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Research Fellowship

Average Research Fellowship Salary

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$52,708
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$38k
MEDIAN
$53k
90%
$81k

The average salary for a Research Fellowship is $52,708 in 2025

Base Salary
$38k - $81k
Bonus
$782 - $15k
Profit Sharing
$558 - $10k
Commission
$0 - $8k
Total Pay
$35k - $80k
Based on 3,853 salary profiles (last updated Jun 03 2020)
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Common Health Benefits for a Research Fellowship

Medical
86%
Dental
73%
Vision
62%
None
13%

Gender Breakdown for Research Fellowships

Female
64.2%
Male
35.4%
Prefer to self-define
0.4%
This data is based on 2,306 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Research Fellowships

What is the highest pay for Research Fellowships?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Research Fellowship is $81k / year

What is the lowest pay for Research Fellowships?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Research Fellowship is $38k / year

How can Research Fellowships increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Research Fellowship 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 a Research Fellowship that oversees more junior Research Fellowships, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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