Bench Scientist Salary in Chicago, Illinois

Bench Scientist Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does a Bench Scientist make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Bench Scientist in Chicago, IL is $140,144. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $123,085 to $157,751, with most professionals earning between $107,554 and $173,781.

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10th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $107,554 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $123,085 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $140,144 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $157,751 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Bench Scientist Salary $173,781 Chicago,IL April 01, 2025
25% $123,085 10% $107,554 90% $173,781 75% $157,751 $140,144 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. Down a level:

    Scientist I - Biotech

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Bench Scientist

    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Scientist III - Biotech

    4 - 7 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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157751
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157751
140144
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Bench Scientist in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Bench Scientist ranges from $123,085 to $157,751 with the average base salary of $140,144. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $123,085 to $157,751 with the average total cash compensation of $140,144.
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