How much does a Life Science Technician make in Portland, ME? The average Life Science Technician salary in Portland, ME is $62,384 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $55,351 and $69,699. 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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Life Science Technician

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Job Openings for Life Science Technician in Portland, ME
Department of the Navy - PEARL HARBOR , HI
Duties * You will conduct air, water, and surface radiation surveys in shipyard areas * You will check out deviations from normal or anticipated radiation level
- 1 day ago
Department of the Navy - PEARL HARBOR , HI
Duties * You will conduct air, water, and surface radiation surveys in shipyard areas * You will check out deviations from normal or anticipated radiation level
- 1 day ago
Department of Defense - PEARL HARBOR , HI
Duties * You will conduct air, water, and surface radiation surveys in shipyard areas * You will check out deviations from normal or anticipated radiation level
- 1 day ago
Department of the Army - YUMA PROVING GROUND , AZ
Duties * Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to the grade level. To see the full duties of the position, please view the announcement on
- 1 day ago
Department of Defense - YUMA PROVING GROUND , AZ
Duties * Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to the grade level. To see the full duties of the position, please view the announcement on
- 1 day ago
Department of the Navy - BREMERTON , WA
Duties * You will utilize radiation detection instruments to determine if objects are radioactive, or not radioactive, and report results to a qualified Technic
- 1 day ago

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55351
69699
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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
55424
69891
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Life Science Technician in Portland, ME. The base salary for Life Science Technician ranges from $55,351 to $69,699 with the average base salary of $62,384. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $55,424 to $69,891 with the average total cash compensation of $62,452.

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About Portland, Maine    Portland is a city in the U.S. state of Maine, with a population of 67,067 as of 2017. The Greater Portland metropolitan area is home to over half a m....More

Portland, Maine  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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