Assistant Academic Research Scientist
H-1B Salary Data · 36 certified filings
$70,571Avg. Salary
$58,000Minimum
$96,262Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Assistant Academic Research Scientist is $70,571 — 42% below the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 36 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Assistant Academic Research Scientist?
The average H-1B salary for Assistant Academic Research Scientist is $70,571 based on 36 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $58,000 to $96,262.
$70,571
Average
$58,000
Minimum
$96,262
Maximum
36
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Assistant Academic Research Scientist
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Emory University | $70,570 | 36 |
Section 2
Assistant Academic Research Scientist Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | $70,827 | 32 |
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Section 3
Pay for this role varies by DOL wage level — see the H-1B wage levels I–IV explained with prevailing wage data per level.
Source: US Department of Labor LCA Disclosure Data. Category: Science. Updated: Q1 FY2025.