Research Jobs

Research jobs are open across academia, pharmaceuticals, technology, healthcare, and government agencies, at every level from research assistant to principal investigator and research director, with specializations in clinical research, market research, and data-driven scientific inquiry. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles3,779+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerUT Southwestern Medical Center
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type46% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Independence Blue Cross
Sr Research Healthcare Analyst - Hybrid (PA/NJ/DE)
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Sr Research Healthcare Analyst - Hybrid (PA/NJ/DE)
Independence Blue Cross
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Business Analyst
Compliance & Risk
Data Analytics
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in statistics
1,001-5,000

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Hologic
Research Associate, Microbiology
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Research Associate, Microbiology
Hologic
San Diego, California
Biotech & Life Sciences
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Laboratory Research
$49k - $73k/yr
Master's degree in microbiology
5,001-10,000

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University of Utah
Postdoctoral Researcher
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University of Utah
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Postdoctoral Researcher
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Clinical Trials
$50k - $72k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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University of Kentucky
Postdoctoral Research Associate
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University of Kentucky
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Postdoctoral Research Associate
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Clinical Trials
$61k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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University of Illinois
Research Associate I
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University of Illinois
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Research Associate I
University of Illinois
Chicago, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Support
$21 - $32/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Research Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • UT Southwestern Medical Center
    UT Southwestern Medical Center57
  • The University of Michigan
    The University of Michigan49
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
    Massachusetts General Hospital49
  • JPMorganChase
    JPMorganChase45
  • University of Minnesota
    University of Minnesota45

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education317
  • Healthcare & Medical Services106
  • Science & Research34
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals19
  • Consulting & Professional Services19

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in research jobs.

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in a relevant scientific, social, or technical discipline
  • Hands-on experience designing and executing quantitative or qualitative research studies
  • Proficiency in statistical software such as R, Python, SPSS, SAS, or Stata
  • Ability to synthesize findings and communicate results through written reports and presentations
  • Experience managing IRB protocols, data governance requirements, or regulatory documentation
  • Familiarity with literature review processes, citation management tools, and research databases

Tips for Your Research Job Search

Tailor your resume to the methodology

Hiring managers in research scan for the specific methods you've used, whether that's qualitative coding, randomized controlled trials, or regression modeling. Name the exact techniques and tools in your experience bullets, not just the topic area you studied.

Lead with publications and presentations

Research roles weight your documented output heavily. List peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and technical reports near the top of your resume, even if they were co-authored, and note your specific contribution to each.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists research openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without hunting across multiple sources.

Filter by your domain before applying broadly

Research is hired differently in clinical, market, policy, and academic settings. Target your search to your domain first so your resume reads as a specialist, not a generalist, and your cover letter can speak to the specific research questions that sector cares about.

Prepare a methods walkthrough for interviews

Many research interviews include a methodological deep-dive where the panel asks you to defend a study design or critique an existing one. Practice walking through a project you led, covering your sampling approach, controls, and how you handled limitations or unexpected results.

Negotiate scope and resources, not just salary

In research roles, the lab budget, data access, and time allocated to independent projects often determine what you can actually accomplish. Before accepting an offer, ask directly about equipment budgets, data licensing, and whether publications are supported on company time.

Research Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most researchs?

The companies hiring the most researchs right now include UT Southwestern Medical Center, The University of Michigan, and Massachusetts General Hospital, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is particularly concentrated in pharmaceutical, technology, and government-contracting organizations with dedicated R&D functions.

How many research jobs are remote?

About 54% of research openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote work most common in market research, policy research, and data analysis roles where lab access or physical equipment is not required. Clinical, laboratory, and fieldwork-dependent positions remain predominantly on-site.

How do you become a research?

Start by completing a bachelor's degree in a field aligned with your target research area, such as biology, psychology, economics, or a related discipline. Build hands-on experience through internships, lab assistant roles, or academic thesis projects. Develop proficiency in at least one statistical or data analysis tool. For senior roles, a master's degree or doctorate is typically expected, along with a portfolio of published or presented work.

How do you get hired as a research with little or no experience?

Entry-level research roles often accept candidates who can demonstrate methodological training over direct industry experience. Highlight academic projects, thesis work, or independent studies that involved a defined research question, data collection, and written findings. Research assistant positions at universities, think tanks, or clinical sites are a reliable entry point that builds the documentation trail employers look for in more senior hires.

What does the research interview process look like?

Most research interviews include an initial screening call focused on your background and familiarity with the organization's domain, followed by a technical or methodological round where you discuss a past project in depth or respond to a case study. Later rounds often involve presenting a work sample or literature summary to a panel, with final interviews covering collaboration style and how you handle ambiguous or incomplete data.

Where can I find and apply to research jobs?

You can find and apply to research jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your background, experience level, and preferred industry, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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