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Medical Scientists

Earnings

In February 2024, PayScale reported the average annual salary for medical scientists was $89,123. The U.S. Department of Labor reported that medical scientists had median annual earnings of $100,890 in May 2023; salaries ranged from $61,810 or less to $168,020 or more. Those who worked in scientific research and development services had annual mean earnings of $111,610; and those who worked in pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing averaged $109,680 per year.

Salaried medical scientists who work for a company usually receive benefits such as vacation days, sick leave, health and life insurance, and a savings and pension program. Self-employed medical scientists must provide their own benefits.