Senior Researcher Jobs in New Jersey

Senior Researcher jobs in New Jersey are open across Princeton, Piscataway, and Somerset and other New Jersey metros, with employers like Legend Biotech, Colgate-Palmolive, and Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles82+
Top employerLegend Biotech
Top cityPrinceton, NJ
Cities hiring34
Work type77% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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Sanofi
Digital Consumer Experience Senior Researcher
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Sanofi
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Digital Consumer Experience Senior Researcher
Sanofi
Morristown, New Jersey
Product Management
$90k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Princeton University
Senior Research Specialist
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Senior Research Specialist
Princeton University
Princeton, New Jersey
Research & Academia
Project & Program Management
Data Science & Analytics
Data Science
$60k - $75k/yr
On-Site
Master's
5,001-10,000

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Princeton University
Senior Research Specialist I
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Senior Research Specialist I
Princeton University
Princeton, New Jersey
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
$60k - $75k/yr
On-Site
Master's
5,001-10,000

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Rutgers University
Senior Research Specialist
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Rutgers University
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Senior Research Specialist
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, New Jersey
Research & Academia
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
$82k - $126k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Hackensack Meridian Health
Senior Research Specialist
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Hackensack Meridian Health
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Senior Research Specialist
Hackensack Meridian Health
Nutley, New Jersey
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Clinical Trials
$50k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Senior Researcher Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Princeton
11 jobs
Piscataway
9 jobs
Somerset
6 jobs
Bridgewater
5 jobs
Cranbury
4 jobs
Branchburg
3 jobs
Jersey City
3 jobs
New Brunswick
3 jobs
Nutley
3 jobs

Senior Researcher Job Market in New Jersey

A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Legend Biotech
    Legend Biotech6
  • Colgate-Palmolive
    Colgate-Palmolive5
  • Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
    Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences5
  • Amneal Pharmaceuticals
    Amneal Pharmaceuticals4
  • Celgene Corporation
    Celgene Corporation4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals48
  • Consulting & Professional Services12
  • Chemicals & Materials11
  • Science & Research5
  • Education4

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in senior researcher jobs across New Jersey.

  • Advanced degree in a relevant discipline such as social science, public policy, or life sciences
  • Demonstrated experience designing and leading independent research projects end to end
  • Proficiency in statistical or qualitative analysis tools such as R, Stata, Python, NVivo, or SPSS
  • Strong record of peer-reviewed publication, policy reports, or equivalent research output
  • Ability to translate complex findings into clear written reports and presentations for non-specialist audiences
  • Experience managing junior researchers, research assistants, or cross-functional project teams

Senior Researcher Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How many senior researcher jobs are there in New Jersey?

There are 82+ senior researcher openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Princeton, Piscataway, and Somerset. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.

Which New Jersey cities have the most senior researcher jobs?

Princeton, Piscataway, and Somerset have the most senior researcher openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire senior researchers in New Jersey?

Employers hiring senior researchers in New Jersey include Legend Biotech, Colgate-Palmolive, and Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote senior researcher jobs in New Jersey?

Yes. About 23% of senior researcher openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Jersey metros.

How do I apply for senior researcher jobs in New Jersey?

You can apply to senior researcher jobs in New Jersey directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Jersey location, then apply to each one that fits.

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