The median research scientist posting in Somerville at a tech startup offers $109K base, with the middle half between $107K and $150K — from 8 live pay ranges at 2 companies.
| Level | Postings | Median | Middle 50% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level not stated | 5 | $109K | $103K–$109K |
| Senior | 3 | $165K | $155K–$165K |
| Company | Postings | Median | Middle 50% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Formlabs | 7 | $109K | $106K–$137K |
| Senior Materials Scientist Formlabs |
$115K–$215K |
| Senior SLS Materials Scientist Formlabs |
$115K–$215K |
| Senior Materials Scientist, R&D Form Energy |
$129K–$161K |
| Materials Scientist Formlabs |
$75K–$142K |
| Materials Scientist - Photopolymer Development Formlabs |
$75K–$142K |
| SLS Materials Scientist Formlabs |
$75K–$142K |
| Materials Scientist - June 2027 Grads Formlabs |
$75K–$130K |
| SLS Materials Scientist - June 2027 Grads Formlabs |
$75K–$130K |
Figures are the midpoint of each pay range published in a job posting (US$, base salary as posted), across open roles at the startups we track, recalculated daily. Postings without a range, interns and contractors are excluded. Updated Oct 15, 2026.