Genetic Engineer Salary in Columbus, Ohio

Genetic Engineer Salary in Columbus, OH

How much does a Genetic Engineer make in Columbus, OH?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Genetic Engineer in Columbus, OH is $108,443. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $94,494 to $117,412, with most professionals earning between $81,795 and $125,578.

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10th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $81,795 Columbus,OH April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $94,494 Columbus,OH April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $108,443 Columbus,OH April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $117,412 Columbus,OH April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $125,578 Columbus,OH April 01, 2025
25% $94,494 10% $81,795 90% $125,578 75% $117,412 $108,443 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Genetic Engineer ?

Genetic engineering, also called genetic modification or genetic manipulation, is the direct manipulation of an organism's genes using biotechnology. It is a set of technologies used to change the genetic makeup of cells, including the transfer of genes within and across species boundaries to produce improved or novel organisms. New DNA is obtained by either isolating and copying the genetic material of interest using recombinant DNA methods or by artificially synthesising the DNA. A construct is usually created and used to insert this DNA into the host organism. The first recombinant DNA mole...

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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 Genetic Engineer in Columbus, OH. The base salary for Genetic Engineer ranges from $94,494 to $117,412 with the average base salary of $108,443. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $94,494 to $117,412 with the average total cash compensation of $108,443.

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About Columbus, Ohio    The confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers occurs just north-west of Downtown Columbus. Several smaller tributaries course through the Columbus....More

Columbus, Ohio  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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