Senior Scientist I
H-1B Salary Data · 52 certified filings
$112,288Avg. Salary
$80,184Minimum
$163,800Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Senior Scientist I is $112,288 — 8% below the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 52 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Senior Scientist I?
The average H-1B salary for Senior Scientist I is $112,288 based on 52 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $80,184 to $163,800.
$112,288
Average
$80,184
Minimum
$163,800
Maximum
52
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Senior Scientist I
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, Inc. | $100,487 | 25 |
| Seismic Therapeutic Inc | $144,681 | 3 |
Section 2
Senior Scientist I Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Emeryville, CA | $107,723 | 5 |
| Cambridge, MA | $97,321 | 18 |
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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: Research & Academia. Updated: Q1 FY2025.