How much does a Research Scientist earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Research Scientist in Australia ranges from AUD 89,579 to AUD 119,667 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 233 job listings

Salary Guide

Research Scientist Salary in Australia

Based on 233 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$89,579 - $119,667

Median salary

$89,579 - $119,667

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$69K

25th percentile$86K

Median$90K

75th percentile$120K

90th percentile$138K

50% of professionals earn between $85,915 - $119,667 AUD

The median salary is $89,579

Top cities

Sydney56 job openings

Melbourne34 job openings

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Research Scientist

233 job openings

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The average salary for a Research Scientist in Australia is AUD 89,579 - AUD 119,667 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 104,623 per year, based on 233 active job listings.

The cities with the most Research Scientist job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Brisbane. Sydney leads with 56 job openings.

Explore 233 Research Scientist job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.