Biochemistry Research Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Biochemistry Research Assistant make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Biochemistry Research Assistant in the United States is $40,845 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, a Biochemistry Research Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,902
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,324 to $42,969
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,208
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Biochemistry Research Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $42,969 $3,581 $826 $21
Average $40,845 $3,404 $785 $20
25th Percentile $36,324 $3,027 $699 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Biochemistry Research Assistant Salaries

A Biochemistry Research Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Biochemistry Research Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Biochemistry Research Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $40,092
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $41,845
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $42,594
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $42,781
  • Expert (over 8 years): $42,875
Levels Salary
Entry Level Biochemistry Research Assistant$40,092
Intermediate Level Biochemistry Research Assistant$41,845
Senior Level Biochemistry Research Assistant$42,594
Specialist Level Biochemistry Research Assistant$42,781
Expert Level Biochemistry Research Assistant$42,875
$40,092 0 yr
$41,845 < 2 yrs
$42,594 2-4 yrs
$42,781 5-8 yrs
$42,875 > 8 yrs
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How Do Biochemistry Research Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Biochemistry Research Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $45,224.
  • California: $45,052.
  • Massachusetts: $44,452.

Top Paying Cities for Biochemistry Research Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $51,518
  • San Francisco: $51,011
  • Oakland: $49,880

What Skills Can Increase a Biochemistry Research Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Scheduling (Mentioned in 9.33% Job Postings): Scheduling is the process of arranging, controlling and optimizing work and workloads in a production process or manufacturing process.
  • Record Keeping (Mentioned in 1.65% Job Postings): Maintaining financial records and transactions of an organization to track all of the financial statements and auditing systems.
  • Records Management System (Mentioned in 1.22% Job Postings): Records Management system is the management of records for an organization throughout the records-life cycle.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Scheduling 9.33%
Record Keeping 1.65%
Records Management System 1.22%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Biochemistry Research Assistant's salary.
  • Construction Management: Can increase your salary by up to 52%.
  • Quality Assurance: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 20%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Construction Management
$62,085
52%
Quality Assurance
$49,831
22%
Project Management
$49,014
20%
Preventative Maintenance
$49,014
20%
Analysis
$46,155
13%
Leadership
$45,338
11%
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Biochemistry Research Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Biochemistry Research Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Biochemistry Research Assistant

Salaries for a Biochemistry Research Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $37,595 in 2023 to around $37,128 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Biochemistry Research Assistant salary trends, .

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