What are the main factors that influence a Senior Technical Writer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Senior Technical Writer's salary?

A Senior Technical Writer's salary grows with experience: an Entry Technical Writer (0-2 years)earns $64,112, an Intermediate Technical Writer (2-4 years)earns $77,053, a Senior Technical Writer (4-7 years)earns $96,727, a Technical Product Documentation Writer IV (7+ years)earns $113,453, a Technical Writing/Documentation Supervisor III (7+ years)earns $107,343,

What are the highest paying states for a Senior Technical Writer?

Senior Technical Writer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Senior Technical Writer roles are District of Columbia $107,100, California $106,700, Massachusetts $105,300. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Senior Technical Writer roles make?

Salaries for Senior Technical Writer level roles vary by specialization: Technical Writer IV: $113,453; Technical Writer III: $96,727; Technical Writer III Senior: $94,743; Intermediate Technical Writer: $77,100; Technical Writer II: $77,053.

How do different companies affect a Senior Technical Writer's salary?

Company size, industry, and compensation structure create significant salary variations for Senior Technical Writer roles. Large, established industry leaders like C R Bard Inc ($128,509) and Henry Schein Canada ($124,697) offer base salaries 35-40% above the national average. In contrast, smaller firms or startups may offer closer to $82,041.

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Senior Technical Writer Salary in the United States

How much does a Senior Technical Writer make in the United States?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Technical Writer in the United States is $96,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

However, a Senior Technical Writer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,531
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $87,600 to $99,800
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,224

10% $79,224

50% (Median) $96,800

90% $102,531

Senior Technical Writer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,800	$8,317	$1,919	$48
Average	$96,800	$8,067	$1,862	$47
25th Percentile	$87,600	$7,300	$1,685	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Senior Technical Writer Salaries

A Senior Technical Writer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Senior Technical Writer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Senior Technical Writer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry Technical Writer (0-2 years): $64,112
Intermediate Technical Writer (2-4 years): $77,053
Senior Technical Writer (4-7 years): $96,727
Technical Product Documentation Writer IV (7+ years): $113,453
Technical Writing/Documentation Supervisor III (7+ years): $107,343

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Technical Writer	0-2 years	$64,112
Intermediate Technical Writer	2-4 years	$77,053
Senior Technical Writer	4-7 years	$96,727
Technical Product Documentation Writer IV	7+ years	$113,453
Technical Writing/Documentation Supervisor III	7+ years	$107,343

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How Do Senior Technical Writer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Senior Technical Writers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $107,100.
California: $106,700.
Massachusetts: $105,300.

District of Columbia $107,100 California $106,700 Massachusetts $105,300 Washington $104,900 New Jersey $104,900 Alaska $104,800 Connecticut $103,400 New York $102,900

Hawaii $101,100 Rhode Island $100,300 Maryland $99,800 Minnesota $99,000 Colorado $98,700 Illinois $98,600 Oregon $98,300 Delaware $98,000

New Hampshire $97,800 Virginia $97,500 Pennsylvania $96,300 Nevada $95,800 North Dakota $95,600 Michigan $95,300 Wisconsin $95,200 Vermont $95,000

Maine $94,400 Texas $94,400 Arizona $94,300 Ohio $94,200 Georgia $93,300 Indiana $92,900 Wyoming $92,800 Utah $92,700

Iowa $92,600 Kansas $92,200 Missouri $92,000 Louisiana $92,000 North Carolina $92,000 Florida $91,600 Montana $91,400 Nebraska $91,200

Kentucky $91,100 South Carolina $90,700 Tennessee $90,400 Idaho $90,300 New Mexico $89,600 Oklahoma $89,500 Alabama $88,900 South Dakota $88,000

Arkansas $87,400 West Virginia $87,200 Mississippi $86,300

Top Paying Cities for Senior Technical Writers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

San Jose: $122,100
San Francisco: $120,700
Oakland: $118,200

San Jose, CA $122,100

San Francisco, CA $120,700

Oakland, CA $118,200

New York, NY $111,400

Paramus, NJ $110,100

Queens Village, NY $110,100

Passaic, NJ $110,000

Bergenfield, NJ $110,000

Huntington, NY $109,700

Stamford, CT $109,700

Newark, NJ $109,000

Bridgeport, CT $108,800

Vallejo, CA $108,600

New Brunswick, NJ $108,600

Petaluma, CA $108,500

Middlesex, NJ $108,300

Somerset, NJ $108,200

Santa Cruz, CA $108,100

Boston, MA $107,500

Monterey, CA $107,200

Seattle, WA $107,000

Santa Rosa, CA $107,000

Los Angeles, CA $106,900

Juneau, AK $106,700

Washington, DC $106,600

Orange, CA $106,200

Santa Ana, CA $106,000

Long Beach, CA $105,900

Anchorage, AK $105,800

Anaheim, CA $105,800

Santa Maria, CA $105,500

Everett, WA $105,500

Danbury, CT $105,200

Bremerton, WA $105,000

Tacoma, WA $104,700

New Suffolk, NY $104,700

Sacramento, CA $104,600

Santa Barbara, CA $104,500

Trenton, NJ $104,400

San Diego, CA $104,400

Brockton, MA $104,300

Fairbanks, AK $104,100

Lompoc, CA $103,800

Lowell, MA $103,800

Ventura, CA $103,700

Nashua, NH $103,700

Stockton, CA $103,700

Modesto, CA $103,000

Poughkeepsie, NY $102,800

New Haven, CT $102,600

Olympia, WA $102,600

Kennewick, WA $102,600

Lawrence, MA $102,200

Hartford, CT $102,100

Riverside, CA $102,100

New Bedford, MA $102,000

Richland, WA $102,000

Bakersfield, CA $101,900

Norwich, CT $101,800

New London, CT $101,800

San Bernardino, CA $101,800

New Britain, CT $101,800

Atlantic City, NJ $101,800

Portsmouth, NH $101,700

Boulder, CO $101,500

Portland, OR $101,400

Worcester, MA $101,400

Minneapolis, MN $101,100

Philadelphia, PA $101,000

Honolulu, HI $100,600

Saint Paul, MN $100,600

Vineland, NJ $100,600

Providence, RI $100,300

Chicago, IL $100,000

Bellingham, WA $99,900

Springfield, MA $99,800

Baltimore, MD $99,800

Chico, CA $99,500

Pittsfield, MA $99,300

Manchester, NH $99,100

Spokane, WA $98,700

Denver, CO $98,700

Albany, NY $98,200

Troy, NY $98,200

Nassau, NY $98,100

Schenectady, NY $98,000

Wilmington, DE $97,900

Burlington, VT $97,800

Salem, OR $97,700

Portland, ME $97,400

Yakima, WA $97,300

Rochester, MN $97,000

Reno, NV $97,000

Fresno, CA $97,000

Milwaukee, WI $96,900

Allentown, PA $96,800

Ann Arbor, MI $96,800

Detroit, MI $96,800

Colorado Springs, CO $96,600

Syracuse, NY $96,500

Carson City, NV $96,500

Houston, TX $96,400

Eugene, OR $96,400

Gary, IN $96,200

Springfield, OR $96,200

Galveston, TX $96,100

Bismarck, ND $96,100

Medford, OR $95,900

Fort Collins, CO $95,900

Concord, NH $95,800

Austin, TX $95,800

Dallas, TX $95,600

Mesa, AZ $95,600

Reading, PA $95,600

Phoenix, AZ $95,600

Saint Cloud, MN $95,500

Madison, WI $95,300

Utica, NY $95,100

Rochester, NY $94,900

Des Moines, IA $94,900

Raleigh, NC $94,900

Atlanta, GA $94,800

Battle Creek, MI $94,700

Salt Lake City, UT $94,700

Lancaster, PA $94,600

Harrisburg, PA $94,400

Boca Raton, FL $94,300

Columbus, OH $94,300

Fort Worth, TX $94,300

Kansas City, MO $94,300

Kansas City, KS $94,300

Champaign, IL $94,300

Cleveland, OH $94,200

Pittsburgh, PA $94,200

Richmond, VA $94,200

Indianapolis, IN $94,200

Cincinnati, OH $94,000

Las Vegas, NV $94,000

Petersburg, VA $93,900

Huntsville, AL $93,700

Lansing, MI $93,700

Lebanon, PA $93,700

Pueblo, CO $93,700

Appleton, WI $93,600

Buffalo, NY $93,600

Dayton, OH $93,600

Saint Louis, MO $93,500

Racine, WI $93,500

Charlotte, NC $93,500

Lorain, OH $93,400

York, PA $93,400

Elkhart, IN $93,400

Gastonia, NC $93,400

Billings, MT $93,400

Beaumont, TX $93,400

Binghamton, NY $93,300

Rock Hill, SC $93,300

Benton Harbor, MI $93,300

Toledo, OH $93,300

Rockford, IL $93,200

Springfield, IL $93,200

Elyria, OH $93,200

Fargo, ND $93,200

Flagstaff, AZ $93,100

Fort Lauderdale, FL $93,000

Duluth, MN $93,000

Miami, FL $93,000

Cheyenne, WY $92,900

Grand Forks, ND $92,900

Bangor, ME $92,700

Cedar Rapids, IA $92,600

Durham, NC $92,600

Louisville, KY $92,600

Grand Rapids, MI $92,500

Hialeah, FL $92,500

Casper, WY $92,400

Scranton, PA $92,300

Akron, OH $92,200

New Orleans, LA $92,200

Virginia Beach, VA $92,200

Peoria, IL $92,100

Sarasota, FL $92,000

Nashville, TN $92,000

Omaha, NE $92,000

Green Bay, WI $92,000

Davenport, IA $91,900

Baton Rouge, LA $91,900

Charleston, SC $91,900

Jamestown, NY $91,900

Tucson, AZ $91,800

Saint Petersburg, FL $91,700

Tampa, FL $91,700

Evansville, IN $91,700

Port Arthur, TX $91,700

Bradenton, FL $91,600

Santa Fe, NM $91,500

Clearwater, FL $91,300

Orlando, FL $91,300

La Crosse, WI $91,100

Canton, OH $91,100

Albuquerque, NM $91,000

Newport News, VA $91,000

High Point, NC $91,000

Ogden, UT $90,900

Norfolk, VA $90,800

Laramie, WY $90,800

Corpus Christi, TX $90,800

Rock Island, IL $90,700

Saginaw, MI $90,700

Jacksonville, FL $90,700

Salisbury, NC $90,700

Boise, ID $90,700

Moline, IL $90,600

Fort Myers, FL $90,600

Memphis, TN $90,600

Tulsa, OK $90,500

Waterloo, IA $90,500

Spartanburg, SC $90,400

Lincoln, NE $90,300

Fort Wayne, IN $90,300

Provo, UT $90,300

Cedar Falls, IA $90,200

San Antonio, TX $90,100

Greensboro, NC $90,100

South Bend, IN $90,100

Savannah, GA $90,000

Winston Salem, NC $89,900

Birmingham, AL $89,900

Muskegon, MI $89,900

Lake Charles, LA $89,600

Anderson, IN $89,600

Lexington, KY $89,600

Augusta, GA $89,600

Greenville, SC $89,600

Lima, OH $89,500

Wichita, KS $89,500

Tuscaloosa, AL $89,500

Springfield, OH $89,400

Columbia, SC $89,400

Asheville, NC $89,200

Bloomington, IN $89,100

Knoxville, TN $88,800

Shreveport, LA $88,800

Wilmington, NC $88,700

Roanoke, VA $88,700

Topeka, KS $88,500

Frankfort, KY $88,500

Melbourne, FL $88,400

Longview, TX $88,400

Chillicothe, OH $88,400

Oklahoma City, OK $88,400

Sioux Falls, SD $88,200

Mobile, AL $88,200

Terre Haute, IN $88,100

Altoona, PA $88,100

Amarillo, TX $88,000

Killeen, TX $88,000

Chattanooga, TN $87,900

Fayetteville, AR $87,900

Sioux City, IA $87,800

Idaho Falls, ID $87,800

Lynchburg, VA $87,700

Gainesville, FL $87,600

Portsmouth, OH $87,500

Little Rock, AR $87,500

Lafayette, LA $87,500

Youngstown, OH $87,500

Temple, TX $87,400

Pensacola, FL $87,400

Daytona Beach, FL $87,400

Clarksville, TN $87,400

Hopkinsville, KY $87,100

Erie, PA $87,100

Florence, SC $87,000

Charleston, WV $86,900

Great Falls, MT $86,800

Waco, TX $86,700

Fayetteville, NC $86,700

Tallahassee, FL $86,700

Macon, GA $86,700

Helena, MT $86,600

Pine Bluff, AR $86,600

Vincennes, IN $86,400

Lubbock, TX $86,400

Alamogordo, NM $86,300

Twin Falls, ID $86,300

Rapid City, SD $86,200

Greenville, MS $86,000

Jackson, MS $86,000

Huntington, WV $86,000

Parkersburg, WV $85,900

Montgomery, AL $85,900

Wichita Falls, TX $85,800

Springfield, MO $85,800

Biloxi, MS $85,800

Monroe, LA $85,700

Columbus, GA $85,600

Sumter, SC $85,600

Johnstown, PA $85,600

Pascagoula, MS $85,400

Abilene, TX $85,400

Kingsport, TN $85,100

Albany, GA $85,100

Gulfport, MS $85,100

Alexandria, LA $84,800

Fort Smith, AR $84,500

El Paso, TX $84,300

Las Cruces, NM $83,800

Harlingen, TX $83,600

Pocatello, ID $83,600

Florence, AL $83,500

Brownsville, TX $83,400

Mcallen, TX $83,200

Dothan, AL $83,100

Columbus, MS $82,500

Altus, OK $82,100

Lawton, OK $81,900

Pierre, SD $81,500

What Skills Can Increase a Senior Technical Writer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

Presentation (Mentioned in 3.65% Job Postings): Presentation conveys information from a speaker to an audience. Presentations are typically demonstrations, introduction, lecture, or speech meant to inform, persuade, inspire, motivate, build goodwill, or present a new idea/product.
Adobe (Mentioned in 2.25% Job Postings): A mixture of wet earth and grass made into bricks and dried in the sun, used to build houses. It originated from the oral form of Arabic al-tob, meaning "brick," It is the first materials used to create buildings in the 8th century B.C
Publishing (Mentioned in 1.44% Job Postings): Publishing is the dissemination of literature, music, or information. It is the activity of making information available to the general public. In some cases, authors may be their own publishers, meaning originators and developers of content also provide media to deliver and display their content. Also, the word "publisher" can refer both to an individual who leads a publishing company or an imprint and to an individual who owns/heads a magazine. Traditionally, the term refers to the distribution of printed works, such as books (the "book trade") and newspapers. With the advent of digital information systems and the Internet, the scope of publishing has expanded to include electronic resources such as the electronic versions of books and periodicals, as well as micropublishing, websites, blogs, video game publishers, and the like. Publishing includes the following stages of development: acquisition, copy editing, production, printing (and its electronic equivalents), marketing, and distribution.

Skills	Demand Percentage
Presentation	3.65%
Adobe	2.25%
Publishing	1.44%

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What skills can make your compensation higher?

Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Senior Technical Writer's salary.

API: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Product Development: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
UI: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.

Skill	Salary	Salary % Increase
API	$101,640	5%
Product Development	$101,640	5%
UI	$100,672	4%

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Senior Technical Writer Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Senior Technical Writer salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $108,178. While startup companies pay approximate $91,508.

Senior Technical Writer Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$91,508
Growth Stage	51~500	$96,778
Established	501~5000	$104,460
Enterprise	5000+	$108,178

Senior Technical Writer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Senior Technical Writer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 105% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Senior Technical Writer positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Senior Technical Writer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Senior Technical Writer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$135,520	$65.0	40%
Financial Services	$125,840	$60.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$125,840	$60.0	30%
Biotechnology	$121,000	$58.0	25%
Internet	$116,160	$56.0	20%

How Education impacts a Senior Technical Writer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Senior Technical Writers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Senior Technical Writer with a Bachelor's Degree is between $93,033 and $98,148).

Senior Technical Writer Salaries by Degree Level

$99,200
$98,300
$97,500
$96,600
$95,700
$94,800
$94,000
$93,100

Typical Education for Senior Technical Writer
Degree Level	% of user with this level of education
No Diploma	0.2%
High School	5.7%
Associates	5.9%
Bachelors	56.5%
Masters	29.6%
Doctorate	2.1%

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Senior Technical Writer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Senior Technical Writer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$87,600

Average $96,800/year

$99,800

$7,300

Average $8,067/month

$8,317

$1,685

Average $1,862/week

$1,919

$42

Average $47/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,800	$8,317	$1,919	$48
Average	$96,800	$8,067	$1,862	$47
25th Percentile	$87,600	$7,300	$1,685	$42

Senior Technical Writer Salary Growth & Career Path

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Technical Product Documentation Writer IV Technical Writing/Documentation Supervisor III

For a Senior Technical Writer, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Technical Product Documentation Writer IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $113,500 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

Salary Trends for Senior Technical Writer

Salaries for a Senior Technical Writer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $87,955 in 2023 to around $86,208 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Senior Technical Writer salary trends, .

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Common company salaries for Senior Technical Writer

Here are companies hiring for Senior Technical Writer and their salaries, click below for more details.

C $128,509/per year

C R Bard Inc Biotechnology the United States

H $124,697/per year

Henry Schein Canada Biotechnology the United States

N $123,899/per year

Nordex Inc Biotechnology the United States

N $120,416/per year

Nipro Corp Biotechnology the United States

E $115,870/per year

Enovis Biotechnology the United States

A $114,553/per year

Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy Biotechnology the United States

M $112,110/per year

MiniMed Inc Biotechnology the United States

L $111,500/per year

Labcorp Drug Development Biotechnology the United States

L $110,229/per year

Life Technologies Corp Biotechnology the United States

Z $106,224/per year

Zimmer Biomet Biotechnology the United States

P $103,077/per year

Promontory Therapeutics Biotechnology the United States

S $102,181/per year

Steris PLC Biotechnology the United States

G $97,274/per year

Gavin Conferences Pty Ltd Biotechnology the United States

E $94,764/per year

Endeavor BioMedicines Biotechnology the United States

R $94,402/per year

Replay Holdings LLC Biotechnology the United States

P $94,235/per year

Pleno Inc Biotechnology the United States

S $93,666/per year

Simulaids Inc Biotechnology the United States

N $88,880/per year

NOIRLab/CAS Biotechnology the United States

O $86,468/per year

Onward Technology Biotechnology the United States

L $84,895/per year

LED Medical Diagnostics Inc Biotechnology the United States

E $84,682/per year

Eyeco Ltd Biotechnology the United States

P $84,523/per year

Paerosol Biotechnology the United States

I $83,525/per year

IONIQ Sciences Inc Biotechnology the United States

S $82,815/per year

Stateside PPE Biotechnology the United States

D $82,041/per year

Digi Bio Biotechnology the United States

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FAQ about Senior Technical Writer

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Senior Technical Writer?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Senior Technical Writer roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

2. How much does a senior technical writer at github make?

A Senior Technical Writer typically earns between $89,600 and $107,100 per year, with a mid-salary of around $98,000. This range reflects the varying levels of experience and expertise within the role.

3. Can technical writers make 6 figures?

Yes, technical writers can earn six-figure salaries. The salary range for Senior Technical Writers typically starts at $89,600, with a mid-range salary of $98,000 and a maximum of $107,100. Those with specialized skills and experience in high-demand sectors are particularly well-positioned to achieve these higher earnings.

4. Do technical writers work long hours?

Technical writers generally work a standard 40-hour week, often from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in an office environment. With the rise of remote work, many enjoy flexible schedules. Salaries for Senior Technical Writers range from $89,600 to $107,100, with a median of $98,000, reflecting their expertise and the demand for their skills.

5. Is technical writing in high demand?

The demand for technical writers is expected to grow by 4% from 2023 to 2033, aligning with the average growth rate for all occupations. This growth will create approximately 2,000 new jobs over the decade. Senior Technical Writers can expect salaries ranging from $89,600 to $107,100, with a median salary of $98,000, reflecting the value of their expertise in the field.

6. Is technical writer an IT job?

Technical writers, also known as technical communicators, play a crucial role in various industries, including IT. They are responsible for creating clear documentation that explains complex processes. In this field, salaries typically range from $89,600 to $107,100, with a median salary of $98,000, reflecting the demand for skilled professionals in technical writing.

7. What is the highest paying technical career?

The highest paying technical career can vary, but a Senior Technical Writer earns between $89,600 and $107,100 annually, with a median salary of $98,000. This role is crucial in creating documentation and guides, making it a valuable position in the tech industry. Other high-paying roles include Cloud Architect and Data Scientist, with salaries significantly higher.

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