Have you always felt that you're good at finding information, comparing sources, spotting patterns, and turning your findings into something useful? If so, then you should consider doing research work from home.
Remote research work shows up in more industries than you might expect. Companies hire researchers for user experience, finance, healthcare, cybersecurity, market analysis, clinical trials, and more.
You will see that some of the work is specialized, but then others are beginner-friendly.
Below is a quick look at what remote research jobs involve, the skills employers usually want, and 10 research jobs that are open now.
So, What Are Research Jobs?
Research jobs involve finding, checking, analyzing, and organizing information so a company can make better decisions.
Depending on the job, you might interview customers, run surveys, investigate policies, analyze large datasets, study competitors, review scientific information, or turn raw findings into reports and recommendations.
“Researcher” is not one single career path, though. An internet researcher may spend most of the day finding and verifying information online, while for example a UX researcher studies how people use products.
As another example, a research analyst may work heavily with spreadsheets and data, and then a clinical researcher may help monitor medical studies.
What Kind of Skills and Experience Do I Need to Do Research Work Remotely?
The requirements vary a lot. Some research jobs are early-career, while highly specialized roles may require a degree and several years of experience.
In general, employers want people with strong online research skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, clear writing, and the ability to organize information.
Spreadsheet skills are also going to be useful for many roles, while data-heavy positions may require SQL, Python, R, statistics, or visualization tools.
If you're just starting out, watch for titles such as research assistant, research specialist, junior analyst, research operations, and research coordinator. These will be the things to apply for.
What Companies Are Hiring People to Do Research Right Now?
The remote research jobs below were open when I checked them. Apply quickly if you see something that fits because remote job listings can close without much warning.
ICF – Survey Interviewer. Remote in AL, AR, GA, ID, IA, IN, KS, KY, LA, MS, MT, NV, NH, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WV, WI, and WY. Part-time/on-call, about 20–29 hours weekly. Conduct scripted telephone surveys and record responses. Education: High school diploma/GED. Experience: No specific research experience required; training is provided. Pay: $25,968–$44,146/year based on full-time employment; actual role is part-time.
Penn State – Part-Time Evening/Weekend Survey Research Telephone Interviewer. Remote work available depending on location and qualifications. Part-time, generally 8–20 hours weekly. Conduct telephone questionnaires for research projects and accurately record responses. Education: No degree requirement stated. Experience: No prior research or call-center experience required; paid training is provided. Pay: Pay not disclosed.
EMC Research – Strategy Associate. United States; remote. Full-time, generally 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Pacific with occasional evening/weekend work. Entry-level role assisting with questionnaires, data collection, analysis, reports, and research quality checks. Education: Bachelor's degree OR 2–3 years of related experience/training. Experience: No additional minimum professional experience required. Up to 10% travel. Pay: Starts at $25/hour.
Boston Medical Center – Research Assistant, Pediatrics. United States; remote. Full-time, 40 hours weekly. Assist with questionnaires, data collection and entry, literature searches, reports, recruitment, scheduling, and research records. Education: Bachelor's degree required by hire. Experience: One to two years of public health experience is preferred, not required. Background check and medical clearance required. Pay: $16.35–$22.84/hour.
American Institutes for Research – Project Assistant, Healthcare Transformation. United States; remote. Full-time. Support research-related projects with reports, presentations, databases, data entry, documentation, scheduling, and project tracking. Education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 1–2 years of project coordination or administrative support. Reference and background checks required. Pay: $26–$32/hour.
Axle – Cybersecurity Research Assistant. United States; remote. Full-time, early-career role supporting cybersecurity controls and AI research infrastructure. Education: Associate's or bachelor's degree in IT, cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, or related field. Experience: Coursework, hands-on projects, home labs, or security exposure can count; role includes training and certifications. Pay: $85,000–$110,000/year.
Silna Health – Authorization and Verification Research Specialist. Remote; full-time, 40 hours weekly. Research insurance payer requirements, policy updates, authorization rules, portals, and documentation. Education: No degree requirement stated. Experience: Prior authorization and/or insurance verification experience in a healthcare clinic required. Equipment provided. Pay: Posting lists approximately $25–$28/hour across its sections.
Omniscient – Research Analyst. New York; remote with 100% remote flexibility. Full-time. Design original studies, analyze datasets, create visualizations, and turn findings into business stories. Education: Not stated. Experience: Must have designed original surveys or studies; strong quantitative analysis, writing, data visualization, and Python, R, or similar skills required. Pay: $70,000–$85,000/year.
Renaissance Learning – User Researcher II. United States; remote. Full-time. Conduct interviews, usability testing, surveys, card sorting, and mixed-method research. Education: Degree in HCI, anthropology, psychology, social science, design research, cognitive science, or related field. Experience: 3–5 years of UX research experience or equivalent education/experience. Pay: $82,200–$113,100/year.
Slingshot Aerospace – UX Researcher. Remote in AL, AZ, CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, KS, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, RI, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV. Education: Bachelor's in HCI, psychology, sociology, design, or related field. Experience: 3+ years in UX research or related work. Security-clearance eligibility required. Pay: Pay not disclosed.
Bellese – User Researcher II. United States; remote. Full-time. Conduct research for a healthcare/civic technology system and translate findings into product requirements. Education: Bachelor's degree required, although additional research experience may substitute. Experience: At least 3 years in service design, UX research, or human-centered design; application also references 5 years total work experience. Pay: $109,400–$142,800/year.
BrainChild Bio – Clinical Research Associate. United States; remote. Full-time. Support and monitor clinical trials and work with trial sites, vendors, and internal teams. Education: Bachelor's degree in a scientific or health-related field. Experience: Minimum 3 years of independent clinical-trial monitoring experience. Up to 75% travel required. Pay: Pay not disclosed.
YipitData – Research Analyst. United States; remote-friendly. Full-time. Use data to produce investment research and business insights. Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, statistics, or related field. Experience: 3+ years of equity research or management-consulting-style analytical writing. Pay: $150,000/year plus targeted bonus and equity.
Lightcast – Lead Research Analyst. United States; remote except AK, AR, CA, DE, MS, MT, NE, NM, ND, RI, SD, VT, WV, and WY. Full-time. Lead analytical research projects and turn large datasets into reports and recommendations. Education: Quantitative degree preferred. Experience: 5+ years in research, analytics, consulting, or related work; advanced SQL, Python, or similar skills required. Pay: Pay not disclosed.
Reddit – Senior UX Researcher, Consumer Product. United States; remote. Full-time. Lead qualitative and mixed-method research into how people discover, use, and participate in Reddit communities. Education: Master's degree, Ph.D., or equivalent experience in a research-related field. Experience: 6+ years of consumer-focused UX research. Pay: $167,500–$234,500/year.
None of Those Jobs a Fit for You? Here Are Some Other Ideas
You don't necessarily need “researcher” in your job title to get paid for research skills!
Freelance writing often involves researching unfamiliar topics, finding reliable sources, interviewing experts, and checking facts before you ever start writing. If that sounds appealing, I have a list of 60+ work-from-home writing jobs.
AI training and data annotation can involve a surprising amount of research. Depending on the project, you might verify facts, evaluate search results, compare AI-generated answers against reliable sources, or write researched responses. I have a list of companies offering real AI task work from home if you'd like to explore that.
Transcription is another possibility for people who are detail-oriented and good at checking names, terminology, locations, and unfamiliar references while working through audio. You can read more about how to become a transcriptionist and work from home.
Other research-heavy remote paths include prospect research for nonprofits, competitive intelligence, market research, fact-checking, search evaluation, grant research, and virtual assistant work that involves finding information for clients.
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If you're actively looking for research jobs from home, it may be a good idea to use the trial to see what else is available!
Good luck!
Anna Thurman is a work at home blogger and mom of two. She has been researching and reviewing remote jobs for over 15 years. Her findings are published weekly here at Real Ways to Earn.