high standards and support critical research that...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Systems Engineer - Research Infrastructure & Lab Platforms - Government Customer
$120K - $140K *
Unlock potential by architecting and enhancing next-gen research platforms, driving automation and reliability to provide researchers with cutting-edge tools. Collaborate in a dynamic environment brid...
Reposted 1 week ago
Sr. Clinical Research Associate
$95K - $153K *
Champion the management of complex clinical studies, ensuring regulatory compliance, high-quality execution, and effective site oversight. Collaborate cross-functionally while mentoring junior CRAs to...
Reposted today
$150K - $180K *
Empower medical initiatives by leading project teams, providing strategic guidance, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while fostering high-performing teams in a dynamic environment...
1 week ago
Global Center for Health Security Project Manager II
$77K - $123K *
Lead the charge in overseeing project evaluation and performance measurement, collaborating with diverse teams to track outcomes and achieve program goals in a dynamic health security environment...
1 week ago
Global Product Manager, Spectroscopy & Systems Integration
$115K - $165K *
Drive product strategy and roadmap for spectroscopy technologies, integrating analytical solutions into bioprocessing systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product needs and enhan...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Analyze and evaluate network anomalies in a 24/7 SOC environment. Collaborate with analysts on cyber threats, develop incident reports, and enhance SOC processes. Build test labs for research and prov...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by contributing to critical security initiatives, leveraging your expertise in incident response, cryptographic modernization, and technical policy formulation to enhance enterpris...
3 days ago
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.