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Postdoctoral Research Scientist
H1B Labor Condition Application (LCA) data, FY2024–2025
49
Total Petitions
$73,960
Avg Salary
$74,263
Median Salary
$72,000 – $75,324
25th–75th Percentile
Salary Distribution
25th Percentile
$72,000
Median
$74,263
Average
$73,960
75th Percentile
$75,324
Based on 49 LCA certified petitions. Salaries normalized to annual.
Top States
NY
New York47 petitions · $74,534
MO
Missouri1 petitions · $56,597
IA
Iowa1 petitions · $64,356
Top Employers Hiring Postdoctoral Research Scientists
| # | Employer | Petitions | Avg Salary | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Columbia University | 46 | $74,519 | |
| 2 | The Research Foundation For Mental Hygiene, Inc. | 1 | $75,245 | |
| 3 | Saint Louis University | 1 | $56,597 | |
| 4 | The University Of Iowa | 1 | $64,356 |
About H1B Sponsorship for Postdoctoral Research Scientist
Based on FY2024–FY2025 Department of Labor LCA disclosure data, there were 49 certified H1B petitions for Postdoctoral Research Scientist positions. The average H1B salary for Postdoctoral Research Scientist is $73,960, with a median of $74,263. The middle 50% of salaries range from $72,000 to $75,324. New York is the most common work state, accounting for 47 petitions.
Source: DOL OFLC LCA Disclosure Data FY2024–FY2025. Data reflects Labor Condition Applications only and does not represent visa approvals.