How much does a Research Scientist earn in Ireland?

The estimated salary for Research Scientist in Ireland ranges from EUR 135,000 to EUR 152,500 EUR per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 82 job listings

Salary Guide

Research Scientist Salary in Ireland

Based on 82 job listings - 2026

Average salary

€135,000 - €152,500

Median salary

€135,000 - €152,500

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile€71K

25th percentile€89K

Median€135K

75th percentile€153K

90th percentile€175K

50% of professionals earn between €89,311 - €152,500 EUR

The median salary is €135,000

Top cities

Dublin29 job openings

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Research Scientist

82 job openings

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The average salary for a Research Scientist in Ireland is EUR 135,000 - EUR 152,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is EUR 143,750 per year, based on 82 active job listings.

The cities with the most Research Scientist job opportunities in Ireland are Dublin, Charleville, Athlone, Cork, Westport. Dublin leads with 29 job openings.

Explore 82 Research Scientist job listings in Ireland on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.