Explore Senior Researcher Jobs

Senior researchers lead and advance research programs, turning complex questions into rigorous studies and actionable insights. Browse vetted senior researcher opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more across industries such as technology, healthcare, finance, academia, and life sciences.

What Senior Researchers Do

Responsibilities vary by discipline, but senior researchers commonly shape research agendas, design methodologies, analyze and interpret data, and communicate findings to technical and executive audiences. They may mentor research teams, manage projects and budgets, publish or present results, and partner with product, clinical, policy, or business teams to apply discoveries.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek deep subject-matter expertise, strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, and a record of conducting high-quality research. Depending on the role, qualifications may include an advanced degree, experience with statistical analysis or specialized laboratory methods, proficiency with relevant research tools, and a history of publications, patents, or successful research programs. Clear writing, collaboration, project leadership, and ethical research practices are valuable across fields.

Senior Researcher Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on industry, location, specialization, education, and scope of responsibility. Senior researcher roles can offer competitive salaries, particularly in sectors where advanced technical knowledge and research leadership are in demand. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore opportunities aligned with their expertise.

Find Senior Researcher Roles on Ladders

Search senior researcher jobs by specialty, location, and employer to identify roles that fit your career goals. Review each listing for its responsibilities and requirements, then tailor your application to highlight relevant research outcomes, leadership experience, and measurable impact.

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$100K - $120K *

Champion the recruitment of top technical talent by leveraging innovative sourcing techniques and building strong client relationships to enhance talent acquisition strategies and drive organizational...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of sheet metal formability by leading R&D efforts, conducting experiments, and collaborating with teams to enhance product design and performance in industrial stamping processes...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$195K - $275K *

Empower the future of AI by architecting scalable networking solutions. Collaborate across teams to tackle memory bottlenecks and drive innovation in distributed AI infrastructure, shaping the next ge...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$195K - $275K *

Shape the future of AI infrastructure by architecting scalable networking solutions. Collaborate across teams to tackle memory bottlenecks and drive innovation in AI systems, ensuring efficient data m...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$195K - $275K *

Shape the future of AI infrastructure by architecting scalable networking solutions. Collaborate across teams to tackle memory bottlenecks and drive innovation in AI systems, influencing product roadm...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$81K - $100K *

Drive impactful cannabis research by collecting, analyzing, and disseminating qualitative data. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance understanding of cannabis legalization's effects on public...

Today

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

$135K - $182K *

Drive Process Technology development within Health & Pharma by leveraging your expertise in chemical engineering. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify process improvements and foster leadership...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Elevate material innovation as a Senior R&D Specialist, collaborating with design leaders to translate historical aesthetics into luxury collections while ensuring quality and performance standards ar...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Engineer next-gen AppSec solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance detection capabilities and drive innovation in vulnerability research and autonomous pen-testing...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on innovative quantitative research in the pharmaceutical sector. Collaborate with experts to deliver impactful insights that enhance patient outc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $110K *

Transform pharmaceutical market research by leading innovative quantitative studies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering actionable insights that enhance client strategies and im...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$117K - $170K *

Manage and streamline administrative operations, supporting executives and teams by anticipating needs, resolving issues, and coordinating logistics for projects and events in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$228K *

Join a dynamic team to lead clinical trials, develop strategies, and ensure high-quality deliverables in oncology drug development while collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$190K - $245K *

Champion AI innovation by developing cutting-edge models that analyze real-time global data, enhancing threat intelligence and risk assessment. Collaborate with a diverse team to drive impactful solut...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $245K *

Transform real-time AI research into impactful solutions by developing advanced models and systems that analyze global data, enhancing threat intelligence and decision-making for organizations worldwi...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $190K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of AI research by developing self-improving machine learning systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to tackle challenges in learning, generalizat...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $274K *

Transform energy research and disclosures by leading strategic initiatives, managing cross-functional projects, and translating complex data for diverse audiences. Drive impactful insights to support...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing bridge safety through innovative hydraulic research. Oversee lab operations, manage projects, and mentor a skilled team while developing critical design guidance for engin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$207K - $300K *

Unlock potential by advancing AI through innovative reinforcement learning solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance foundational models, driving impactful improvements in AI capab...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative trading models for options, collaborating with experts to enhance trading strategies and achieve optimal performance in a dynamic, fast-paced environment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $119K *

Join us to innovate and drive the development of mRNA-based personalized cancer vaccines, shaping workflows and pioneering new approaches in a dynamic research environment...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $122K *

Join a dynamic team to advance LNP biology through in vitro and ex vivo assays, supporting targeted delivery programs and in vivo studies, while collaborating on data analysis and protocol development...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $123K *

Unlock your potential by leading fermentation operations and flow cytometry workflows. Drive product improvements and new developments in a fast-paced, collaborative environment focused on innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Advance the field of audio processing by designing algorithms and systems that transform large-scale speech datasets into high-quality insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance model quality and d...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Advance the field of research by applying simple yet scalable methods on large datasets, optimizing for efficiency and effectiveness in diverse multimodal applications. Collaborate closely with expert...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior researcher do?question toggle

    A senior researcher plans and leads research, selects appropriate methods, analyzes evidence, and communicates findings. Many also mentor colleagues, manage projects, and collaborate with teams that use research results.

  • What qualifications are typically required for senior researcher jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the field. Employers commonly look for substantial research experience, subject expertise, analytical skills, and sometimes a master's degree or PhD. Specialized methods, publications, or team leadership may also be required.

  • How much do senior researchers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by discipline, employer, location, and experience. Ladders features vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, including senior researcher opportunities when available.

  • Which industries hire senior researchers?question toggle

    Senior researchers work in areas such as technology, life sciences, healthcare, finance, consulting, government, and academia. Specific job titles and responsibilities differ across industries.

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    Browse senior researcher listings on Ladders and filter opportunities by relevant criteria such as location and specialty. Compare qualifications and responsibilities, and emphasize measurable research impact in your application.