This role pays less than
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of similar roles. Most pay
$126,800–$216,250
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$92k
versus about
$172k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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About Abbott
Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare company that manufactures and markets a broad and diversified line of health care products including diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. Industry: Healthcare & Medical Devices
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Listed pay typically runs
$99,300–$198,700
across 89 roles with salary data.
Research Scientist II joins the Neuromodulation division to support translational research at the intersection of biology, neural systems, and implantable medical devices. The role focuses on discovering biological, digital, and multimodal biomarkers to inform adaptive, closed-loop neuromodulation therapies for conditions like chronic pain and movement disorders. Day-to-day responsibilities include designing molecular and cellular biology experiments, conducting in-vitro studies, and analyzing gene and protein pathways. The candidate will apply an AI-first approach to experimental design and manage high-quality datasets integrating electrophysiological, imaging, and clinical data. Required expertise includes molecular biology, cellular neuroscience, or tissue engineering, with skills in RNA/DNA extraction, protein characterization, and mammalian cell culture. Preferred qualifications include experience in transcriptomics, proteomics, and single-cell analysis, alongside proficiency in Python, R, or MATLAB to support machine learning workflows and advanced analytics for personalized treatment approaches.
What does a Research Scientist earn?
Median $216250 from 42 postings across 13 companies.
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