Investigation Scientist Salary in California

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How much does an Investigation Scientist make in California? The average Investigation Scientist salary in California is $136,186 as of April 01, 2025, but the range typically falls between $123,143 and $151,107. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Product Safety Scientist
Sally Beauty Holdings - DENTON , TX
Overview. Essential Function. This position provides technical expertise for product safety assessments and ensures chemical ingredient regulatory compliance. T
- 95 days ago
Research Scientist (Chemistry) - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation - SAINT PAUL , MN
We are looking for an *advanced chemist* to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solv
- 84 days ago
Special Agent: STEM – Engineering Background
Federal Bureau of Investigation - OMAHA , NE
JOB DESCRIPTION. The position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze. Use your STEM background to become an FBI special agent. T
- 27 days ago
Special Agent: STEM – Engineering Background
Federal Bureau of Investigation - BIRMINGHAM , AL
JOB DESCRIPTION. The position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze. Use your STEM background to become an FBI special agent. T
- 27 days ago
Special Agent: STEM – Engineering Background
Federal Bureau of Investigation - DETROIT , MI
JOB DESCRIPTION. The position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze. Use your STEM background to become an FBI special agent. T
- 27 days ago
Special Agent: STEM – Engineering Background
Federal Bureau of Investigation - JACKSON , MO
JOB DESCRIPTION. The position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze. Use your STEM background to become an FBI special agent. T
- 27 days ago

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $129,358 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $132,025 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $135,890 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $129,259 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $126,259 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $134,112 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $129,531 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $122,975 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $150,780 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $150,434 Date Updated April 01, 2025

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About California    California is a state in the Pacific Region of the United States. With 39.6 million residents, California is the most populous U.S. state and the thir....More

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