Forensic Scientist Salary in Washington

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How much does a Forensic Scientist make in Washington? The average Forensic Scientist salary in Washington is $118,825 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $108,022 and $132,404. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Location	Avg. Salary	Date Updated
Location Aberdeen, WA	Avg. Salary $114,857	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acme, WA	Avg. Salary $113,093	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addy, WA	Avg. Salary $111,550	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adna, WA	Avg. Salary $114,857	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Airway Heights, WA	Avg. Salary $112,432	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, WA	Avg. Salary $111,550	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allyn, WA	Avg. Salary $118,935	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Almira, WA	Avg. Salary $111,550	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amanda Park, WA	Avg. Salary $114,857	Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amboy, WA	Avg. Salary $113,754	Date Updated March 26, 2024

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Trainee Forensic Scientist (Firearms and Toolmarks unit) -Job ID 76065

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

This announcement will be used to fill one vacant position at either the Trainee-Forensic Scientist 1 or Forensic Scientist 2 level in the Firearms and Toolmarks Unit of the Impressions and Materials ...

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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 ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 57 days ago

Forensic Lab Analyst

KYYBA - Santa Rosa , CA

Preferred - Bachelor's degree in forensic toxicology or forensics from an institution accredited in forensic science or forensic toxicology. Prior experience performing similar duties in an ...

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Chemist I (Temp to Perm)-3 Openings

DivIHN Integration Inc - Santa Rosa , CA

Preferred - Bachelor's degree in forensic toxicology or forensics from an institution accredited in forensic science or forensic toxicology. * Prior experience performing similar duties in an ...

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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 ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 48 days ago

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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Washington (/ˈwɒʃɪŋtən/), officially the State of Washington, is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. Washington is the northwestern-most state of the contiguous United States. It borders Idaho to the east, bounded mostly by the meridian running north from the confluence of the Snake River and Clearwater River (about 116°57' west), except for the southernmost section where the border follows the Snake River. Oregon is to the south, with the Columbia River forming the western part and the 46th parallel forming the eastern part of the Oregon-Washington border. To the wes...

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