50% of professionals earn between $62,950 - $82,831 CAD
The median salary is $74,995
The average salary for a Research Scientist in Canada is CAD 74,995 - CAD 82,831 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 78,913 per year, based on 1,033 active job listings.
The cities with the most Research Scientist job opportunities in Canada are Toronto, Montreal, Montreal (administrative Region), Vancouver, Mississauga. Toronto leads with 317 job openings.
Leading employers for Research Scientist roles in Canada include University of British Columbia, Waabi.
Explore 1,033 Research Scientist job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.