Principal Research Associate
H-1B Salary Data · 14 certified filings
$115,000Avg. Salary
$88,800Minimum
$157,346Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Principal Research Associate is $115,000 — 5% below the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 14 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Principal Research Associate?
The average H-1B salary for Principal Research Associate is $115,000 based on 14 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $88,800 to $157,346.
$115,000
Average
$88,800
Minimum
$157,346
Maximum
14
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Principal Research Associate
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| TScan Therapeutics, Inc. | $105,331 | 3 |
Section 2
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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: Other. Updated: Q1 FY2025.