Medical Research Scientist Salary in the United States

Medical Research Scientist Salary

How much does a Medical Research Scientist make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Medical Research Scientist in the United States is $94,342. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $84,331 to $106,560, with most professionals earning between $75,217 and $117,684.

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Medical Research Scientist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Medical Research Scientist Salary $75,217 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Medical Research Scientist Salary $84,331 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Medical Research Scientist Salary $94,342 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Medical Research Scientist Salary $106,560 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Medical Research Scientist Salary $117,684 US April 01, 2025
25% $84,331 10% $75,217 90% $117,684 75% $106,560 $94,342 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. Down a level:

    Clinical Research Associate II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. This Job:

    Medical Research Scientist

    4 - 7 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Clinical Research Manager

    5 + years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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106560
94342

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84331
106560
94342
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Medical Research Scientist in the United States. The base salary for Medical Research Scientist ranges from $84,331 to $106,560 with the average base salary of $94,342. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $84,331 to $106,560 with the average total cash compensation of $94,342.

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