50% of professionals earn between $74,166 - $131,150 CAD
The median salary is $105,550
The average salary for a Research Scientist in Canada is CAD 105,550 - CAD 131,150 per year in 2026. The median salary is CAD 118,350 per year, based on 1,206 active job listings.
The cities with the most Research Scientist job opportunities in Canada are Toronto, Montreal (administrative Region), Vancouver, Winnipeg, Montréal. Toronto leads with 239 job openings.
Leading employers for Research Scientist roles in Canada include Pfizer, Luma, Mercor, Amgen, Canadian Nuclear Laboratories.
Explore 1,206 Research Scientist job listings in Canada on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.