▼4%
$104,024
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$71k
MEDIAN
$104k
90%
$149k
The average salary for a Principal Investigator, Laboratory Research is $104,024 in 2023
Base Salary
$71k - $149k
Bonus
$2k - $15k
Profit Sharing
$3k - $10k
Total Pay
$72k - $158k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Principal Investigator, Laboratory Researches?
What Do Principal Investigator, Laboratory Researches Do?
Principal Investigator, Laboratory Research Tasks
- Supervise, coordinate, direct and ensure research is completed on deadline.
- Write and submit grant proposals and secure other funding.
- Write and present reports and papers.
- Serve as point of contact for the laboratory and/or project.
- Oversee and train research assistants on procedures and protocol specific to the project.
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Common Health Benefits for a Principal Investigator, Laboratory Research
Medical
89%
Dental
84%
Vision
80%
None
11%
Gender Breakdown for Principal Investigator, Laboratory Researches
Male
50.0%
Female
44.4%
Prefer to self-define
5.6%
This data is based on 18 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Principal Investigator, Laboratory Researches
What is the highest pay for Principal Investigator, Laboratory Researches?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Principal Investigator, Laboratory Research is $149k / year
What is the lowest pay for Principal Investigator, Laboratory Researches?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Principal Investigator, Laboratory Research is $71k / year
How can Principal Investigator, Laboratory Researches increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Principal Investigator, Laboratory Research is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Principal Investigator, Laboratory Research that oversees more junior Principal Investigator, Laboratory Researches, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.