Polymer Scientist Salary in Mount Prospect, IL

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How much does a Polymer Scientist make in Mount Prospect, IL? The average Polymer Scientist salary in Mount Prospect, IL is $116,148 as of August 27, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $105,584 and $129,415. 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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Membrane Filtration Postdoctoral Research Associate

Idaho National Laboratory - Idaho Falls , ID

You will perform laboratory-based research and development of polymer membrane and water filtration ... You will write scientific manuscripts for journal publication, project reports and proposals as ...

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Common responsibilities of a Polymer Scientist

Participate on technical teams focused on corporate growth programs as well as efforts to improve quality/reliability of laboratory services.

February 28, 2023

Demonstrated track record of designing experiments and troubleshooting results to overcome technical challenges.

March 14, 2023

Prepare technical presentations and supporting literature to enable customer engagement.

March 19, 2023

Interaction with customers and material suppliers for formulary and product development material characterization, application/technology exchanges will be required as a part of the role.

March 23, 2023

Lead the scientific work with prospective and existing customers to generate interest, build relationships, develop application specific methods and justifications for purchase.

April 14, 2023

Contribute to ideation, conceptualization, and development of new ways of manufacturing with silicone and other polymers.

April 16, 2023

Supporting the Polymer Science group priorities by leading and contributing to high-impact New Technology Introduction (NTI) programs.

April 18, 2023

Develop and maintain polymer characterization capabilities, especially rheology and viscosity, needed to support various R&D programs, manufacturing and technical service needs.

May 10, 2023

Assist in the growth of a state-of-the-art adhesives and coatings applications laboratory.

May 16, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Polymer Scientist in Mount Prospect, IL

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105584

129415

116148

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108244

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120036

What is the average salary for Polymer Scientist in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Polymer Scientist in Mount Prospect, IL. The base salary for Polymer Scientist ranges from $105,584 to $129,415 with the average base salary of $116,148. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $108,244 to $133,522 with the average total cash compensation of $120,036.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$116,148	$105,584 - $129,415
Bonus	$3,889	$2,660 - $4,107
Total Pay	$120,036	$108,244 - $133,522

* 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.

Polymer Scientist Salary Near Mount Prospect, IL

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CITY, STATE Schaumburg, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $105,491 - $129,301	COMPARE TO Mount Prospect, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $106,544 - $130,592	COMPARE TO Mount Prospect, IL
CITY, STATE Hoffman Estates, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $105,664 - $129,513	COMPARE TO Mount Prospect, IL

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About Mount Prospect, Illinois

Mount Prospect is a village in Elk Grove and Wheeling Townships in Cook County, Illinois, about 20 miles (32 km) northwest of downtown Chicago, and approximately 4 miles north of O'Hare International Airport. As of the 2010 census, the village had a total population of 54,167. Mount Prospect is located at 42°3′56″N 87°56′10″W / 42.06556°N 87.93611°W / 42.06556; -87.93611 (42.065427, -87.936217). According to the 2010 census, Mount Prospect has a total area of 10.374 square miles (26.87 km2), of which 10.34 square miles (26.78 km2) (or 99.67%) is land and 0.034 square miles (0.09 km2) (or 0....

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