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Research Scientist Salary

Based on 3 anonymous submissions across Melbourne, Sydney. Median salary: $95,000/year.

$95,000
Median
$92,500
25th Pctile
$107,500
75th Pctile
3
Entries
By Experience Level
Mid (2)$92,500
Senior (1)$120,000
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RoleCityLevelYoESalaryBonusDate
Research ScientistMelbourneSenior10yr$120,000—2026-03
Research ScientistSydneyMid5yr$95,000—2026-04
Research ScientistMelbourneMid5yr$90,000—2026-02
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