As of July 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of Research Biologist in the United States is $27. While Salary.com is seeing that the highest pay for Research Biologist in the US can go up to $32 and the lowest down to $21, but most earn between $24 and $29. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Research Biologist in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Pay Rate | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Research Biologist Salary | $21 | US | July 01, 2026 |
| 25th Percentile Research Biologist Salary | $24 | US | July 01, 2026 |
| 50th Percentile Research Biologist Salary | $27 | US | July 01, 2026 |
| 75th Percentile Research Biologist Salary | $29 | US | July 01, 2026 |
| 90th Percentile Research Biologist Salary | $32 | US | July 01, 2026 |
A biologist is a scientist who has specialized knowledge in the field of biology, the scientific study of life. Biologists involved in fundamental research attempt to explore and further explain the underlying mechanisms that govern the functioning of living matter. Biologists involved in applied research attempt to develop or improve more specific processes and understanding, in fields such as medicine and industry. Biologists are interested in understanding the underlying mechanisms that govern the functioning of living matter as well as the complex properties that emerge from the biophysic...
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0 - 2 years experience
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent
2 - 4 years experience
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent
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