Question 1

What does a Mid Research Scientist at OpenAI make?

Accepted Answer

Open Mid Research Scientist postings at OpenAI disclose a median band of $295K–$445K annual. Based on 35 active postings that meet the salary-disclosure floor.

Question 2

How is OpenAI's Research Scientist salary data sourced?

Accepted Answer

Every band is derived from active OpenAI job postings that disclose a USD-yearly salary above the qualifying floor, plus verified community submissions where available. 35 qualifying job postings currently feed this page.

Question 3

Why does Research Scientist compensation vary at OpenAI?

Accepted Answer

The P25–P75 spread for Mid Research Scientist at OpenAI is $250K–$445K. Specialisation, team, and location are the main drivers; the long-tail page surfaces the per-tier breakdown.

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