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Loyola University Chicago

Staff Scientist

Chicago, IL · On-site

Projects will be data-driven, using a reverse translational approach. Our recent work revealed that ... Salary or Hourly Rate $52,000/ann Special Instructions to Applicants As a Jesuit, Catholic ...

Mercor

ADC/Bispecifics R&D Scientist

New York, NY · On-site +1

$85 - $142/hr

... vivo/translational, pharmacology/PK-PD, toxicology, or CMC/formulation. * 5+ years of relevant ... Compensation & Legal * Hourly contractor Application Process (Takes 20-30 mins to complete)

Wyetech

Research Scientist 2 (50% Telework)

Laurel, MD

$82.05 - $111.11/hr

Knowledge of and experience with current Machine Learning and Machine Translation technologies ... Hourly pay rates listed for this position serve as a general guideline and are not a guarantee of ...

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How much do hourly translational scientist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly translational scientist in the United States is $122,738.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,500.00 and $136,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Translational Scientist vs Hourly Research Associate?

AspectHourly Translational ScientistHourly Research Associate
Required credentialsBachelor's or Master's in life sciences, relevant experienceBachelor's or Master's in related field, research experience
Work environmentLaboratories, clinical settings, research facilitiesLaboratories, academic or industry research labs
Employer usageBiotech, pharma, research institutionsUniversities, research institutes, biotech companies
Common search intentComparing roles in translational research, job responsibilitiesEntry-level research roles, lab work

The Hourly Translational Scientist typically focuses on applying research findings to develop clinical or practical solutions, requiring specific industry experience. The Hourly Research Associate often performs laboratory experiments and data collection, usually with less emphasis on translational aspects. Both roles are common in biotech and research settings, but the Translational Scientist role emphasizes bridging lab research with real-world applications.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Translational Scientist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 48% Full Time, 46% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,738 per year, or $59 per hour.

Scientist II - Translational Sciences (Contract)

Pliant Therapeutics, Inc.

South San Francisco, CA • On-site

$71 - $79/hr

Full-time, Contractor

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Description

We have an immediate opening for a contract Scientist within our Translational Sciences group. This is a full-time (40 hours per week) contract position with a duration of 6 months.

This individual will join a team focused on discovery and advancement of tissue-specific delivery of drug payloads utilizing integrin receptor-binding molecules. The primary responsibility of this position will be to design and manage preclinical in vivo and in vitro experiments supporting one or more of Pliant's tissue-specific delivery platforms.

 Responsibilities
  • Plan, design and execute in vitro and in vivo experiments related to Pliant's novel drug delivery platform
  • Design and manage experiments run at external CROs to advance our understanding of tissue-specific drug delivery platforms across multiple disease indications
  • Advance drug discovery programs by interacting with and communicating results to interdisciplinary team
  • Manage and supervise the day-to-day work of one or more Research Associates including training and coaching
  • Contribute to development and adoption of new technologies
  • Provide support for various research team projects using dynamic prioritization
  • Actively lead and/or participate in project meetings
  • Prepare detailed protocols, document experimental observations, analyze data promptly, and maintain accurate, well-organized records
  • Evaluate and clearly report experimental results to research team on a routine basis
Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, abilities, and prior experience required.

  • PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Cell Biology or related field, with 2+ years industry experience in drug development
  • Expertise in cardiovascular, autoimmune, immuno-oncology or fibrotic disease preferred
  • Experience designing wet-lab assays that utilize basic cell biology laboratory procedures including cell culture, cell transfection, qRT-PCR, ELISA, flow cytometry/FACS, Western blot, fluorescent microscopy, immunofluorescence-based staining, etc.
  • Having experience working with Operetta CLS High content imaging and Sony Sorter is a plus
  • Experience working with iPSC cells is a plus
  • Experience designing, managing and analyzing results from in vivo studies evaluating drug PD/efficacy
  • Experience with evaluating CROs and managing in vivo and/or in vitro work performed by CROs
  • Strong evidence of conceptual thinking, active follow-through, and vigorous scientific curiosity
  • Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Candidate should be flexible with rapid changes in schedule based on scope/prioritization of projects
  • Candidate should exhibit strong, positive attitude for teamwork and learning
  • Ability to thrive in a culture of respect, accountability, transparency, and collaboration

The hourly rate for this role is $71/hr - $79/hr. Individual pay may vary based on additional factors, including, and without limitation job-related skills, experience, work location and relevant education or training.

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