Research Specialist III -Various Studies-
Authorized salary ranges
| Range | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| A | $9,200 to $11,852 | $110,400 to $142,224 |
| S | $9,578 to $12,343 | $114,936 to $148,116 |
Representation
Bargaining Unit U10.
Where these jobs are
3 state employees held this classification in 2025, from State Controller payroll data.
| Department | Employees |
|---|---|
| Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation | 2 |
| Board of State and Community Corrections | 1 |
Against the market
The BLS median wage for Life Scientists, All Other across all California employers was $102,830 a year in 2025. This classification is authorized from $110,400 to $148,116 a year.
Footnotes
- Footnote 01 Used in Pay Letters to designate 12-month probationary period. In the Alphabetic and Schematic Pay Scales Listings, a column is provided for designating the months of the probationary period. (Reinstituted 12/78)
- Footnote 19 Rule of three ranks certification. (Effective 1/1/79, all open examinations are rule of three ranks per Government Code 19057.1.)