Research Specialist III visa sponsorship salary
Across 2 certified work-visa filings, the median wage for Research Specialist III is $83,860. The middle half of filings fall between $81,381 and $86,338, and the top decile begins at $87,825. Classified under SOC 11-9033.00 (Education Administrators, Postsecondary).
Median
$83,860
25th pct
$81,381
75th pct
$86,338
90th pct
$87,825
Filings
2
$78,903$88,816
Individual filings
Most recent certified determinations
| Employer | Location | Wage | Level | Decided |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas A&M Transportation Institute | Bryan, TX | $88,816 | II | Jul 14, 2025 |
| Trustees of Boston University | Ashland, MA | $78,903 | I | May 15, 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.