Principle Investigator Salary in Buffalo, NY

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How much does a Principle Investigator make in Buffalo, NY? The average Principle Investigator salary in Buffalo, NY is $91,982 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $76,351 and $115,146. Salary ranges 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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What is a Principle Investigator?

A Principle Investigator is responsible for leading and overseeing research projects, including designing and implementing experiments, analyzing data, and reporting findings. They are also responsible for securing funding for their research, managing a team of researchers, and ensuring that all work is conducted in accordance with ethical and regulatory guidelines. Principle Investigators often collaborate with other researchers and may also be involved in teaching and mentoring junior researchers. They play a crucial role in advancing scientific knowledge and are expected to have a deep understanding of their field of study and excellent leadership and communication skills.

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Gastroenterology, Experienced Part-Time Gastroenterology Sub-Investigator in Chattanooga, TN at M...

CS Wake Research - Chattanooga , TN

Are you a BC Gastroenterologist with experience as a Principle Investigator looking to work part-time as a Sub-Investigator? M3 Wake Research has an opportunity for you in Chattanooga, TN

PracticeMatch - 73 days ago

Research Associate Professor

George Mason University - Fairfax , VA

The incumbent is often a project Principle Investigator (PI) or Co-Principle Investigator (Co-PI), but sometimes performs another project role. Additionally, as a technology leader, strategist ...

The Washington Post - 42 days ago

Coordinator, Research Center

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science - North Chicago , IL

Position Summary The Research Center Coordinator works closely with the Center Director(s), Principle Investigators (PI's) and Research Staff to provide administrative support and coordination of ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 14 days ago

Animal Caretaker

BUFFALO INSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL - Buffalo , NY

Dispense medications to a variety of species as instructed by the Supervisor or Principle Investigator. * Cage processing and cleaning of animal rooms and ancillary facilities according to VMU SOP ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 17 days ago

Contracts Specialist

Weill Cornell Medicine - New York , NY

May collaborate with principle investigators and their staff to ensure appropriate and timely responses. * Acts as the liaison between sponsors and WCM for research processing operations including ...

LinkedIn - 8 days ago

Specialist, Sample Management

QPS, LLC - Newark , DE

Communicate issues found internally to Principle Investigators and externally to sponsor Work Location * This job will be 100% QPS-office/facility based, and will include some labwork Requirements

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 25 days ago

What does a Principle Investigator do?

Common responsibilities of a Principle Investigator

Communicate the research findings to stakeholders, including funding agencies, policymakers, and the public.

September 05, 2023

Ensure compliance with ethical and regulatory guidelines for research involving human subjects or animals.

September 23, 2023

Mentor and train junior researchers and students involved in the research project.

September 26, 2023

Analyze and interpret research data, and draw conclusions based on the findings.

October 15, 2023

Prepare and submit research findings for publication in academic journals and presentations at conferences.

October 16, 2023

Secure funding for the research project through grant applications and other funding sources.

October 24, 2023

Design and plan the research methodology and experimental protocols.

October 25, 2023

Develop and lead the research project, including setting the research goals and objectives.

October 30, 2023

Collaborate with other researchers and experts in the field to advance the research project.

November 14, 2023

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the research project, including managing research staff and resources.

November 23, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Principle Investigator in Buffalo, NY

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

76351

115146

91982

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

79259

129225

99095

What is the average salary for Principle Investigator in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Principle Investigator in Buffalo, NY. The base salary for Principle Investigator ranges from $76,351 to $115,146 with the average base salary of $91,982. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $79,259 to $129,225 with the average total cash compensation of $99,095.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$91,982	$76,351 - $115,146
Bonus	$7,112	$2,908 - $14,079
Total Pay	$99,095	$79,259 - $129,225

* 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.

Principle Investigator Salary Near Buffalo, NY

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Niagara Falls, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,533 - $115,421	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Jamestown, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $74,395 - $112,196	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Henrietta, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $77,434 - $116,780	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Rochester, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $77,434 - $116,780	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Erie, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,557 - $109,424	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Syracuse, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $78,122 - $117,816	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY

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About Buffalo, New York

Buffalo is the second largest city in the U.S. state of New York and the largest city in Western New York. As of July 2016[update], the population was 256,902. The city is the county seat of Erie County and a major gateway for commerce and travel across the Canada–United States border, forming part of the bi-national Buffalo Niagara Region. The Buffalo area was inhabited before the 17th century by the Native American Iroquois tribe and later by French settlers. The city grew significantly in the 19th and 20th centuries as a result of immigration, the construction of the Erie Canal and rail tra...

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