Salary Estimate
A Research Assistant assists with a research program or project. Works in a variety of fields within science or the social sciences, in programs based at a university or research institution, or works on government or industry sponsored research projects. Conducts field or library research or recruits participants for a study; may also assist with legal research.
$56,785
Median
$43,697 Low
$106,800 High
Salary Details
| Location | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| United States | $56,785 |
| National | $56,785 |
| Location +/- | 0% |
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These are potential next steps in this career path.
- Research Associate (General)
- Biomedical Scientist
- Natural Science Research Manager (General)