Remote Senior Research Associate — AI‑Driven Insights

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) matching

Remote work flexibility in US with LA-

Job summary

Ladders invites applications for a Sr. Research Associate to lead open-ended research initiatives and translate questions into practical insights. You will synthesize findings, identify key uncertainties, and support fast-paced decision making. Collaborations and lightweight tooling are part of the role.

The position emphasizes hands-on research, strong writing, and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities in a remote setup within the United States.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of relevant experience with a bachelor's degree.
• Strong analytical and reasoning abilities for unfamiliar questions.
• Proficient in using AI tools for research and data analysis.
• Able to navigate ambiguity and iterate on vague briefs.
• Self-directed with a willingness to learn from colleagues.
• Startup-oriented mindset seeking challenging work over corporate structure.
• Excellent writing to communicate research findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct open-ended research projects using online resources.
• Transform complex findings into organized outputs like matrices and briefs.
• Develop analyses highlighting key findings and uncertainties.
• Leverage AI tools to enhance research efficiency and breadth.
• Create lightweight tools or scrapers for specific projects.
• Manage multiple research requests and shifting priorities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Reasoning skills

AI tools for research

Ambiguity navigation

Self-directed

Excellent writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Ladders invites applications for a Sr. Research Associate to lead open-ended research initiatives and translate questions into practical insights. You will synthesize findings, identify key uncertainties, and support fast-paced decision making. Collaborations and lightweight tooling are part of the role.

The position emphasizes hands-on research, strong writing, and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities in a remote setup within the United States.