Research Instructor
H-1B Salary Data · 38 certified filings
$78,058Avg. Salary
$49,477Minimum
$115,000Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Research Instructor is $78,058 — 36% below the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 38 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Research Instructor?
The average H-1B salary for Research Instructor is $78,058 based on 38 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $49,477 to $115,000.
$78,058
Average
$49,477
Minimum
$115,000
Maximum
38
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Research Instructor
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| University of Pittsburgh | $72,046 | 15 |
| Vanderbilt University | $76,916 | 4 |
| University of Nebraska Medical Center | $70,133 | 3 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | $98,826 | 3 |
Section 2
Research Instructor Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | $86,306 | 7 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $72,046 | 15 |
Related Roles
Research Technician Ii ($51,896)
Postdoctoral Scientist ($76,261)
Life Science Research Professional 2 ($83,041)
Economist ($143,200)
Associate Scientist ($90,038)
Associate Staff Scientist ($76,124)
Senior Scientist ($118,601)
Postdoctoral Research Scientist ($83,593)
Postdoctoral Associate/Fellow ($66,044)
Research Assistant ($56,026)
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.