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Researcher I

Madison, WI ยท On-site

$50K/yr

We are in the Wisconsin Institute for Medical Research (WIMR) complex within the UW School of Medicine and Public Health. Compensation: The starting salary for the position is $50,000 annually; but ...

The Medical Research Manager will engage with top Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to inform research strategy, foster research collaboration, and promote scientific excellence. They will manage research ...

The Medical Research Manager will engage with top Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to inform research strategy, foster research collaboration, and promote scientific excellence. They will manage research ...

$1.0K/wk

Medical Student Summer Researcher Medical students will conduct research relevant to the Interfaith America Campus Grant. The research topic should include end-of-life communication with patients and ...

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How much do medical researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for medical researcher in the United States is $317,499.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $308,500.00 and $326,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges faced by Medical Researchers when conducting clinical studies, and how are they addressed?

Medical Researchers often encounter challenges such as patient recruitment, ensuring compliance with ethical standards, and managing large volumes of data. Recruiting a diverse and sufficient participant pool can be time-consuming, so researchers often collaborate closely with clinicians and use outreach strategies. Ethical considerations require strict adherence to protocols and ongoing communication with Institutional Review Boards (IRBs). To manage data, researchers rely on secure databases and work with data analysts to ensure accuracy and confidentiality. These challenges are met through teamwork, careful planning, and ongoing professional development.

What Is a Medical Researcher?

A medical researcher is a scientist who studies subjects related to health care problems, medical procedures, and diseases. People in this career use data and research to find possible cures, treatments, or new medical procedures that doctors can use in a clinical setting. Job duties may include establishing needs, gaining funding, and recruiting other scientists or doctors to participate in the study. A medical researcher may find a job with a private company, medical facility, or academic institution.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Medical Researcher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medical Researcher, you need a solid background in biological or medical sciences, strong analytical skills, and typically an advanced degree such as a PhD or MD. Familiarity with laboratory techniques, statistical analysis software, and research databases is essential, and certifications in research ethics or clinical trials can be valuable. Critical thinking, attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communication skills help distinguish top performers in this field. These competencies are crucial for conducting rigorous research, ensuring ethical standards, and effectively disseminating findings to advance medical knowledge.

What are medical researchers?

Medical researchers are scientists who investigate diseases, treatments, and healthcare practices to improve human health. They conduct studies in laboratories or clinical settings to understand the causes of illnesses and to develop new drugs, therapies, or medical procedures. Their work often involves designing experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and publishing their findings to advance medical knowledge. Medical researchers may specialize in areas such as genetics, pharmacology, epidemiology, or public health.
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Infographic showing various Medical Researcher job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $317,499 per year, or $152.6 per hour.
Physician (Aerospace Medical Physician) - Aerospace Medical Research (AMR17)

Physician (Aerospace Medical Physician) - Aerospace Medical Research (AMR17)

ProSidian Consulting

Oklahoma City, OK โ€ข On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Physician (Aerospace Medical Physician) - Aerospace Medical Research (AMR17)

ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services Firm focusing on providing value to clients through tailored solutions based on industry leading practices. ProSidian services focus on the broad spectrum of Risk Management, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, Energy & Sustainability, and Talent Management. We help forward thinking clients solve problems and improve operations.

Launched by former Big 4 Management Consultants; our multidisciplinary teams bring together the talents of nearly 190 professionals globally to complete a wide variety of engagements for Private Companies, Fortune 1,000 Enterprises, and Government Agencies of all sizes. Our Services are deployed across the enterprise, target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin and efficiency), and are aligned at the intersections of assets, processes, policies and people delivering value.

ProSidian clients represent a broad spectrum of industries to include but are not limited to Energy, Manufacturing, Chemical, Retail, Healthcare, Telecommunications, Hospitality, Pharmaceuticals, Banking & Financial Services, Transportation, Federal and State Government Agencies.

Job Description

ProSidian Seeks a Physician (Aerospace Medical Physician) - Aerospace Medical Research (AMR17) headquartered near CONUS - Oklahoma City, OK to support requirements for Aerospace and Defense Sector Clients.

This CONUS - Oklahoma City, OK | Physician (Aerospace Medical Physician) - Aerospace Medical Research (AMR17) Contract Contingent position currently best aligns with the Physician (Aerospace Medical Physician) Labor Category. Ideal candidates exhibit the ability to visualize, analyze, and convert data and experiences to meet performance challenges while confidently engaging in productive "Jugaad" and dialogue targeting mission success. ProSidian Team Members work to provide Gov't. - Federal (USA) Sector related Human Capital Solutions for Aerospace Medical Research and Technical Support Services on behalf of The Civil Aerospace Medical Institute (CAMI).

Physician (Aerospace Medical Physician) - Aerospace Medical Research (AMR17) Candidates shall work to support requirements for (Aerospace Medical Research Services) and shall work as part of a team in support of Aerospace Medical Research efforts. The candidate will complete tasks and activities contributing to deliverables and core mission functions in the Aerospace Medical Research space.

Must perform the following tasks as required by the CAMI Protection and Survival Laboratory with minimal direction:

  • Serve as an aerospace medical subject matter expert, providing professional consulting services to other researchers, the Office of Aviation Medicine, and other government agencies.
  • Provide leadership for the planning, design and execution of complex research projects and the analysis of results.
  • Author research manuscripts and deliver briefings and presentations to technical and professional groups or organizations.
  • The contractor will provide all notes, data, results, analyses, results, reports and other documentation to the Medical Team lead.
Qualifications

- Education: An MD or DO degree. An advanced degree in a research related discipline is desirable.

- 4-years' experience as a principal investigator in medical research, 2-years of experience involving large data sets using multivariate statistics.

- 2-years' experience as a designated FAA Aviation Medical Examiner.

U.S. Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen

Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program)

Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)

All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a "Facility Access Authorization" (also referred to as an "Employment Authorization") by the USG's designated Security Office.

Other Requirements and Conditions of Employment Apply

May be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement

Must be able to submit to and qualify for varying levels of background investigative requirements, up to a Top Secret or "Q" clearance.

Additional Information

As a condition of employment, all employees are required to fulfill all requirements of the roles for which they are employed; establish, manage, pursue, and fulfill annual goals and objectives with at least three (3) Goals for each of the firms Eight Prosidian Global Competencies [1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)]; and to support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian Consulting.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Teamwork โ€“ ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader Leadership โ€“ ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives Business Acumen โ€“ understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people Communication โ€“ ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing Motivation โ€“ persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions Agility โ€“ ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams Judgment โ€“ exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications Organization โ€“ ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Business Tools โ€“ understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary. Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors Curiosity โ€“ the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together Humility โ€“ exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

ProSidian Employee Benefits and Highlights: Your good health and well-being are important to ProSidian Consulting. At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. That's why we are also pleased to offer the Employee Benefits Program, designed to promote your health and personal welfare. Our growing list of benefits currently include the following for Full Time Employees:

Competitive Compensation: Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives. For medical and dental benefits, the Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the plan you elect. Contributions are deducted on a Pre-tax basis. Group Medical Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian partners with BC/BS, to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs. Group Dental Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife. Group Vision Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP. 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees. A range of investment options are available with a personal financial planner to assist you. The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor's appointment, or any number of events in your life. Currently these benefits include Vacation/Sick days โ€“ 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given. Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP). These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees. Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to achieve financial success. We offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program. This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy on a daily basis. Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace. A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials. ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to 5k for all referrals employed for 90 days for candidates submitted through our Referral Program. Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support. Flexible Spending Account: FSAs help you pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent day care expenses on a pre-tax basis. You determine your projected expenses for the Plan Year and then elect to set aside a portion of each paycheck into your FSA. Supplemental Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance: If you want


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ProSidian is a management and operations consulting firm with a reputation for its strong national practice spanning six solution areas including Risk Management, Energy & Sustainability, Compliance, Business Process, IT Effectiveness, and Talent Management. We help clients improve their operations. Linking strategy to execution, ProSidian assists client leaders in maximizing company return on investment capital through design and execution of operations core to delivering value to customers. Visit www.ProSidian.com or follow the company on Twitter at www.twitter.com/ProSidianfor more information.

Industry

Business schools and computer and management training

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

2004

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