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How much do research physician jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for research physician in the United States is $142,551.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,500.00 and $208,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do research physicians typically balance clinical responsibilities with research activities in their daily routine?

Research Physicians often divide their time between patient care and conducting clinical trials or scientific studies. This balance can vary depending on the institution, but it's common to allocate specific days or hours for research and others for clinical duties. Effective time management and collaboration with research coordinators, nurses, and fellow investigators are essential to handle both aspects successfully. Flexibility and strong organizational skills help Research Physicians meet research deadlines while ensuring high-quality patient care.

What is a research physician?

Research physicians are medical doctors who focus on conducting clinical or laboratory research to advance medical knowledge, improve patient care, and develop new treatments or therapies. They design and oversee clinical trials, analyze data, and collaborate with scientists, healthcare professionals, and regulatory bodies. Research physicians often work in hospitals, universities, pharmaceutical companies, or government agencies. Their work helps bridge the gap between medical research and patient care, ensuring that new discoveries are both safe and effective.

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

To thrive as a Research Physician, you need a medical degree (MD or DO), clinical expertise, and experience in clinical research or trials. Familiarity with research protocols, data analysis software, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification, and regulatory systems like IRB processes is essential. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication make a candidate stand out in this role. These skills ensure rigorous, ethical research that advances medical knowledge and improves patient outcomes.

What is the difference between Research Physician vs Clinical Research Coordinator?

AspectResearch PhysicianClinical Research Coordinator
Required CredentialsMedical degree (MD), medical license, research trainingBachelor's degree, clinical research certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, research institutions, pharmaceutical companiesResearch sites, hospitals, clinics
Employer & IndustryHealthcare, pharmaceutical, biotech industriesResearch organizations, hospitals, CROs
Job FocusDesigning and overseeing clinical studies, patient care, data analysisManaging daily study activities, patient recruitment, data collection

Research Physicians typically hold medical degrees and oversee clinical trials, focusing on study design and patient care. Clinical Research Coordinators support these studies by managing daily operations and patient interactions. Both roles are essential in clinical research but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Research Physician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $142,551 per year, or $68.5 per hour.

Clinical Research Physician (POOLING)

K2 Staffing LLC

Berry Hill, TN • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

This is an evergreen requisition, meaning we don't have an immediate opening, but we're actively seeking talented professionals for upcoming opportunities. By applying, your information will be reviewed and considered for future roles as they become available. If you're interested in a future with K2 Medical Research, we encourage you to apply!

At K2 Medical Research, we are transforming healthcare by delivering tomorrow’s treatments today. As a rapidly growing clinical research organization across Florida, Tennessee, and Rhode Island, we lead multiphasic trials in therapeutic areas ranging from neurodegenerative to cardiometabolic medicine. Our culture is grounded in clinical excellence and a patient-first mission. We are seeking mission-driven individuals ready to play a meaningful role in bringing life-changing treatments to the patients who need them most.

K2 is pooling for experienced Physicians to potentially support our clinic in Nashville, TN. This dynamic person will support in an onsite and part-time or full-time capacity and should be a Board-Certified, or Board-Eligible in the state of Tennessee.

With leadership that has been in clinical research for the past 20+ years, K2 has a strong reputation in the drug development industry. Our clinical trials experience/therapeutic areas include neurodegenerative disorders (Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, LBD), general medicine and some psychiatry as well. We have taken part in clinical trials for all current FDA-approved therapies that slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and most diagnostics (PET tracers, CSF and blood biomarkers) for the diagnosis of AD. Additionally, we are actively testing multiple therapeutics in the pioneering field of AD prevention. This is an exciting field of clinical practice with unlimited opportunities to practice your best medicine. You will work as part of a team of dedicated researchers, including nurses and research coordinators.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

  • Broad knowledge of general medicine
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, efficient, and able to multi-task and prioritize effectively
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications:

  • Clinical Research experience is required.
  • Must be Board Certified in certain specialties (Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Psychiatry)
  • Must have a current UNRESTRICTED TN medical license and geographic location highly desired.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsibly and ethically provide medical oversight to the research team and research patients
  • Review patient eligibility for clinical trials
  • Meet with patients during designated study visits to perform assessments, including physical examinations and data collection
  • Review and interpret laboratory results, EKGs and other diagnostic and safety assessments as required per study protocol
  • Monitor safety variables, including adverse events, laboratory abnormalities, changes in patient medical status, etc.
  • Use proper medical judgment
  • Ensure accurate documentation
  • Review and discuss any medical or protocol-related concerns with medical team
  • Maintain compliance with GCP and all assigned trainings
  • Attend study-related meetings (occasional travel to exciting cities!)
  • Work with other physicians, nurses, and key study personnel in overseeing the execution of study protocols
  • Other duties as assigned

Your growth and well-being are our priority. Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes medical, dental, and vision options, supplemental insurance plans, 401(k) with immediate employer match, generous paid time off, and paid holidays. Most notably, we support a healthy work-life balance through a four-day work week, consisting of 10-hour shifts from Monday through Thursday. Fridays are reserved only for critical business needs or administrative tasks; otherwise, they are your chance to kick-start your weekend.

Join the K2 Family: Where Compassion and Connection Lead the Way! At K2 Medical Research, people come first and we're seeking warm, wonderful humans who effortlessly click with everyone, from our incredible patients to brilliant physicians and dedicated research staff.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate what makes you uniquely you and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital, or veteran statuses.

We value the differences among our team members and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Talent@k2med.com. We are here to ensure you have the support and tools you need to shine.


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