How much does a Research Assistant Professor make in Boston, MA?

As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Research Assistant Professor in Boston, MA is $72,737. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $56,883 to a high of $93,367, with most professionals earning between $64,439 and $83,535.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Research Assistant Professor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Research Assistant Professor Salary $56,883 Boston,MA May 01, 2025
25th Percentile Research Assistant Professor Salary $64,439 Boston,MA May 01, 2025
50th Percentile Research Assistant Professor Salary $72,737 Boston,MA May 01, 2025
75th Percentile Research Assistant Professor Salary $83,535 Boston,MA May 01, 2025
90th Percentile Research Assistant Professor Salary $93,367 Boston,MA May 01, 2025
25% $64,439 10% $56,883 90% $93,367 75% $83,535 $72,737 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Research Assistant Professor

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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