Mid Level Research Team Lead Jobs

Mid level research team lead jobs go to researchers ready to own projects end to end, mentor junior team members, and drive methodological decisions with limited oversight. Openings are spread across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Technology & Software, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like JPMorganChase, Scale AI, and Houston Methodist hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles517+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerJPMorganChase
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type73% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Associate - Equity Research
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Associate - Equity Research
Clear Street
New York, New York
Finance
Accounting
Business Analysis
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
$100k - $150k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
201-500

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Research Coordinator II - Center for Children and Families
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Research Coordinator II - Center for Children and Families
Florida International University
Miami, Florida
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Project Management
$50k - $60k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Sr Clinical Research Coordinator - Cancer Center (Full Time, Days)
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Sr Clinical Research Coordinator - Cancer Center (Full Time, Days)
Nicklaus Children's Health System
Miami, Florida
Business Operations
Data Analytics
Project Management
IATA Certification
1,001-5,000

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Research Specialist - Social Sciences
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Research Specialist - Social Sciences
University of Illinois
Chicago, Illinois
Community & Nonprofit Services
Human Resources
Social Work & Counseling
$80k - $90k/yr
Master's degree in social science
10,000+

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Principal Researcher
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Principal Researcher
The University of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
$75k/yr
Hybrid
Doctorate
10,000+

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Mid Level Research Team Lead Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • JPMorganChase17
  • Scale AI16
  • Houston Methodist13
  • Emory University12
  • University of Miami11

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education140
  • Healthcare & Medical Services87
  • Technology & Software76
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals39
  • Science & Research36

Mid Level Research Team Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a mid level research team lead job?

Position yourself as someone who has moved beyond executing tasks to owning outcomes. Highlight projects where you set the research direction, made analytical decisions independently, and delivered results that influenced a team or product. Applications that show you have mentored peers, managed a research workstream, or presented findings to stakeholders stand out at this level, so lead with those examples in your resume and cover letter.

Which companies hire mid level research team leads?

Companies hiring mid level research team leads right now include JPMorganChase, Scale AI, and Houston Methodist, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large enterprises with dedicated research functions and growth-stage organizations building out their research capacity for the first time.

Are there remote mid level research team lead jobs?

Yes, though availability varies by industry and employer. About 27% of mid level research team lead openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in research-oriented roles where collaboration happens across tools and async workflows rather than a single office. On-site roles are still common in sectors where lab access or in-person fieldwork is part of the job.

How do I move up to a mid level research team lead role?

The path from entry level to mid level is built on accumulated ownership. Early in your career, focus on deepening your core research skills, then actively seek projects where you take the lead on design, analysis, or delivery rather than supporting someone else's work. Demonstrating that you can drive a project to completion, communicate findings clearly to non-research audiences, and informally guide less experienced colleagues is what distinguishes a mid level candidate from a junior one.

Which industries hire the most mid level research team leads?

Mid Level research team lead roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors invest heavily in research functions because data-driven decisions and iterative testing are central to how they develop products, refine strategies, and compete for users or customers.