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Assistant Research Professor

Average Assistant Research Professor Salary

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$69,911
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$50k
MEDIAN
$70k
90%
$107k

The average salary for an Assistant Research Professor is $69,911 in 2025

Base Salary
$50k - $107k
Bonus
$962 - $31k
Profit Sharing
$961 - $26k
Commission
$0 - $5k
Total Pay
$50k - $109k
Based on 3,446 salary profiles (last updated Sep 08 2021)
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Common Health Benefits for a Assistant Research Professor

Medical
93%
Dental
76%
Vision
67%
None
6%

Gender Breakdown for Assistant Research Professors

Female
56.5%
Male
42.8%
Prefer to self-define
0.7%
This data is based on 1,328 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Assistant Research Professors

What is the highest pay for Assistant Research Professors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Assistant Research Professor is $107k / year

What is the lowest pay for Assistant Research Professors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Assistant Research Professor is $50k / year

How can Assistant Research Professors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Assistant Research Professor 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 an Assistant Research Professor that oversees more junior Assistant Research Professors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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