50% of professionals earn between $76,509 - $111,554 AUD
The median salary is $100,911
The average salary for a Research Scientist in Australia is AUD 100,911 - AUD 111,554 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 106,233 per year, based on 404 active job listings.
The cities with the most Research Scientist job opportunities in Australia are Council Of The City Of Sydney, Melbourne, Sydney, Bundoora, Brisbane. Council Of The City Of Sydney leads with 77 job openings.
Leading employers for Research Scientist roles in Australia include Agriculture Victoria, Australian Institute Of Marine Science, GE HealthCare, Bondi Bio, Canva.
Explore 404 Research Scientist job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.