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Life Science Research Associate Jobs in Michigan

$90K - $115K/yr

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How much do life science research associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for life science research associate in Michigan is $28.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.84 and $32.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Life Science Research Associate vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectLife Science Research AssociateLaboratory Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Life SciencesAssociate's degree or relevant certification
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, academic or industry settingsClinical, industrial, or research labs
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, biotech, pharma companiesHospitals, research institutions, biotech firms
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Life Science Research Associate and a Laboratory Technician lies in their roles and educational requirements. Research Associates typically hold higher degrees and focus on experimental design, data analysis, and research projects. Laboratory Technicians often perform routine lab tasks, sample preparation, and maintenance. Both roles are essential in research settings, but Research Associates usually have more responsibilities in project development and interpretation.

What are the most commonly searched types of Life Science Research jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Life Science Research jobs in Michigan are:

Infographic showing various Life Science Research Associate job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,994 per year, or $28.4 per hour.

Adjunct Life Science Instructor

Muskegon, MI

Muskegon Community College
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 51 - 200 employees

Part-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

Muskegon Community College, an associate degree-granting institution of higher education, is a center for lifelong learning which provides a person the opportunity to attain their educational goals by offering programs that respond to individual, community, and global needs. We are seeking qualified candidates for Adjunct Instructors.

The Adjunct Instructor Pools are for applicants who are interested in teaching in the future as an (part-time) adjunct instructor for one of our departments. The Instructor Pools are always open for applications. However, this does not mean that we have an immediate opening in the division.  The Adjunct Instructor Pools function as a way for department chairs to view applicant materials in advance of a need, and determine if the applicant will be approved or not approved to be added to their pool of eligible applicants. Should a part-time instructional need arise in a given department, the department chair will look first at the approved applicants to see if anyone matches our needs, in which case they may make contact to schedule an interview