Medical Scientist

Code: 19-1042.00

Also known as: Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Clinical Pharmacologist, Research Scientist, Scientist, Senior Research Scientist, Senior Scientist

Description: Medical Scientists investigate new ways to better clinical treatment and improve overall human health. Their research is the backbone of the health industry. Medical Scientists are usually required to have a doctoral degree as well as relevant experience or some post-doctoral training.

Medical Scientist

Typical wages


10% $50,240
25% $63,400
Median $91,510
75% $126,270
90% $164,650
10% $24.15
25% $30.48
Median $43.99
75% $60.71
90% $79.16

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
138,300
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
146,700
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 11,200