How much does a Research Librarian make in Washington, DC? The average Research Librarian salary in Washington, DC is $73,493 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $63,372 and $84,442. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Research Librarian Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Research Librarian Salary $54,158 Washington,DC May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Research Librarian Salary $63,372 Washington,DC May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Research Librarian Salary $73,493 Washington,DC May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Research Librarian Salary $84,442 Washington,DC May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Research Librarian Salary $94,411 Washington,DC May 28, 2024
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Research Librarian

Supreme Court of the United States - Washington, DC

Research Librarian

Judicial Branch - Washington, DC

Research Services Librarian for Undergraduate Research

George Washington University - Washington, DC

Technical Services/Research Law Librarian

US Government Other Agencies and Independent Organizations - Washington, DC

Research Librarian

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  • Summary. This is a full-time position with the Library at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C. Closing Date: Tuesday, 06/18/2024, 11:...
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  • Summary. This is a full-time position with the Library at the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C. Closing Date: Tuesday, 06/18/2024, 11:...
    - 2 Days Ago
  • Recruitment Plan. I. RECRUITMENT PLAN. Posting Number. F002344. Academic Title. Research Services Librarian for Undergraduate Research. Rank. Librarian I, ...
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  • SummaryTechnical Services/Research Law Librarians assist with the management of core legal information repositories for the Office of General Counsel.Learn...
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  • Technical Services/Research Law Librarian Technical Services/Research Law Librarians assist with the management of core legal information repositories for ...
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  1. This Job:

    Research Librarian

    2 - 4 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

  2. Up a level:

    Senior Librarian

    4 - 7 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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