Lead Researcher
H-1B Salary Data · 16 certified filings
$85,855Avg. Salary
$60,590Minimum
$226,561Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Lead Researcher is $85,855 — 29% below the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 16 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Lead Researcher?
The average H-1B salary for Lead Researcher is $85,855 based on 16 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $60,590 to $226,561.
$85,855
Average
$60,590
Minimum
$226,561
Maximum
16
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Lead Researcher
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| ST. JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL | $67,712 | 10 |
Section 2
Lead Researcher Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN | $67,712 | 10 |
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Post Doctoral Research Associate ($65,790)
Postdoctoral Research Affiliate ($78,598)
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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.