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Criminal Investigator

Golden, CO · On-site

$40.87 - $57.69/hr

Associate degree in any discipline (experience may be substituted for education) * Valid Colorado ... Background investigation to include a criminal, driving, reference, work, and credit history checks

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How much do investigation associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for investigation associate in the United States is $19.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Investigation Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Investigation Associate, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in criminal justice or a related field. Familiarity with investigation management software, databases, and evidence-handling protocols is often required. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and discretion are valuable soft skills that help build trust and uncover facts. These skills and qualities are crucial for conducting thorough investigations, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining integrity throughout the investigative process.

What does an Investigation Associate do?

An Investigation Associate is responsible for supporting investigations within an organization, often related to compliance, quality assurance, or internal audits. They gather and analyze data, prepare reports, and help ensure that any incidents or deviations are properly documented and resolved. This role may involve working closely with other departments to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions. Investigation Associates are commonly found in industries like pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and manufacturing, where regulatory compliance is crucial.

What are some common challenges Investigation Associates face when working on complex cases?

Investigation Associates often encounter challenges such as managing large volumes of data, meeting tight deadlines, and ensuring strict confidentiality. Balancing multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail can be demanding. Additionally, coordinating with cross-functional teams—such as legal, compliance, or law enforcement—requires strong communication skills and adaptability. Overcoming these challenges helps Investigation Associates develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills that are valuable for career advancement.
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Infographic showing various Investigation Associate job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,327 per year, or $19.9 per hour.
Research Associate - Sepsis Research

Research Associate - Sepsis Research

Northwell

New Hyde Park, NY • On-site

$66K - $86K/yr

Other

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Assists in various research projects and performs investigative research relating to specific research projects. Assists in carrying out clinical and research activities as directed.

Job Responsibility

1.Performs research and/or development work under the guidance of an investigator, associate investigator or assistant investigator.
2.Follows and adheres to experimental protocols in a proficient and meticulous manner.
3.Develops new experimental protocols, learns new experimental procedures as necessary.
4.Responsible for the collection of data and may contribute to the analysis and interpretation of research data.
5.Performs a variety of tasks, including but not limited to, completing correspondence, database maintenance, maintaining records, charts, etc.
6.Participates in laboratory meetings and journal
clubs as appropriate.
7.Operates with direct guidance and work assignments are generally straightforward and of moderate complexity.
8.Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but
considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification

  • Bachelor's Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
  • 0-1 years of relevant experience, required.
  • Bachelor's Degree with 4 years of relevant experience, or Master's Degree with 2 years of relevant experience, preferred.
  • Experience with designing and conducting experiments, strongly preferred
  • Expertise with mouse handling including managing mouse colonies, cell culture, ELISA assays, histology, microscopy, QRT-pcr, western blots, and flow cytometry, strongly preferred


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The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).