Based on 39 job posts analysed by AcademicJobs.com, the higher education salary benchmark.
| Group | Current salaries | What this is |
|---|---|---|
| Executive | £51,718 | 1 posts |
| Academic | £49,100–£58,328 | 13 posts |
| Administrative and professional | £46,481–£68,651 | 7 posts |
Academic roles
| Role | Current salaries | What this is |
|---|---|---|
| Research | £54,876 | 4 posts |
| Lecturer/Instructor | £58,328 | 3 posts |
| Research Fellow | £51,571 | 3 posts |
| Post-Doc | £49,100 | 2 posts |
| Senior Lecturer | £58,328 | 1 posts |
Royal College of Art advertises academic, executive, HR and professional roles in United Kingdom.
Lecturers and instructors are paid around £58,328.
The most-posted role is Research, across 39 job posts.
The highest paid group in these posts is Administrative and professional.
0 jobs are open now in Greater London.
The medians are in pounds, updated October 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
💵 What is the average salary at Royal College of Art?
The median posted salary at Royal College of Art is £51,571.
📚 How much do lecturers earn at Royal College of Art?
Lecturers and instructors at Royal College of Art earn around £58,328.
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