The Ohio State University Research Associate Pay

Based on 14 postings, Dec 2025–Sep 2026

The Ohio State University posted Research Associate pay of $88,300–$115,350/yr in September 2026. Across 14 postings (Dec 2025–Sep 2026) the posted ranges ran $48,500–$115,350/yr.

$88,300–$115,350/yr

No Research Associate openings at The Ohio State University right now. Past postings and their pay are below.

14PostingsDec 2025–Sep 2026
0Open right now
8Distinct ranges posted

Posted pay ranges

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

Research Senior AssociateFirst posted Dec 2025
$58,700–$77,200/yr
Research AssociateFirst posted Feb 2026
$16–$21/hr
Research AssociateFirst posted Mar 2026
$19–$25/hr
Research AssociateFirst posted Mar 2026
$51,500–$67,250/yr
Research Associate 2First posted Apr 2026
$48,500/yr
Research Associate 2 (Newark Campus)First posted Jul 2026
$49,067/yr
Research Associate 2 – EngineerFirst posted Sep 2026
$70,100–$91,600/yr
Senior Research AssociateFirst posted Sep 2026
$88,300–$115,350/yr

Pay by level

Base titlePosted Sep 2026
$51,500–$67,250/yr
2Posted Sep 2026
$70,100–$91,600/yr
SeniorPosted Sep 2026
$88,300–$115,350/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
Sep 29, 2026Senior Research Associate$88,300–$115,350/yr
Sep 24, 2026Research Associate 2 – Engineer$70,100–$91,600/yr
Sep 15, 2026Research Associate$51,500–$67,250/yr
Jul 14, 2026Research Associate 2 (Newark Campus)$49,067/yr
Jul 11, 2026Research Associate - Data Manager$58,700–$77,200/yr
May 13, 2026Research Senior Associate$58,700–$77,200/yr
May 12, 2026Research Associate$51,500–$67,250/yr
May 6, 2026Research Associate - Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center$51,500–$67,250/yr
Apr 4, 2026Research Associate 2$48,500/yr
Mar 14, 2026Research Associate$51,500–$67,250/yr

The Ohio State University Research Associate Pay: FAQ

How much does The Ohio State University pay a Research Associate?

The Ohio State University's most recent Research Associate posting (September 2026) listed $88,300–$115,350/yr.

What is the Research Associate pay range at The Ohio State University?

Across 14 Research Associate postings from Dec 2025–Sep 2026, posted pay ran $48,500–$115,350/yr.

What does each Research Associate level pay?

Base title: $51,500–$67,250/yr (Sep 2026); 2: $70,100–$91,600/yr (Sep 2026); Senior: $88,300–$115,350/yr (Sep 2026).