Junior Scientist Salary

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How much does a Junior Scientist make? The average Junior Scientist salary is $110,227 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $100,206 and $122,824. 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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Scientist - Peptide and Oligonucleotide
Veranova L P - Devens , MA
Mentor, lead, and advise junior scientists and/or chemists in areas of scientific, regulatory, project management, client, and safety issues. * Recommend potential courses of action to senior ...
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Junior Computer Scientist
Willbrook Solutions, Inc. - Huntsville , AL
Junior Computer Scientist Labor Location: Huntsville, AL JOB DESCRIPTION: Willbrook Solutions is seeking a Junior Computer Scientist Willbrook Solutions is seeking a junior-level Missile System ...
ZipRecruiter - 12 days ago
Assistant Scientist
JVM Solutions - San Antonio , TX
Conduct test method training for Jr. Scientists or newly hired scientists. * Prepare DNA/RNA samples for genotyping and expression. * Perform metabolic profiling experiments, data processing and ...
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Junior Data Scientist
Unreal Gigs - San Francisco , CA
As a Junior Data Scientist, you'll play a crucial role in supporting our data science initiatives and contributing to the development of innovative data-driven solutions. Working closely with senior ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 14 days ago
Senior Scientist, Pharmacology Lead, Pharmacology / Toxicology
Rampart Bioscience - San Diego , CA
... junior scientists, establishing practices that ensure successful study conduct, and expanding the department's technical capabilities. Qualifications/Requirements: · Ph.D. in a relevant scientific ...
LinkedIn - 37 days ago
Senior Scientist I - S&T Neurotoxin Drug Product
AbbVie - North Chicago , IL
Direct mentorship of junior scientists and engineers. * Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and typically 10 years of experience, Master's Degree or equivalent education and ...
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Junior Scientist Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Junior Scientist between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of March 26, 2024. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Junior Scientist in each city.

Junior Scientist Salary by City

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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $137,784
Washington, DC $122,683
Miami, FL $106,369
Chicago, IL $115,628
Boston, MA $123,565
New York, NY $128,745
Dallas, TX $108,794
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Average Salary Range for Junior Scientist

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
100206
122824
110227

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
102731
126714
113918
What is the average salary for Junior Scientist in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Junior Scientist in the United States. The base salary for Junior Scientist ranges from $100,206 to $122,824 with the average base salary of $110,227. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $102,731 to $126,714 with the average total cash compensation of $113,918.

View Average Salary for Junior Scientist as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $110,227 $100,206 - $122,824
Bonus $3,691 $2,525 - $3,890
Total Pay $113,918 $102,731 - $126,714
* 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.

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Comments about Junior Scientist

What's the difference between Junior Data Scientist and Junior Scientist?
According to our latest salary estimation on March 26, 2024. The average salary of Junior Scientist is $110,227, and the average salary of Junior Data Scientist is $77,803. The average salary of Junior Data Scientist is lower than Junior Scientist. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
I am a Junior Scientist, which location’s salary is higher, Oxnard, CA or Hutchinson, KS?
Oxnard, CA typically sees higher pay than Hutchinson, KS for Junior Scientist. a Junior Scientist Salary in Oxnard, CA is $118,164 as of March 26, 2024; a Junior Scientist Salary in Hutchinson, KS is $101,850 as of March 26, 2024. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )

Junior Scientist Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the salary of a Junior Scientist vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
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Salary ranges for a Junior Scientist can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
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Last Update: March 26, 2024