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Post-Doctoral Research Fellow

Average Post-Doctoral Research Fellow Salary

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$51,322
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$43k
MEDIAN
$51k
90%
$76k

The average salary for a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow is $51,322 in 2025

Base Salary
$43k - $76k
Bonus
$99 - $36k
Profit Sharing
$14 - $19k
Total Pay
$42k - $77k
Based on 1,546 salary profiles (last updated Aug 04 2021)
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Common Health Benefits for a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow

Medical
83%
Dental
60%
Vision
50%
None
17%

Gender Breakdown for Post-Doctoral Research Fellows

Male
52.0%
Female
47.7%
Prefer to self-define
0.4%
This data is based on 562 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Post-Doctoral Research Fellows

What is the highest pay for Post-Doctoral Research Fellows?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow is $76k / year

What is the lowest pay for Post-Doctoral Research Fellows?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow is $43k / year

How can Post-Doctoral Research Fellows increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow 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 Post-Doctoral Research Fellow that oversees more junior Post-Doctoral Research Fellows, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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