Medical Researcher Jobs

Medical Researcher jobs are open across pharmaceutical companies, academic medical centers, government agencies, and biotech firms, from entry-level research associate to principal investigator, with specializations in clinical trials, molecular biology, and epidemiology. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles136+
Top stateMassachusetts
Top employerNortheastern University
Top cityBoston, MA
Work type64% On-site
Top industryEducation

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RN Research Nurse Coordinator II - Medical Oncology
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RN Research Nurse Coordinator II - Medical Oncology
Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
$65k - $110k/yr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Medical Research Assistant
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Medical Research Assistant
Next Phase Research
Hollywood, Florida
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Data Analytics
On-Site

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Medical Imaging and AI Research Engineer
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Medical Imaging and AI Research Engineer
AMD
Longmont, Colorado
Clinical Trials
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
Master's degree
5,001-10,000

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Graduate Research Assistant - Medical Engineering
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Graduate Research Assistant - Medical Engineering
University of South Florida
Tampa, Florida
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Environmental Science
Master's degree
10,000+

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Statistician - Medical Research & Development
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Statistician - Medical Research & Development
Alimentiv
Boston, Massachusetts
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
$85k - $143k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's degree

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Medical Researcher Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Northeastern University15
  • ICON8
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center7
  • Washington University in St. Louis7
  • University of Arizona6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical researcher jobs.

  • Master's or doctoral degree in a life science, biomedical, or related field
  • Hands-on laboratory experience with techniques such as PCR, cell culture, or immunoassays
  • Proficiency in statistical analysis software such as R, SAS, or SPSS
  • Experience designing and executing human subjects or animal research protocols
  • Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practice standards and regulatory compliance requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to write scientific manuscripts, grants, or technical reports

Tips for Your Medical Researcher Job Search

Tailor your CV to research methodology

Medical researcher postings screen heavily for specific methodologies. List the exact techniques you've used, such as CRISPR editing, flow cytometry, or PCR, rather than broad categories like 'lab skills.' Hiring managers scan for method names, not summaries.

Highlight publications and IRB experience

Peer-reviewed publications and experience navigating Institutional Review Board protocols set candidates apart in this field. Include citation counts, PubMed IDs, or manuscript status so reviewers can verify your work without asking follow-up questions.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists medical researcher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by funding source

NIH-funded positions and industry-sponsored roles differ in scope, publication rights, and timelines. Identify which environment suits your career stage and focus your search there to avoid interviews that stall over mismatched expectations.

Prepare a data narrative for interviews

Interviewers in research roles ask you to walk through a dataset you analyzed or a failed experiment you interpreted. Practice explaining your statistical choices, the limitations of your findings, and what you would change, not just the positive results.

Negotiate startup packages beyond base pay

Biotech and pharmaceutical offers often include publication bonuses, conference allowances, and lab supply budgets that academic roles don't. Ask about each line item separately so you can compare total value across offers, not just the base figure.

Medical Researcher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most medical researchers?

The companies hiring the most medical researchers right now include Northeastern University, ICON, and MD Anderson Cancer Center, with the largest share of openings in Massachusetts, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Academic medical centers, federal health agencies, and large pharmaceutical firms consistently represent the bulk of active postings.

How many medical researcher jobs are remote?

About 36% of medical researcher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by specialization. Roles focused on data analysis, epidemiology, health informatics, and systematic reviews are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements, while wet-lab and clinical-site positions almost always require an on-site presence.

How do you become a medical researcher?

Most medical researcher careers begin with a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or a related science, followed by a graduate degree, since most independent research roles require a master's or doctorate. During your studies, seek out lab rotations, assistantships, or internships that give you hands-on protocol experience. Build a publication record early, even as a co-author, and develop fluency in at least one statistical analysis platform before you apply.

How do you get hired as a medical researcher with little experience?

Entry-level candidates are most competitive when they can point to specific laboratory techniques they performed independently, even in a university or volunteer setting. Research coordinator and research associate roles are designed for candidates with limited independent experience and serve as a common entry point. Applying to positions at teaching hospitals and research universities also helps, since those institutions actively develop early-career researchers and are more likely to train on institution-specific protocols.

What does the medical researcher interview process look like?

Most medical researcher interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your research background and methodology experience. A technical interview or presentation follows, where you are typically asked to walk through a past project, defend your analytical choices, or interpret a dataset provided by the team. Final rounds at academic and government institutions often include a seminar presentation to the broader department and separate conversations with potential collaborators or committee members.

Where can I find and apply to medical researcher jobs?

You can find and apply to medical researcher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your specialization, seniority level, and preferred work setting, then apply directly to each listing that matches your experience.

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