Research Scientist/scholar I visa sponsorship salary
Across 4 certified work-visa filings, the median wage for Research Scientist/scholar I is $71,219. The middle half of filings fall between $68,480 and $78,421, and the top decile begins at $88,989. Classified under SOC 19-2021.00 (Atmospheric and Space Scientists).
Median
$71,219
25th pct
$68,480
75th pct
$78,421
90th pct
$88,989
Filings
4
$64,255$93,333
Who pays what for Research Scientist/scholar I
Ranked by number of certified filings
| Employer | Filings | 25th | Median | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University | 4 | $68,480 | $71,219 | $78,421 |
Individual filings
Most recent certified determinations
| Employer | Location | Wage | Level | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University | Fort Collins, CO | $72,550 | IV | Jul 3, 2025 |
| Colorado State University | Fort Collins, CO | $64,255 | III | Jun 4, 2025 |
| Colorado State University | Fort Collins, CO | $96,034 | III | Feb 3, 2025 |
| Colorado State University | Fort Collins, CO | $69,888 | III | Jan 17, 2025 |
Prevailing wage levels I through IV reflect the experience and responsibility the employer attested to, not seniority titles. A level I filing is an entry-level determination; level IV is fully competent and independent. Comparing across levels explains much of the spread between the 25th and 90th percentile above.