How much does a Flavor Chemist make in Des Moines, IA? The average Flavor Chemist salary in Des Moines, IA is $65,585 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $56,137 and $73,384. 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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Voyage Foods - Oakland , CA
Possess a strong understanding of flavor chemistry and a solid foundation in food science principles. * Excellent sensory skills and vocabulary. * Well rounded flavor creation experience across ...
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CannabizTeam - Executive Search and Staffing - Tucson , AZ
Understanding of chemistry principles and analytical techniques used in flavor chemistry, such as gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS), and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC
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Spetrum Dynamics Research - Phoenix , AZ
Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and scientific advancements in flavor science, terpene chemistry, and sensory analysis. Collaborate with research institutions, universities, and ...
LinkedIn - 16 days ago
CannabizTeam - Phoenix , AZ
Understanding of chemistry principles and analytical techniques used in flavor chemistry, such as gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS), and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC
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CannabizTeam - Tucson , AZ
Understanding of chemistry principles and analytical techniques used in flavor chemistry, such as gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS), and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC
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Phoenix Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. - Norwood , NJ
A bachelor's degree in food science, nutrition, chemistry, or a related field is required. * Minimum 2 years working experience in industrial food, ingredient, or flavor industry a plus Competencies
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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Flavor Chemist in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Flavor Chemist in Des Moines, IA. The base salary for Flavor Chemist ranges from $56,137 to $73,384 with the average base salary of $65,585. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $57,998 to $76,048 with the average total cash compensation of $66,919.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $65,585 $56,137 - $73,384
Bonus $1,334 $1,860 - $2,664
Total Pay $66,919 $57,998 - $76,048
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Ankeny, IA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,890 - $73,060 COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Urbandale, IA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,890 - $73,060 COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Ames, IA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,369 - $72,379 COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Falls, IA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,177 - $68,207 COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Waterloo, IA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,624 - $68,792 COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Rapids, IA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,373 - $72,385 COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Chemist LOCATION Des Moines, IA MINIMUM SALARY $89,624 MAXIMUM SALARY $113,780
JOB TITLE Chemist I LOCATION Des Moines, IA MINIMUM SALARY $57,540 MAXIMUM SALARY $73,075
JOB TITLE Chemist II LOCATION Des Moines, IA MINIMUM SALARY $71,363 MAXIMUM SALARY $91,558
JOB TITLE Chemist IV LOCATION Des Moines, IA MINIMUM SALARY $110,720 MAXIMUM SALARY $135,740
JOB TITLE Chemist V LOCATION Des Moines, IA MINIMUM SALARY $120,504 MAXIMUM SALARY $153,665
JOB TITLE Chemist III LOCATION Des Moines, IA MINIMUM SALARY $88,624 MAXIMUM SALARY $112,631
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