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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$80K - $117K *

Elevate proposal development by collaborating with global teams to create high-quality, tailored proposals for Biologics and Drug Product offerings, ensuring alignment with customer needs and driving...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$173K - $310K *

Transform clinical AI solutions by leveraging your expertise in patient care and research. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance clinical accuracy and support strategic partnerships, ensuring the...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Empower businesses by analyzing transaction data and crafting actionable insights. Collaborate with sales to design solutions, build prototypes, and present findings to executives, driving enterprise...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $250K *

Lead the development of innovative AI solutions by engaging with top researchers and translating complex research objectives into actionable plans. Drive the growth of our Frontier AI unit through tec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $285K *

Drive the development of HPC supply chain frameworks for market intelligence and risk management. Collaborate with sourcing teams to analyze market trends, manage costs, and enhance supplier relations...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $275K *

Elevate technical excellence as the Chief Engineer, guiding multidisciplinary teams to ensure mission success through robust architecture, requirements management, and strategic decision-making in com...

Huntsville, ALRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare systems through data-driven insights and collaborative engagement. Drive performance improvement by managing analytics projects, delivering client solutions...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead client accounts, translating needs into effective strategies while fostering strong relationships and guiding junior members. Drive successful project execution and proacti...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$161K - $209K *

Advance analytics initiatives by developing machine learning models and experiments to enhance pro acquisition, activation, and retention, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$93K - $139K *

Transform user insights into impactful marketing strategies by conducting field research and testing tools in real-world environments. Collaborate with teams to visualize data and enhance product offe...

Calabasas, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$78K - $85K *

Lead the charge in executing influencer marketing projects from inception to completion, ensuring exceptional client service and strategic solutions while managing timelines, budgets, and cross-functi...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$121K - $176K *

Transform operational excellence by leading a team to implement Lean strategies, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and enhance safety, quality, and cost performance across multiple sites while...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $220K *

Shape the future of customer solutions by leading implementations and driving adoption of innovative technologies. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored architectural designs that meet strategic...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $154K *

Lead the charge in enhancing safety and quality standards; administer the Risk Program and conduct audits, assessments, and training. Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and imp...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$116K - $158K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives across a complex health system. As a key project manager, you'll oversee high-visibility projects, collaborate with leaders, and ensure successful exec...

Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$200K - $356K *

Join a dynamic team to foster partnerships with top research institutions, driving innovation and growth through strategic engagement and collaboration in scientific domains. Leverage your expertise t...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of data protection by leading a high-performing team of analysts. Drive incident response, enhance security strategies, and collaborate with clients to mitigate risks in a fast-paced...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$211K - $264K *

Champion transformative customer partnerships by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing performance, and driving operational excellence in complex healthcare environments. Collaborate with senior le...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving business development across a diverse portfolio, managing accounts, generating leads, and closing sales. You'll engage with clients to deliver customized solutions while ach...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Help us enhance operational efficiency as a Business Systems Analyst by analyzing systems, developing technology strategies, and implementing improvements that streamline processes and boost productiv...

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

$129K - $174K *

Lead a dynamic programming team to enhance data analysis strategies, ensuring high-quality biomedical data presentation while driving efficiency and innovation in a collaborative environment focused o...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $107K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing resident development through effective program management, collaboration with clinical leaders, and innovative professional development sessions to ensure a s...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower the Demand Generation Team by owning Network API use cases, translating complex technical capabilities into compelling market narratives and customer value propositions, while mentoring peers...

Orlando, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $184K *

Unlock potential by leading data science initiatives that drive optimization and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop advanced models and frameworks, delivering actionable in...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $100K *

Transform data into actionable insights, empowering operational leaders to enhance client performance and uncover strategic opportunities across diverse datasets and analytical challenges...

Irving, TXRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.