Sr. Scientist
H-1B Salary Data · 30 certified filings
$118,371Avg. Salary
$66,893Minimum
$162,000Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Sr. Scientist is $118,371 — 3% below the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 30 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Sr. Scientist?
The average H-1B salary for Sr. Scientist is $118,371 based on 30 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $66,893 to $162,000.
$118,371
Average
$66,893
Minimum
$162,000
Maximum
30
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Sr. Scientist
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Amgen Inc. | $141,884 | 5 |
| NOVITIUM PHARMA LLC. | $93,392 | 3 |
| Eli Lilly and Company | $96,321 | 3 |
Section 2
Related Roles
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF BIOLOGY ($70,663)
Associate Researcher ($98,433)
Associate Scientist III ($95,675)
Staff Scientist I ($78,271)
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF COMMUNICATION ($64,298)
Assistant Professor/Nominated Assistant Professor ($118,446)
BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST III ($65,969)
IAC Researcher ($275,357)
Assistant Professor of History ($78,843)
Food Scientist ($90,284)
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.