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As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for psychedelic research in the United States is $34.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $45.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Psychedelic Research job involves studying the effects, safety, and therapeutic potential of psychedelic substances like psilocybin, LSD, or MDMA. Researchers may conduct clinical trials, analyze neurobiological impacts, and explore applications for mental health conditions such as PTSD, depression, and addiction. This work spans multiple disciplines, including psychology, neuroscience, and pharmacology, often requiring ethical oversight and regulatory approvals.

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To thrive in Psychedelic Research, you need a strong background in neuroscience, psychology, pharmacology, or a related scientific field, often requiring an advanced degree (MS/PhD) and experience in clinical research. Familiarity with laboratory instruments, statistical analysis software (such as SPSS or MATLAB), and clinical trial protocols, as well as certifications in Good Clinical Practice (GCP), are commonly important. Excellent communication, ethical judgment, and attention to detail help you collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and ensure participant safety. These competencies are crucial for designing rigorous studies, adhering to regulatory standards, and advancing our understanding of psychedelic-assisted therapies.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in psychedelic research?

Professionals in psychedelic research often face challenges such as navigating complex regulatory requirements, handling sensitive data, and ensuring participant safety in clinical trials. The field can also involve logistical hurdles related to controlled substance administration and maintaining strict research protocols. Additionally, researchers must stay current with rapidly evolving science and ethical standards. However, strong teamwork, ongoing training, and support from institutional review boards help professionals address these challenges while contributing to groundbreaking advancements in mental health and neuroscience.
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Infographic showing various Psychedelic Research job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% Internship, 7% As Needed, 79% Part Time, and 7% Temporary. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,411 per year, or $34.8 per hour.
Nurse/Clinical Research Coord

Nurse/Clinical Research Coord

University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM

$66.90K - $83.80K/yr

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Posted 8 days ago

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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

63rd of 529 rated colleges and universities

Job description

The Department of Family and Community Medicine seeks to hire a Nurse/Clinical Research Coordinator. This position will provide professional services and participant care for the UNM Research Program in Psychedelic Assisted Therapies. The individual will be a lead facilitator for the Group Assisted Psilocybin Assisted Therapy (GPAT)for PTSD. There is the potential to be involved with additional psychedelic assisted therapy studies.

GPAT is an innovative study of group Psilocybin Assisted Therapy using an affinity group model including veteran/first responders, women survivors of sexual trauma, and other groups. Preferred Qualifications include training and/or experience in psychedelic assisted therapy research, group therapy, and interest in working with individuals with PTSD and addiction. The model has been created to in alignment with a community engagement process. There is the potential for the Nurse/Clinical Research Coordinator to participate in a lead role designing the therapeutic model and manual which will be in context of an FDA approved clinical trial protocol.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Conduct facilitation in accordance with approved research protocols. Working closely with the study MD and other study staff to implement the facilitation aspects of protocol including preparatory sessions, medication administration sessions, and integration sessions. Ensure that facilitation provided adheres to the research protocol.

2. Conduct full day psychedelictherapy medication sessions lasting about 8 hours and often occurring on weekends

3. Documentation of study visits, researchquestionnairesand therapy sessions inREDCapand study folders.

4. Follow-upphone calls and emails to study participants.

5. Completion of required checklists/progress notes and other source documents

6. Evaluating study participants for suicidal or homicidal risk and documenting clinical findings and decisions. Identity patients requiring therapeutic support.

7. Adherence to required completion deadlines for required University of New Mexico trainings and offered on learning central

8. Participate in study group meetings and conference calls 

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