How much does a Nuclear Scientist make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Nuclear Scientist in the United States is $37 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $34 and $48. Hourly rate 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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Nuclear Scientist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $31 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $34 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $37 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $48 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Nuclear Scientist Salary $58 US March 26, 2024
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RayzeBio - San Diego , CA
Job Title: Scientist I, Radiochemistry Location: San Diego Background RayzeBio is a dynamic biotechnology company headquartered in San Diego, CA. Launched in late 2020 and recently acquired by Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) as a wholly owned subsidiary, the company is focused on improving survival of people with cancer by harnessing the power of targeted radioisotopes. RayzeBio will operate as a standalone entity within the BMS organization, maintaining its biotech culture with the opportunity to leverage the best-in-class oncology capabilities of BMS. RayzeBio is developing innovative drugs against targets of solid tumors. The lead asset, RYZ101, is in Phase 3 testing for patients with gastroenteropancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (GEP-NETs), as well as earlier stage testing for patients with small cell lung cancer (SCLC) and breast cancer. Led by a successful and experienced entrepreneurial team, RayzeBio aims to be the global leader in radiopharmaceuticals. Summary The Scientist will be
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Kojin Therapeutics - Boston , MA
We are seeking a preclinical/translational pharmacologist with experience in developing oncology small-molecule therapeutics. The ideal candidate would have solid experience in designing and conducting preclinical/translational pharmacology studies and be knowledgeable in molecular pathways involved in cell death and survival and experienced in conducting studies to elucidate the mechanisms of action of drug candidates. Prior experience in contributing to INDs and leading IND-enabling preclinical programs is highly desirable. You will conduct research to advance small-molecule therapeutics that work through novel ferroptosis mechanisms, and you will also be able to collaborate and communicate with medicinal chemists, biologists, DMPK and biomarker scientists, and nuclear medicine specialists to enable integration of knowledge across functions to effectively advance our pipeline. The ideal candidate for this role will have demonstrated success in these responsibilities: Interfacing with
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Haley & Aldrich - Dayton , OH
At Haley & Aldrich, a 900+ person national engineering and environmental consulting firm, our creative, technically strong staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional value to clients. We look for professionals with a passion for solving complex challenges and for creating change, which is a vital part of our culture, no matter what role a staff member holds. We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a motivated entry-level to mid-level Geologist or Hydrogeologist who is an accomplished self-starter and effective team player with a strong science background to work under the direction and supervision of senior professionals.We offer our staff the opportunity to work on challenging environmental services projects for a wide range of clients. This is an excellent opportunity to join the company in a geographic area with current and anticipated business growth. This is a full-time position located in our Cincinnati, OH or Dayton, OH offices. DUTI
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Idaho National Laboratory - Idaho Falls , ID
Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Additive Manufacturing Technologist to work in our Analytical Chemist department. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every other Friday off. Dynamic additive manufacturing role focused on the development of printed sensors and electronics. You will collaborate with a team of experienced scientists and engineers to address intricate challenges across diverse research projects by mastering state-of-the art printing and characterization equipment while also supporting materials development efforts. Initial work will be supervised by professionals, with a clear path towards autonomous task management and technical responsibilities as familiarity and proficiency grow. Responsibilities Include: Engaging with several project teams, maintaining lab equipment, ensuring the lab's operational standards are upheld and occasionally supporting report and proposal writing. May work directly with a variety of laboratory R&D
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INL - Idaho Falls , ID
Description Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Power System Engineer/Researcher to work in our Infrastructure Security department. Our team works a 9x80 schedule with every other Friday off. This position is fully Remote. As a Senior Power Engineer/Researcher within INL's National & Homeland Security (N&HS) Directorate, you will lead and direct research in state-of-the-art cyber for power systems and clean energy integration within the critical infrastructure protections and resilience mission. Responsibilities Include: You will provide technical direction to analytic efforts, research endeavors, technology solutions and business development support for the power research community, including US public utilities, Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Energy (DOE), the Intelligence Community and other government agencies. Assist in develop and implement research plans and business strategies that result in impact to the N&HS mission space; assist the successful implementation (c
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EXP - West Palm Beach , FL
Job Description At EXP, we're driven to provide innovative solutions for the world's built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world's most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP. Are you ready to design your future? Be our next CEI Senior Inspector in the West Palm Beach area and the following counties Indian River County, Martin County, and St. Lucie county. What a day at EXP has in stor
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    Nuclear Scientist

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Physicist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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