60 Associate scientist jobs in Columbus, OH


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The qualifications to become an associate scientist often include a Ph.D. in the area you specialize in, such as chemistry or pharmaceutical or biological sciences. However, some employers, especially private companies, only require a bachelor’s or master’s degree, though these positions often require extensive professional experience. You need strong problem-solving and analytical skills and must be an expert in your field while being able to learn and incorporate new techniques and technologies. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are also necessary to effectively collaborate with other scientists on a research or clinical team.

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Top Types Of Associate Scientist Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Associate Scientist positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Fda Scientist

    Salary range: $94,500 - $137,000

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  • Weekend Biochemistry

    Salary range: $38,000 - $52,000

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  • Senior Membrane Scientist

    Salary range: $91,500 - $125,000

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  • Biotech Venture Capital

    Salary range: $46,000 - $69,500

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  • No Experience Pharmaceutical Scientist

    Salary range: $63,000 - $111,500

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  • Vector Biology

    Salary range: $37,500 - $82,500

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  • Clinical Genetic Molecular Biology Scientist

    Salary range: $62,500 - $92,000

    Clinical Genetic Molecular Biology Scientist is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Clinical Genetic Molecular Biology Scientist jobs pay between $62,500 (25th percentile) and $92,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Clinical Genetic Molecular Biology Scientist job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Research Scientist Chemistry

    Salary range: $107,500 - $173,000

    Research Scientist Chemistry is a typical job search query Most salaries for Research Scientist Chemistry jobs pay between $107,500 (25th percentile) and $173,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Research Scientist Chemistry job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Biochemistry Internships

    Salary range: $53,000 - $86,500

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  • Associate Staff Scientist

    Salary range: $59,500 - $111,500

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