How much does a Research Doctor make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Research Doctor in the United States is $102 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $88 and $114. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Research Doctor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Research Doctor Salary $76 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Research Doctor Salary $88 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Research Doctor Salary $102 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Research Doctor Salary $114 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Research Doctor Salary $125 US March 26, 2024
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What is a Research Doctor ?

Research associates are researchers (scholars and professionals) that usually have an advanced degree beyond a bachelor's degree. The research associate position does not explicitly require mentoring and is a regular staff position with appointment letters processed by Human Resources. In contrast to a research assistant, a research associate often has a graduate degree, such as a master's (e.g. Master of Science) or in some cases Master of Engineering or a doctoral degree (e.g. Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Pharmacy). In some cases it can be synonymous with postdoctora...

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SQRL - North Chicago , IL
HIGHLIGHTS Opportunity to continue or break into clinical research! Be responsible for the success of various trials, working directly with the Principal Investigator/Physician Work with a small team = bigger influence on day-to-day! THE COMPANY Our client is a local clinical research company near Uptown Chicago that specializes in General Medicine clinical trials. Their goal is to serve the community and they are dedicated to providing the utmost quality care for their patients. They are looking to bring on a Clinical Research Physician Assistant (Sub-Investigator) to their team! THE ROLE As a Clinical Research Physician Assistant (Sub-Investigator), you will play a key role in conducting clinical trials and ensuring their success by following Good Clinical Practices (GCPs) and the company's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). You will collaborate with the Principal Investigator, monitor study participants, and maintain accurate study documentation. This position requires strong org
- 1 day ago
THIS ROLE IS FULL-TIME We are seeking a qualified and motivated physician interested to work as a Clinical Research Principal Investigator and join our dynamic team. As a key member of our clinical research site network, the Principal Investigator will play a crucial role in leading and overseeing clinical trials, ensuring the highest standards of research conduct and ethical practices. Responsibilities: Serve as the principal investigator for clinical trials conducted within our site network. Design and develop research protocols, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Lead the screening of eligible participants for clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including research coordinators, data managers, and regulatory affairs, to ensure seamless trial execution. Conduct thorough and accurate assessments of study participants, adhering to protocol guidelines. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant therapeutic areas and research meth
- 1 day ago
THIS ROLE CAN BE EITHER FULL OR PART TIME! We are seeking a qualified and motivated dermatologist interested to work as a Clinical Research Principal Investigator and join our dynamic team. As a key member of our clinical research site network, the Principal Investigator will play a crucial role in leading and overseeing clinical trials, ensuring the highest standards of research conduct and ethical practices. Responsibilities: Serve as the principal investigator for clinical trials conducted within our site network. Design and develop research protocols, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Lead the screening of eligible participants for clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including research coordinators, data managers, and regulatory affairs, to ensure seamless trial execution. Conduct thorough and accurate assessments of study participants, adhering to protocol guidelines. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant therapeutic
- 1 day ago
THIS ROLE CAN BE EITHER FULL OR PART TIME! We are seeking a qualified and motivated neurologist interested to work as a Clinical Research Principal Investigator and join our dynamic team. As a key member of our clinical research site network, the Principal Investigator will play a crucial role in leading and overseeing clinical trials, ensuring the highest standards of research conduct and ethical practices. Responsibilities: Serve as the principal investigator for clinical trials conducted within our site network. Design and develop research protocols, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Lead the screening of eligible participants for clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including research coordinators, data managers, and regulatory affairs, to ensure seamless trial execution. Conduct thorough and accurate assessments of study participants, adhering to protocol guidelines. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant therapeutic a
- 1 day ago
Medix™ - West Bend , WI
Job Summary: As a Principal Investigator at this Clinical site, you will be responsible for safety monitoring of the in house/post dose safety of study participants enrolled into clinical trials. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • To provide in house coverage to monitor and treat potential emergency medical situations for clinical trials participants including hypertensive crisis and cardiac emergencies. • Assessment of clinical data and clinical status of participants • Administration and/ or supervision of emergency drugs • Performing or supervising emergency medical procedures according to ACLS and/or protocol guidelines • Performing Physical Exams as needed • Decision on transfer of participants to local Emergency Rooms • Documentation of all occurrences • Review, initial and date all safety related data in a timely manner to include laboratory studies, ECGs and all other safety data as dictated by the study protocol. • Notification of Principal Investigator and study team of
- 2 days ago
Job Summary: As a Principal Investigator at this Clinical site, you will be responsible for safety monitoring of the in house/post dose safety of study participants enrolled into clinical trials. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To provide in house coverage to monitor and treat potential emergency medical situations for clinical trials participants including hypertensive crisis and cardiac emergencies. Assessment of clinical data and clinical status of participants Administration and/ or supervision of emergency drugs Performing or supervising emergency medical procedures according to ACLS and/or protocol guidelines Performing Physical Exams as needed Decision on transfer of participants to local Emergency Rooms Documentation of all occurrences Review, initial and date all safety related data in a timely manner to include laboratory studies, ECGs and all other safety data as dictated by the study protocol. Notification of Principal Investigator and study team of any emergency sit
- 3 days ago

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