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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

Sort By: Relevance

$130K - $155K *

Drive strategic nursing initiatives across oncology franchises, ensuring effective execution of portfolio strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize resources and enhance field pe...

Charlotte, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping oncology nursing strategies across multiple franchises. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance field execution, optimize operations, and drive impactful educa...

Miami, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic nursing initiatives by translating oncology portfolio priorities into actionable plans. Collaborate across functions to enhance field performance and ensure compliance, while leveragin...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic nursing initiatives across oncology franchises, ensuring effective execution of portfolio strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize resources and enhance field pe...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and excellence in clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and site personnel to manage monitoring activities, uphold regulatory sta...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Consultant, leading municipal financial analyses and strategies. Drive impactful projects for local governments, enhancing service delivery and sustainability while dev...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $128K *

Analyze and monitor security alerts, investigate threats, and enhance SOC processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure cybersecurity measures are effective, while documenting incidents and providing te...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $128K *

Elevate cybersecurity operations by monitoring threats, analyzing network traffic, and coordinating incident responses. Collaborate with teams to enhance security measures and mentor junior analysts w...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing complex operational workflows that enhance service delivery and client experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement...

Johnson City, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$162K - $243K *

Lead a dynamic team in managing complex clinical research trials, ensuring strategic execution and client satisfaction. Drive project success through effective communication, budget oversight, and qua...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $243K *

Lead a dynamic team in managing complex clinical research trials, ensuring project execution aligns with strategic objectives. Drive process improvements and maintain client relationships while overse...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$158K - $195K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of agriculture and technology by leading strategic engagement with key stakeholders in the pork value chain, driving commercialization efforts, and fostering in...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Drive impactful cybersecurity solutions by executing advanced penetration tests, managing engagements, and providing strategic guidance on security architecture, while fostering team collaboration and...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform cybersecurity practices by delivering high-quality penetration tests, managing engagements, and providing strategic guidance on security architecture. Collaborate with teams to enhance mobil...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $250K *

Lead the charge in resource geology by developing geological models and ensuring compliance with international standards. Oversee technical reports and mentor teams while driving business development...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$245K - $260K *

Join a team that's redefining Digital Employee Experience and Unified Observability. As a Solutions Engineer, you'll partner with sales to drive technical strategies, solve complex challenges, and enh...

Ararat, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $300K *

Grow your career with a fully remote opportunity interpreting breast imaging studies. Join a supportive, physician-led practice offering flexible scheduling and competitive compensation, focusing on e...

Texas, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead compliance excellence by conducting quality reviews, enhancing processes, and providing expert guidance to ensure timely, accurate client service and adherence to regulatory standards in a dynami...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $109K *

Optimize global regulatory activities for medical devices, ensuring compliance in labeling, UDI, and product data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product registrations and maintain...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$183K - $216K *

Take ownership of the scientific and product roadmap for monetization, leading audience creation and measurement methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy and in...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing daily functions, enhancing customer satisfaction, and fostering innovation. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage projects and maintain high-quality standa...

Charlotte, NCRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead advanced SAS programming efforts to support Phase I-IV clinical trials, ensuring data integrity and compliance with CDISC standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-qualit...

Cambridge, MARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion project management excellence to boost organizational efficiency and client satisfaction. Guide and develop teams while liaising with sponsors and vendors to ensure project success. Lead init...

Kentucky, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$111K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Science Lead, driving analytical strategies and enhancing mission-critical capabilities for national security. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to tackle compl...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on enhancing ingress proxy services. You'll drive security and performance improvements, owning features from design to production while collabora...

CanadaRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.