Pharmacologist

Studies the effects of drugs and chemicals on biological systems to develop and evaluate new treatments.

$110,000

2026 Median Pay

Doctoral

Degree Requirements

1,700 Available Positions*

2026 Job Outlook

6%

Projected Job Growth

*Data cited from the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2026 report
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“I help turn scientific discoveries into safe, effective medicines people can trust.”

Key Information

Areas of Focus

Biology

Chemistry

Physiology

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