R&D Scientist Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does an R&D Scientist make in Chicago, IL? The average R&D Scientist salary in Chicago, IL is $107,335 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $90,980 and $128,695. 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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Medical Lab Scientist/Technician Opportunities - $15,000 sign on bonus
Munson Healthcare - GAYLORD , MI
Description. Medical Lab Scientist/Technician Opportunities. Locations: Grayling, Gaylord, and Frankfort - $15,000 Sign on Bonus. Find more than your next job
- 62 days ago
Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Laboratory Scientist
Hutchinson Health - HUTCHINSON , MN
JOB DESCRIPTION. Due to internal movement, we are looking for a Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our dynamic team. This par
- 161 days ago
Clinical Lab Scientist
Talent Healthcare Staffing - FORTUNA , CA
Allied. Medical Lab Scientist (no Techs). Generalist duties. Acute lab in 25 bed/9bed ER. CLS must be able to work and think independently as there is only 1 CL
- 2 days ago
Clinical Laboratory Scientist II-Lab AdminGeneral-PRN
Christus Health - EDGEFIELD , LA
Description Summary: This Job performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimen
- 5 days ago
Clinical Laboratory Scientist II, Lab AdminGeneral - PRN
CHRISTUS Health - LAKE CHARLES , LA
Description Summary: This Job performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimen
- 5 days ago
Clinical Lab Scientist II, Lab Admin General, West Beaumont Hospital - PRN
Christus Health - BEAUMONT , TX
Description This position is for our new CHRISTUS West facility that will open in March of 2025 -Upon hire you will train at CHRISTUS facilities in Beaumont and
- 5 days ago

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