R&D Technician Salary in San Francisco, California

How much does a R&D Technician make in San Francisco, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a R&D Technician in San Francisco, CA is $142,582. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $125,685 to $160,564, with most professionals earning between $110,300 and $176,936.

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What is a R&D Technician?

An R&D (Research and Development) Technician is responsible for assisting in the development and testing of new products, processes, and technologies. They work closely with engineers and scientists to conduct experiments, collect and analyze data, and troubleshoot any issues that arise during the research and development process. R&D Technicians may also be involved in maintaining laboratory equipment, preparing samples, and documenting experimental procedures and results. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team are essential for success in this role.

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What does a R&D Technician do?

Common responsibilities of a R&D Technician

Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and instruments to ensure accurate and reliable results.

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Collaborate with other team members to troubleshoot and solve technical problems that arise during experiments or tests.

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Collect and analyze data from experiments and tests, and prepare reports for review by the R&D team.

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Conduct research and development experiments and tests under the guidance of senior scientists or engineers.

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Assist in the preparation of research proposals, project plans, and technical documentation.

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Keep detailed records of experimental procedures, results, and observations for future reference.

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Assist in the design and development of new products, processes, or technologies.

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Stay updated on the latest developments in the field and contribute to the identification of new research opportunities.

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Support the transfer of new technologies or processes to production or other departments within the organization.

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Follow safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment in the laboratory.

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Average Salary Range for R&D Technician in San Francisco, CA

Average Base Salary

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125685

160564

142582

Average Total Cash Compensation

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131248

175142

151368

What is the average salary for R&D Technician in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of R&D Technician in San Francisco, CA. The base salary for R&D Technician ranges from $125,685 to $160,564 with the average base salary of $142,582. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $131,248 to $175,142 with the average total cash compensation of $151,368.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$142,582	$125,685 - $160,564
Bonus	$8,786	$5,564 - $14,578
Total Pay	$151,368	$131,248 - $175,142

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

R&D Technician Salary Near San Francisco, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $125,685 - $160,564	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Berkeley, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $122,897 - $157,003	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Oakland, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $122,897 - $157,003	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Vallejo, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $113,216 - $144,635	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $122,696 - $156,746	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Concord, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,974 - $144,326	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA

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About San Francisco, California

San Francisco is located on the West Coast of the United States at the north end of the San Francisco Peninsula and includes significant stretches of the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay within its boundaries. Several picturesque islands—Alcatraz, Treasure Island and the adjacent Yerba Buena Island, and small portions of Alameda Island, Red Rock Island, and Angel Island—are part of the city. Also included are the uninhabited Farallon Islands, 27 miles (43 km) offshore in the Pacific Ocean. The mainland within the city limits roughly forms a "seven-by-seven-mile square", a common local collo...

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