Environmental Chemist Salary in the United States

How much does an Environmental Chemist make in the United States? The average Environmental Chemist salary in the United States is $72,068 as of , but the salary range typically falls between $63,011 and $81,406. 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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Entry-Level Chemist

AECOM - Arlington , VA

The Entry-Level Chemist will serve as a team member in the office and the field, working with and ... Research environmental laboratory practices and methodologies * Prepare proposals, procures, and ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 84 days ago

Analytical Chemist II /Bio-Chemist (Pharmaceutical Manufacturing)

Granules Pharmaceuticals - Chantilly , VA

The role of QC Biochemist/Analytical Chemist II is responsible for supporting the operations and ... Physical Requirements/Working Environment: * Physical & mental requirements e.g. lift 40 pounds ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 64 days ago

Chemist - III (Senior)

Merck - Elkton , VA

... environment • Experience with Safety guidelines while working in laboratory or manufacturing site • Bench chemistry experience • Knowledge of instrumentation Nice to have: GC, LC-MS skills is ...

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Scientist Analytical Chemistry - Entry level

Della Infotech Inc. - Middletown , VA

Recommends improvements to processes, environment or equipment* Participate in daily/weekly lab '5s ... chemistry/biochemistry) with 0 - 2 years related experience and/or training preferred. AA degree ...

ZipRecruiter - 9 days ago

Analytical Chemist

Moss Inc. - Chantilly , VA

... environment. Our outstanding benefits include medical, dental, and vision healthcare and an excellent retirement plan. Position Description  Conduct all responsibilities in compliance with ...

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Senior Environmental Scientist and Toxicologist

MBDC - Charlottesville , VA

Senior Environmental Chemist/ Scientist/ Toxicologist Required Academic Qualifications An advanced degree (Masters, PhD preferred) from an accredited college or university in chemistry, toxicology ...

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Environmental Chemist

Communicate with analytical laboratories to procure the laboratories, set-up the sampling request, and be the point of contact with the analytical laboratories.

June 25, 2022

Schedule may include weekends (2 to 8 hours, up to two Saturdays per month).

June 25, 2022

Prepare and submit accurate analytical reports in a timely manner.

July 24, 2022

Prepare analytical standards and solutions used in the analysis.

August 22, 2022

Record and update instruments run logs and maintenance logbook.

September 06, 2022

Assisting proposal teams with selection of analytical methodology, evaluate laboratory proposals, and establish QA/QC parameters.

September 09, 2022

Demonstrated experience in support of Department of Defense or EPA programs, or state projects.

September 18, 2022

Execute assignments that have clear and specific objectives and require the investigation of a limited number of variables.

September 23, 2022

Recommend adaptations and modifications of scientific or engineering methods using independent judgment.

September 29, 2022

Assist in organization of related departmental work and in sample preparation (as required) to consistently meet client turnaround time requirements.

October 31, 2022

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Average Base Salary

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81406

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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

64332

85165

74327

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Environmental Chemist in the United States. The base salary for Environmental Chemist ranges from $63,011 to $81,406 with the average base salary of $72,068. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $64,332 to $85,165 with the average total cash compensation of $74,327.

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