How much does a Research Scientist earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Research Scientist in Australia ranges from AUD 90,337 to AUD 103,958 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 293 job listings

Salary Guide

Research Scientist Salary in Australia

Based on 293 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$90,337 - $103,958

Median salary

$90,337 - $103,958

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$51K

25th percentile$63K

Median$90K

75th percentile$104K

90th percentile$120K

50% of professionals earn between $63,395 - $103,958 AUD

The median salary is $90,337

Top cities

Melbourne71 job openings

Sydney61 job openings

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Research Scientist

293 job openings

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The average salary for a Research Scientist in Australia is AUD 90,337 - AUD 103,958 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 97,148 per year, based on 293 active job listings.

The cities with the most Research Scientist job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Parkville. Melbourne leads with 71 job openings.

Explore 293 Research Scientist job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.