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Visiting Researcher

Average Visiting Researcher Salary

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$81,764
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$45k
MEDIAN
$82k
90%
$141k

The average salary for a Visiting Researcher is $81,764 in 2025

Base Salary
$45k - $141k
Bonus
$1k - $22k
Profit Sharing
$30 - $16k
Commission
$0 - $170
Total Pay
$41k - $147k
Based on 1,452 salary profiles (last updated Jun 05 2024)
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3.7 out of 5
(147)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Visiting Researcher

Medical
88%
Dental
77%
Vision
69%
None
12%

Gender Breakdown for Visiting Researchers

Female
58.1%
Male
39.6%
Prefer to self-define
1.1%
This data is based on 449 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Visiting Researchers

What is the highest pay for Visiting Researchers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Visiting Researcher is $141k / year

What is the lowest pay for Visiting Researchers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Visiting Researcher is $45k / year

How can Visiting Researchers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Visiting Researcher 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 Visiting Researcher that oversees more junior Visiting Researchers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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