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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for neonatal research in the United States is $99,840.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $115,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Neonatal Research job involves studying the health and development of newborns, particularly those born prematurely or with medical conditions. Researchers work to improve neonatal care by conducting clinical trials, analyzing data, and developing new treatments or technologies. This role typically involves collaboration with healthcare professionals, scientists, and institutions to advance neonatal medicine. It may include both laboratory research and clinical studies in hospitals or research centers.

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To thrive in Neonatal Research, you need a strong background in neonatal medicine, clinical research methodologies, and data analysis, often supported by an advanced degree in medicine, nursing, or a related field. Familiarity with statistical software, laboratory equipment, and certifications in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) are critical. Excellent communication, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail are vital soft skills that help researchers collaborate within multidisciplinary teams and manage sensitive clinical data. These competencies ensure high-quality research outcomes, ethical standards, and impactful advancements in neonatal care.

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Professionals in Neonatal Research often split their time between clinical settings, such as neonatal intensive care units (NICUs), and research laboratories or offices. Daily responsibilities may include patient data collection, coordinating clinical trials, analyzing findings, and collaborating with neonatologists, nurses, and other healthcare specialists. The role may also involve preparing research protocols, submitting regulatory documents, and presenting findings at meetings or conferences. Teamwork and communication are a regular part of the job, as many studies are cross-disciplinary and require close coordination to ensure scientific rigor and patient safety.

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Neonatologist - Endowed Chair Research Scientist

Neonatologist - Endowed Chair Research Scientist

AMN Healthcare, Inc.

Charleston, SC • On-site

$350K - $400K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

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Job Description & Requirements
Neonatologist - Endowed Chair Research Scientist
StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $350000.00 - $400000.00

AMN Healthcare is partnering with the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) to recruit a nationally engaged Neonatology physician-scientist for a senior faculty leadership role anchored by the Jean and George W. Brumley Jr. Endowed Chair in Neonatology. This opportunity is designed for a physician who wants to shape the next era of neonatal research while practicing within a high-acuity, high-volume Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).

MUSC offers a rare, fully integrated maternal–fetal–neonatal continuum that supports discovery from fetal diagnosis through neonatal care and long-term outcomes. As the only comprehensive academic children’s health system in South Carolina, MUSC provides a statewide referral base, robust telehealth infrastructure, and a diverse patient population that fuels meaningful clinical, translational, and outcomes research. This is a platform built for scale, influence, and sustained academic impact.
 

Opportunity Highlights

  • Jean and George W. Brumley Jr. Endowed Chair in Neonatology
  • Leadership role within a Level IV, high-acuity NICU
  • Integrated maternal–fetal–neonatal clinical and research continuum
  • Dedicated resources for program building and faculty recruitment
  • Darby Children’s Research Institute with state-of-the-art core facilities
  • Strengths in lung development, brain injury, inflammation, and organ maturation
  • Statewide referral base enabling population-level research
  • Emphasis on translational science and implementation research
  • Collaborative, interdisciplinary academic environment
  • Opportunity to define a nationally visible neonatal research agenda


Community Information: Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston offers a compelling blend of coastal living, historic character, and professional opportunity. The city is consistently recognized for its quality of life, cultural vibrancy, and strong employment base anchored by health care, research, and technology.

  • Ranked among South Carolina’s Best Places to Live (U.S. News & World Report, 2025–2026)
  • Livability score of 77 with A+ amenities and health care access (AreaVibes, 2026)
  • Coastal city with a thriving arts, culinary, and outdoor lifestyle scene (Official City Guide, 2026)

Interested candidates are encouraged to connect directly.

Explore how your research leadership can shape neonatal outcomes across South Carolina and beyond.


Facility Location
This beautifully preserved antebellum city combines easy Southern living with the character of days-gone-by charm. With its narrow pastel-colored houses, cobblestone streets, leafy patios and historic estates, Charleston offers an abundance of visual and sensory pleasures, and a variety of activities that reflect its long and significant past.
Job Benefits
About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
Neonatology, Neonatologist, Perinatal Medicine, Perinatal, Neonatal-Perinatal, Nicu, Intensive Care, Pediatrician, Pediatrics, Pediatric Care, Child Care, Internal Medicine, Internal Care, Physician

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