Sr. Research Associate

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

For our client, we are seeking a Sr. Research Associate to join the team of a leader in the Telecommunications & Hardware space.

This role will lead open-ended research efforts that help translate ambiguous questions into clear, organized insights. You will synthesize findings into practical outputs, identify key takeaways and uncertainties, and support decision-making in a fast-moving environment. The position also calls for strong collaboration, adaptability, and a hands-on approach to building lightweight research tools when needed.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $100,000 – $130,000 annually

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant experience with a bachelor's degree
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills for unfamiliar questions
• Proficient in using AI tools for research and data analysis
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and iterate on vague briefs
• Self-directed with a willingness to learn from experienced colleagues
• Startup-oriented mindset, seeking engaging challenges over corporate hierarchy
• Excellent writing skills for clear communication of research findings

Benefits

• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) matching
• Remote work flexibility within the US, with travel to Los Angeles

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.