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How much do neonatal research jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 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.

What is neonatal research?

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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in neonatal research?

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.

What is a typical work environment and daily routine for someone working in neonatal research?

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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Infographic showing various Neonatal Research job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, and 14% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $99,840 per year, or $48 per hour.

Neonatal Medicine - Open Rank

San Antonio, TX • On-site

UT Health San Antonio
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 5 - 10K employees

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Neonatal Medicine - Open Rank

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Neonatologist, Open Rank

The Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine of the Department of Pediatrics, Joe R. & Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine at UT Health San Antonio, is seeking one full-time Neonatologist for a faculty position. Academic rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

We are looking for a passionate, collaborative Board-Certified/Eligible Neonatologist to join a rapidly growing Academic Division at one of the nation’s top-ranked maternity hospitals. This opportunity will lead to groundbreaking neonatal research.

UT Health San Antonio Perinatal-Neonatal Program has been a national leader in neonatal research for decades, with well-established translational science laboratories, a dedicated Child and Neonatal Clinical Research Center, and a long-term neurodevelopmental program. You will also have unique opportunities to participate in nutrition and metabolic-focused research through our Neonatal Nutrition Center and Milk Bank, supporting studies that impact outcomes from infancy through childhood. Teaching is a core part of our mission, and you’ll work closely with residents, fellows, and medical students in a highly academic environment.

The Environment:

Our brand-new Level IV NICU is centered in our Women and Children’s hospital, recognized as one of America’s Best Maternity Hospitals for five consecutive years.

Highlights include:

  • ~6,000 births annually

  • 96-bed Level IV NICU

  • Family-centered single-patient rooms with pull-out beds and bathrooms for overnight stays

  • Advanced lighting, windows, and acoustic design in every room for developmental care

  • Multidisciplinary teams for inpatient and outpatient care, with a full range of pediatric medical/surgical subspecialists

  • State-of-the-art equipment and technology, ECMO, iNO,

  • Expanding regional presence with two new community hospitals opening in 2027

  • Robust neonatal, pediatric, and maternal transport services throughout South Texas 24/7

You’ll join a collaborative and supportive team of:

  • 20 Neonatologists

  • 6 Hospitalists

  • 15 Neonatal APPs

Located near the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country, San Antonio has a population of over 1 million. San Antonio offers robust educational and employment opportunities for spouses and families. Excellent public and private schools are available for children. San Antonio is full of activities throughout the year, including two major theme parks, treasured historical sites, the NBA Spurs, activities in the arts, the annual Stock Show and Rodeo, and the renowned Riverwalk. With its mild winters, the city attracts people who really enjoy the outdoors.

Interested individuals are encouraged to contact Dr. Cynthia Blanco, Chief, Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine. UT Health San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Dr, MSC 7812, San Antonio, Texas 78229-3900 or Blanco@UTHSCSA.edu or at 210-567-5247. Interested individuals should apply online at https://wp.uthscsa.edu/careers/ for position # 26000158.

UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security-sensitive positions.

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UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.

Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for fulltime employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.

Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs- Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.

Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.

Time Off- A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.

Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.

Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.

Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each fiscal year.

Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.


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