Penn State University, PA Research Assistant Pay

Based on 6 postings, Aug 2025–Jul 2026

Penn State University, PA posted Research Assistant pay of $36,888–$53,532/yr in July 2026. Across 6 postings (Aug 2025–Jul 2026) the posted ranges ran $36,888–$61,000/yr.

$36,888–$53,532/yr

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Research Assistant

Penn State University, PA

Full-time $15/hr
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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6PostingsAug 2025–Jul 2026
1Open right now
5Distinct ranges posted

Posted pay ranges

Each distinct range Penn State University posted for Research Assistant roles, oldest first. Ranges differ by level, department and assignment.

Research Assistant - Farooque/Saha (Graduate Student Position) – AI in Education ProjectFirst posted Aug 2025
$20/hr
Research Assistant - CEARLFirst posted Aug 2025
$42,100–$61,000/yr
Research AssistantFirst posted Apr 2026
$15/hr
Research Assistant, Materials Science and EngineeringFirst posted Jul 2026
$34/hr
Research Assistant, Cancer InstituteFirst posted Jul 2026
$36,888–$53,532/yr

Postings this is based on

Pay as published in the employer's own job postings. Past postings are shown for pay only; they are closed.

PostedPostingRange
Jul 16, 2026Research Assistant, Cancer Institute$36,888–$53,532/yr
Jul 10, 2026Research Assistant, Materials Science and Engineering$34/hr
Apr 10, 2026Research Assistant$15/hr
Feb 18, 2026Research Assistant - Jake Gittlen Laboratories$42,100–$61,000/yr
Aug 9, 2025Research Assistant - CEARL$42,100–$61,000/yr
Aug 9, 2025Research Assistant - Farooque/Saha (Graduate Student Position) – AI in Education Project$20/hr

Penn State University, PA Research Assistant Pay: FAQ

How much does Penn State University, PA pay a Research Assistant?

Penn State University, PA's most recent Research Assistant posting (July 2026) listed $36,888–$53,532/yr.

What is the Research Assistant pay range at Penn State University, PA?

Across 6 Research Assistant postings from Aug 2025–Jul 2026, posted pay ran $36,888–$61,000/yr.