Archaeologist Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does an Archaeologist make in Chicago, IL? The average Archaeologist salary in Chicago, IL is $92,120 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $76,645 and $107,312. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Archaeologist
ERM - Houston , TX
Working with an experienced Archaeologist, the successful candidate will conduct Phase I, II, and III archaeological fieldwork and office-based activities, including documenting and evaluating ...
LinkedIn - 40 days ago
Environmental Scientist
Eocene Environmental Group - Rawlins , WY
Verifying sensitive archaeological sites are flagged for avoidance * Ensuring rare plant populations are properly flagged for avoidance * Tracking and reporting construction activities
LinkedIn - 28 days ago
Travel PCU RN
LifePoint - Sierra Vista , AZ
Travelers can enjoy a wine tasting, explore the local state and national parks, experience prehistoric archeological sites, tour Fort Huachuca, and take in the history of the Old West Lifepoint Job ...
Vivian Health - 9 days ago
Physician Endocrinology - Make up to $857,000/annually
SSM Health - Mark , IL
Experience ancient history at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, the nations largest archaeological site, in Collinsville, IL or explore the historical hideout of notorious outlaws, such as Jesse ...
DocCafe.com - 8 days ago
Production Assistant
Ulla Johnson - New York , NY
Born and raised in Manhattan, the daughter of archaeologists, Ulla Johnson honed her signature style between the streets of New York and the far-flung destinations of their family travels. Her ...
LinkedIn - 8 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
IntelyCare - Crofton , MD
Soak in the area's nature and history with an outing to the Katcef Archeological Site or a walk on Crofton's WB&A trail. Join the IntelyCare team to see how our nursing professionals are able to ...
JobGet - 28 days ago

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About Chicago, Illinois    Chicago (/ʃɪˈkɑːɡoʊ/ (listen), locally also /-ˈkɔː-/), officially the City of Chicago, is the most populous city in Illinois, as well as the third mos....More

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