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Associate Research Director

Average Associate Research Director Salary

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$97,713
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$55k
MEDIAN
$98k
90%
$158k

The average salary for an Associate Research Director is $97,713 in 2025

Base Salary
$55k - $158k
Bonus
$2k - $30k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $25k
Commission
$1k - $35k
Total Pay
$51k - $173k
Based on 15,042 salary profiles (last updated Apr 02 2024)
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Common Health Benefits for a Associate Research Director

Medical
82%
Dental
73%
Vision
66%
None
17%

Gender Breakdown for Associate Research Directors

Female
72.3%
Male
26.5%
Prefer to self-define
0.9%
This data is based on 5,188 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Associate Research Directors

What is the highest pay for Associate Research Directors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Associate Research Director is $158k / year

What is the lowest pay for Associate Research Directors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Associate Research Director is $55k / year

How can Associate Research Directors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Associate Research Director 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 Associate Research Director that oversees more junior Associate Research Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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