Postdoctoral Scholar vs Research Associate
Salary comparison in Los Angeles
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| Metric | Postdoctoral Scholar | Research Associate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th Percentile (P25) | $72K | $53K | $-18500 |
| Median (P50) | $75K | $65K | $-10459 (-14%) |
| 75th Percentile (P75) | $77K | $71K | $-6126 |
| IQR (P75 − P25) | $5K | $18K | — |
| Data Points | <25 | <25 | — |
Median Salary Gap
Postdoctoral Scholar
$75K
Research Associate
$65K
Research Associate median is -14% below Postdoctoral Scholar in Los Angeles
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