Research Associate: Average Salary in Australia, 2026
Find out what the average Research Associate salary is
Salary rate
How much does a Research Associate make in Australia?
$105,254/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries
Based on 10000 salaries
The average Research Associate in Australia is $105,254 per year or $53.98 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $95,057 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $115,630 per year.
Median$105,254

Low$95,057
High$115,630
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