Careers · Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists · New Jersey
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists in New Jersey
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 New Jersey the median pay is $129,280 a year, 25% above the national median of $103,410.
$129,280median pay in New Jersey, per year
$95,520–$164,930middle half earn
6,120employed in New Jersey
$103,410U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in New Jersey
16open roles like this on employer career sites, 0 in New Jersey 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
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists.
Licenses and training in New Jersey
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists pay in other states
California · $136,990Massachusetts · $128,210Connecticut · $116,990Arizona · $116,820Oregon · $111,030Maryland · $106,000Washington · $105,680Alaska · $104,930Rhode Island · $103,370North Carolina · $102,980
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against medical scientists, except epidemiologists and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
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O*NET-SOC 19-1042.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New Jersey, annual.