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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$122K *

Champion project success by leading interdisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions in the biotech and pharma sectors. Drive milestone achievement, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage clinical research sites, ensuring compliance and quality throughout all study phases. Build strong relationships, oversee monitoring activities, and contribute to tea...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K *

Unlock potential by leveraging complex criminal justice data to drive impactful analyses, collaborate with diverse teams, and enhance tools that support informed decision-making within the criminal ju...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join our Clinical Science team to enhance data integrity in CNS trials by conducting meticulous reviews of clinical interviews, ensuring protocol compliance, and guiding site interventions as a Clinic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$178K - $232K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $189K *

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$68K - $113K *

Unlock new discoveries by performing molecular biology experiments, DNA sequencing, and data analysis in a collaborative lab environment. Contribute to innovative research that enhances our understand...

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

$69K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining research excellence by leading complex custom projects. You'll drive insights for top brands, manage client relationships, and mentor junior researchers while ensuring hi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$65K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research by leading the preparation and quality control of critical medical documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance while collaborating with cros...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$199K - $276K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$158K - $197K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career with a pivotal role in clinical research, leading oncology studies and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure scientific excellence and regulatory compliance while m...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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Engineer advanced AI/ML solutions to enhance team productivity. Collaborate with a cutting-edge research team to develop state-of-the-art models and tackle complex challenges in large language models...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions by leading model architecture and data analysis. Collaborate with engineers and domain experts to transform large datasets into impactful applications, shaping the futu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in project management, coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget while fostering stakeholder engagement and team development...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $210K *

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $148K *

Shape the future of user experience research by leading impactful studies that enhance academic content engagement and drive strategic improvements in digital research tools for higher education and l...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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Join a team that's optimizing medical cost management and driving financial performance across Commercial lines. Leverage your expertise in healthcare economics to influence strategic contracting and...

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  •   8 - 10 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.