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Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists in Massachusetts

Medical scientists conduct research to understand human diseases and develop treatments that improve health outcomes. They work in laboratories, hospitals, universities, and pharmaceutical companies, designing experiments, analyzing data, and publishing findings In Massachusetts the median pay is $128,210 a year, 24% above the national median of $103,410.

$128,210median pay in Massachusetts, per year
$97,520–$167,940middle half earn
17,100employed in Massachusetts
$103,410U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in Massachusetts

16open roles like this on employer career sites, 0 in Massachusetts or remote
4employers hiring
12posted in the last 7 days
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What it takes

Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold doct.

Skills that matter most

WritingSpeakingScienceActive LearningReading ComprehensionActive ListeningCritical ThinkingJudgment and Decision Making

Knowledge areas

BiologyEnglish LanguageMedicine and DentistryChemistryMathematics (knowledge)Computers and Electronics

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O*NET-SOC 19-1042.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Massachusetts, annual.