Postdoctoral Scholar vs Research Scientist
Salary comparison in San Francisco
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| Metric | Postdoctoral Scholar | Research Scientist | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th Percentile (P25) | $72K | $179K | +$108K |
| Median (P50) | $74K | $182K | +$108K (+145%) |
| 75th Percentile (P75) | $80K | $285K | +$205K |
| IQR (P75 − P25) | $8K | $106K | — |
| Data Points | 30 | <25 | — |
Median Salary Gap
Postdoctoral Scholar
$74K
Research Scientist
$182K
Research Scientist median is +145% above Postdoctoral Scholar in San Francisco
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