Medical Research Associate Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does a Medical Research Associate make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Medical Research Associate in Chicago, IL is $70,691. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $54,331 to a high of $87,849, with most professionals earning between $62,128 and $79,672.

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Prepare documents, reports including tables, charts and other graphical representation for internal, external or both audiences, including providing the background information and analysis.

December 11, 2022

Develop and implement a logic model to identify and document inputs, outputs, and short-, medium and long-term outcomes for research projects.

December 22, 2022

Develops techniques and expertise in one or more areas relevant to database development, data management, and data interpretation.

February 22, 2023

Manages the extraction, purification, and analysis of DNA and RNA from a variety of sources including human tissues.

February 27, 2023

Participate in grant writing, including generation of preliminary data, grant submission, and preparation of progress reports.

March 06, 2023

Assist in collecting the embryos/fetuses and the related data collection such as anatomical analysis and brightfield/confocal analysis of embryos/fetuses.

April 23, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Medical Research Associate in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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62128

79672

70691

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70936

What is the average salary for Medical Research Associate in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Medical Research Associate in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Medical Research Associate ranges from $62,128 to $79,672 with the average base salary of $70,691. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $62,323 to $80,002 with the average total cash compensation of $70,936.

View Average Salary for Medical Research Associate as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$70,691	$62,128 - $79,672
Bonus	$245	$195 - $330
Total Pay	$70,936	$62,323 - $80,002

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Medical Research Associate Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,128 - $79,672	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,128 - $79,672	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,056 - $79,580	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,104 - $79,641	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,104 - $79,641	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,829 - $78,007	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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