Forensic Scientist Salary in Boston, MA

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How much does a Forensic Scientist make in Boston, MA? The average Forensic Scientist salary in Boston, MA is $123,565 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $112,331 and $137,686. 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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Forensic Analyst- Seized Drug Analysis

Houston Forensic Science Center - Houston , TX

Houston Forensic Science Center offers a competitive salary and benefit package.

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Adjunct Faculty, Department of Forensic Science

St Edwards University - Austin , TX

Adjunct Faculty Department of Forensic Science St. Edward's University, a nationally ranked, independent Catholic university and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) invites applications for adjunct ...

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Upper School Teacher-Science

Charles Wright Academy - University Place , WA

Biology, Physics, Honors Physics, Chemistry, AP Biology, AP Physics II, AP Chemistry, Environmental Science, Forensic Science. Faculty can teach any combination of the above courses and flexibility ...

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BCA Business Shared Services Director- Job ID 72734

State Of Minnesota Department of Public Safety - Saint Paul , MN

This position provides direct oversight for the following business shared service functions serving BCA divisions (Forensic Science Services, Investigations, MN Justice Information Services and ...

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Incident Investigator

LHR Global - Houston , TX

Identify, preserve, and examine incident evidence using widely accepted forensic science principles. * Support investigation teams by ensuring proper investigation techniques are understood and used

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Chemistry Specialist

Bee Talent Solutions - Austin , TX

Molecular Biology, Forensic Science, Environmental Science, or Materials Engineering) * Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain consistency in spotting writing errors and ...

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What does a Forensic Scientist do?

Common responsibilities of a Forensic Scientist

Prepare a professional cover letter, that highlights your knowledge, skills, abilities and work experiences that pertain to each of the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Experience listed above.

December 03, 2022

Participate in mock courtroom training sessions to learn the techniques and methods of testifying as an expert witness in a court of law.

December 10, 2022

Selection ProcessThe examination/selection process for this classification will consist of a rating of your training and experience from the application materials submitted.

December 25, 2022

Assist in supervising assigned Forensic Scientists and Laboratory Assistants(?) by monitoring work flow to meet testing schedules.

March 03, 2023

Review department activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies and applicable regulations.

April 02, 2023

Document examination results and findings, assisting in the overall investigation of an incident, and testify in legal or administrative proceedings as needed.

May 01, 2023

Follow the direction of the Supervisor and/or Group Lead and adhere to all company and department policies.

May 15, 2023

Provide expertise in forensics sciences and specifically latent print to applied research projects as well as test and evaluation of new and emerging technologies.

May 18, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Forensic Scientist in Boston, MA

Average Base Salary

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112331

137686

123565

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

115161

142046

127702

What is the average salary for Forensic Scientist in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Forensic Scientist in Boston, MA. The base salary for Forensic Scientist ranges from $112,331 to $137,686 with the average base salary of $123,565. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $115,161 to $142,046 with the average total cash compensation of $127,702.

View Average Salary for Forensic Scientist as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$123,565	$112,331 - $137,686
Bonus	$4,138	$2,830 - $4,361
Total Pay	$127,702	$115,161 - $142,046

* 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.

Forensic Scientist Salary Near Boston, MA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Boston, MA
CITY, STATE Revere, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,902 - $138,386	COMPARE TO Boston, MA
CITY, STATE Brookline, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,902 - $138,386	COMPARE TO Boston, MA
CITY, STATE Malden, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,902 - $138,386	COMPARE TO Boston, MA
CITY, STATE Somerville, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,902 - $138,386	COMPARE TO Boston, MA
CITY, STATE Quincy, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,902 - $138,386	COMPARE TO Boston, MA
CITY, STATE Arlington, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,902 - $138,386	COMPARE TO Boston, MA

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About Boston, Massachusetts

Boston has an area of 89.63 square miles (232.1 km2)—48.4 square miles (125.4 km2) (54%) of land and 41.2 square miles (106.7 km2) (46%) of water. The city's official elevation, as measured at Logan International Airport, is 19 ft (5.8 m) above sea level. The highest point in Boston is Bellevue Hill at 330 feet (100 m) above sea level, and the lowest point is at sea level. Situated onshore of the Atlantic Ocean, Boston is the only state capital in the contiguous United States with an oceanic shoreline. Boston is surrounded by the "Greater Boston" region and is contiguously bordered by the citi...

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