Massachusetts / University of Massachusetts System (Ums) / Researcher

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Researcher

Collect and analyze data to inform decisions, produce reports, and identify trends.

23 employees hold this title in University of Massachusetts System (Ums). Median total compensation for the role is $5,262, below the department median of $60,894.

Employees: 23
Total payroll: $221.7K
Role median: $5,262
Agency median: $60,894
Comparison: Below

What the records show

Role pay distribution

Pay distribution for this role

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Researcher beyond Massachusetts

This role is reported in 2 jurisdictions. In Massachusetts, the median of $5,262 ranks #2 of 2. See Researcher across all of Massachusetts →

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Minnesota

$77,892 · 20

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Employees with this title

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Tara Clark

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2025 total comp

$49,658

Base pay: $49,658
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $49,658
Employment type: Part Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: AFT Faculty Federation

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $17,201
Bargaining Group Number: D80
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: May 31, 2025
Transaction Number: 1432862522
Year-to-Date Pay: $6,285

Tara Clark is a Researcher at University of Massachusetts System (Ums). They work part time contractor. 2025 total compensation came to $49,658. Union affiliation: AFT Faculty Federation.

Patrick Pasteris

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2025 total comp

$38,455

Base pay: $38,455
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $38,455
Employment type: Part Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $15,000
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: May 17, 2025
Transaction Number: 1432219217
Year-to-Date Pay: $6,346

Patrick Pasteris holds the role of Researcher at University of Massachusetts System (Ums). Their status is part time contractor. In 2025, their total compensation was $38,455. Their bargaining unit is Non-Benefited.

Katherine Papas

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2025 total comp

$24,600

Base pay: $24,600
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $24,600
Employment type: Full Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $39,000
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: Aug 23, 2025
Transaction Number: 1433097627
Year-to-Date Pay: $24,600

At University of Massachusetts System (Ums), Katherine Papas serves as a Researcher. They work full time contractor. Their 2025 pay totaled $24,600. They are represented by Non-Benefited.

Vrutant Vikasbhai Mehta

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2024 total comp

$16,946

Base pay: $16,946
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $16,946
Employment type: Part Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $31,652
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: Aug 24, 2024
Transaction Number: 1433310346
Year-to-Date Pay: $1,826

Vrutant Vikasbhai Mehta holds the role of Researcher at University of Massachusetts System (Ums). Their status is part time contractor. In 2024, their total compensation was $16,946. Their bargaining unit is Non-Benefited.

Mohammad Karimian Shamsabadi

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2024 total comp

$15,000

Base pay: $15,000
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $15,000
Employment type: Full Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $60,000
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: Sep 7, 2024
Transaction Number: 1433053518
Year-to-Date Pay: $15,000

At University of Massachusetts System (Ums), Mohammad Karimian Shamsabadi serves as a Researcher. They work full time contractor. Their 2024 pay totaled $15,000. Their bargaining unit is Non-Benefited.

Zhongxiang Wu

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2024 total comp

$13,851

Base pay: $13,851
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $13,851
Employment type: Full Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $40,013
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: Apr 20, 2024
Transaction Number: 1432329158
Year-to-Date Pay: $13,851

Zhongxiang Wu holds the role of Researcher at University of Massachusetts System (Ums). Their status is full time contractor. In 2024, their total compensation was $13,851. They are represented by Non-Benefited.

Jacob Richards

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2024 total comp

$11,438

Base pay: $11,438
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $11,438
Employment type: Full Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $29,738
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: May 18, 2024
Transaction Number: 1433294668
Year-to-Date Pay: $11,438

Jacob Richards is a Researcher at University of Massachusetts System (Ums). They work full time contractor. 2024 total compensation came to $11,438. They are represented by Non-Benefited.

Cynthia Pilskaln

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2025 total comp

$11,131

Base pay: $11,131
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $11,131
Employment type: Part Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $78,218
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: Jan 11, 2025
Transaction Number: 1431135485
Year-to-Date Pay: $3,610

Cynthia Pilskaln works as a Researcher for University of Massachusetts System (Ums). Their status is part time contractor. Cynthia earned $11,131 in 2025. Union affiliation: Non-Benefited.

Priscila Silva

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2025 total comp

$9,529

Base pay: $9,529
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $9,529
Employment type: Part Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $66,703
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: Sep 6, 2025
Transaction Number: 1433265132
Year-to-Date Pay: $9,529

At University of Massachusetts System (Ums), Priscila Silva serves as a Researcher. They work part time contractor. Their 2025 pay totaled $9,529. Union affiliation: Non-Benefited.

Mishal Pokharel

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2025 total comp

$8,632

Base pay: $8,632
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $8,632
Employment type: Part Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $56,105
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: Dec 13, 2025
Transaction Number: 1433283059
Year-to-Date Pay: $8,632

Mishal Pokharel works as a Researcher for University of Massachusetts System (Ums). Their status is part time contractor. Mishal earned $8,632 in 2025. Their bargaining unit is Non-Benefited.

Jessica Smith

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2024 total comp

$5,865

Base pay: $5,865
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $5,865
Employment type: Full Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $33,150
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: Sep 7, 2024
Transaction Number: 1432742402
Year-to-Date Pay: $5,865

Jessica Smith works as a Researcher for University of Massachusetts System (Ums). Their status is full time contractor. Jessica earned $5,865 in 2024. They are represented by Non-Benefited.

Gaurav Khanna

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2025 total comp

$5,262

Base pay: $5,262
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $5,262
Employment type: Part Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $7,395
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: Sep 6, 2025
Transaction Number: 1430706394
Year-to-Date Pay: $5,262

At University of Massachusetts System (Ums), Gaurav Khanna serves as a Researcher. They work part time contractor. Their 2025 pay totaled $5,262. They are represented by Non-Benefited.

David White

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2025 total comp

$3,358

Base pay: $3,358
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $3,358
Employment type: Full Time Employee
Union / bargaining unit: IBPO Local 432 A&B Police

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $129,185
Bargaining Group Number: A06
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Amherst
Other Pay (Actual): $2,960
Pay Code A07: $108
Pay Code A09: $2,704
Pay Code A14: $148

David White is a Researcher at University of Massachusetts System (Ums). They work full time employee. 2025 total compensation came to $3,358. Union affiliation: IBPO Local 432 A&B Police.

Michael Polanco

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2024 total comp

$3,060

Base pay: $3,060
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $3,060
Employment type: Full Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $29,250
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: Aug 24, 2024
Transaction Number: 1433487146
Year-to-Date Pay: $3,060

Michael Polanco holds the role of Researcher at University of Massachusetts System (Ums). Their status is full time contractor. In 2024, their total compensation was $3,060. Their bargaining unit is Non-Benefited.

Shawn Koohy

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2024 total comp

$2,000

Base pay: $2,000
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $2,000
Employment type: Part Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $26,000
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: Jun 29, 2024
Transaction Number: 1433329846
Year-to-Date Pay: $2,000

Shawn Koohy is a Researcher at University of Massachusetts System (Ums). They work part time contractor. 2024 total compensation came to $2,000. Their bargaining unit is Non-Benefited.

Brendan Thibault

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2025 total comp

$2,000

Base pay: $2,000
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $2,000
Employment type: Part Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $13,000
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: Jul 26, 2025
Transaction Number: 1433282669
Year-to-Date Pay: $2,000

At University of Massachusetts System (Ums), Brendan Thibault serves as a Researcher. They work part time contractor. Their 2025 pay totaled $2,000. Their bargaining unit is Non-Benefited.

Carolyn Wingate

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2024 total comp

$911

Base pay: $911
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $911
Employment type: Part Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $23,400
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: May 18, 2024
Transaction Number: 1430536952
Year-to-Date Pay: $911

Carolyn Wingate is a Researcher at University of Massachusetts System (Ums). They work part time contractor. 2024 total compensation came to $911. Their bargaining unit is Non-Benefited.

Mark Langevin

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2024 total comp

Base pay: $0
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $0
Employment type: Part Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $9,100
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: May 18, 2024
Transaction Number: 1433547297

Mark Langevin is a Researcher at University of Massachusetts System (Ums). They work part time contractor. 2024 total compensation came to $0. Their bargaining unit is Non-Benefited.

Michael Coute

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2025 total comp

Base pay: $0
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $0
Employment type: Full Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $42,900
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: Jun 28, 2025
Transaction Number: 1433113747

Michael Coute works as a Researcher for University of Massachusetts System (Ums). Their status is full time contractor. Michael earned $0 in 2025. They are represented by Non-Benefited.

Debra Almeida

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2024 total comp

Base pay: $0
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $0
Employment type: Part Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $9,100
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: May 18, 2024
Transaction Number: 1433540238

Debra Almeida holds the role of Researcher at University of Massachusetts System (Ums). Their status is part time contractor. In 2024, their total compensation was $0. Union affiliation: Non-Benefited.

David Medeiros

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2024 total comp

Base pay: $0
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $0
Employment type: Part Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $11,700
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: May 18, 2024
Transaction Number: 1433540498

David Medeiros holds the role of Researcher at University of Massachusetts System (Ums). Their status is part time contractor. In 2024, their total compensation was $0. They are represented by Non-Benefited.

Jessica Pratt

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2024 total comp

Base pay: $0
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $0
Employment type: Part Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $9,100
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: May 18, 2024
Transaction Number: 1433540537

Jessica Pratt works as a Researcher for University of Massachusetts System (Ums). Their status is part time contractor. Jessica earned $0 in 2024. Their bargaining unit is Non-Benefited.

Deborah Gabriel

Researcher/University of Massachusetts System (Ums)

2024 total comp

Base pay: $0
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $0
Employment type: Part Time Contractor
Union / bargaining unit: Non-Benefited

Source-specific fields

Annual Rate: $9,100
Bargaining Group Number: D00
Department Code: UMS
Department ZIP Code: U Mass Dartmouth
Service End Date: May 18, 2024
Transaction Number: 1433540446

Deborah Gabriel holds the role of Researcher at University of Massachusetts System (Ums). Their status is part time contractor. In 2024, their total compensation was $0. They are represented by Non-Benefited.