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.
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Senior Quality Operations Specialist, CAP & Monitoring
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Elevate quality operations by leading corrective action plans (CAPs) for regulatory compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive accountability, resolve barriers, and ensure sustained...
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Director of Research - Cybersecurity
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Clinical Applications Specialist - Monitoring Systems
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Lead Clinical Research Associate
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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.