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Research assistant salary in Calgary, AB

How much does a Research Assistant make in Calgary, AB?

Average base salary

$23.46
8%
below national average

The average salary for a research assistant is $23.46 per hour in Calgary, AB. 30 salaries reported, updated at July 3, 2026

Research Assistant job openings in Calgary, AB

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Research Assistant, Department...
University of Calgary4.1out of 5 stars.
Calgary, AB
Full-time
3 days ago

Highest paying companies for Research Assistant in Calgary, AB

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Intact
 
$82,066per year
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Canadian Cancer Society
 
$63,500per year
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Alberta Health Services
 
$60,333per year
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Bow Valley College
 
$50,960per year
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Hull Services
 
$50,232per year
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University of Calgary
 
$47,756per year
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Highest paying cities for Research Assistants near Calgary, AB

  1. Ardrossan, AB
    $26.56 per hour
  2. Lethbridge County, AB
    $26.00 per hour
  3. Peace River, AB
    $24.33 per hour
  4. Calgary, AB
    $23.46 per hour
  5. Lethbridge, AB
    $22.40 per hour

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