Postdoctoral Research Associate Salary in Santa Cruz, CA

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How much does a Postdoctoral Research Associate make in Santa Cruz, CA? The average Postdoctoral Research Associate salary in Santa Cruz, CA is $74,933 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $66,066 and $83,912. 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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Postdoctoral Research Associate

University of Utah School of Medicine - Salt Lake City , UT

This is a full-time on-site role for a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Utah School of Medicine in Salt Lake City, UT. The candidate will research how genetics and genomics ...

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Laser-Based Mesoscale Thermal Transport Postdoctoral Research Associate

Idaho National Laboratory - Idaho Falls , ID

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Laser-Based Mesoscale Thermal Transport Postdoctoral Research Associate. You'll work on advanced laser metrology, designing and implementing photothermal ...

Energy Central - 39 days ago

Nuclear Data Science Postdoctoral Research Associate

Idaho National Laboratory - Idaho Falls , ID

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking a well-qualified Postdoctoral Research Associate with experience in data analytics, data science, engineering or a comparable discipline for the ...

Energy Central - 48 days ago

Smart Robotics Postdoctoral Research Associate

Idaho National Laboratory - Idaho Falls , ID

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Smart Robotics Postdoctoral Research Associate to work in our Engineering Process Design & Realization Department reporting to the principal investigator of the ...

Energy Central - 31 days ago

Post Doctoral Research Associate

Colorado Center For Reproductive Medicine - Lone Tree , CO

Postdoctoral Research Associate CCRM Research has an opportunity for a highly motivated Ph.D graduate with interest and experience in mammalian embryology and development. The research focuses on the ...

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LAB ASSISTANT I - Droujinine Lab

Scripps Research - San Diego , CA

... postdoctoral training program.We work hand-in-hand with researchers of the Scripps Research ... Associate degree, (scientific discipline) and (0-1 year), previous related experience required

Jobcase.com / Upward.net - 47 days ago

What does a Postdoctoral Research Associate do?

Common responsibilities of a Postdoctoral Research Associate

Review scientific literature on adaptive imaging devices, image processing, machine learning and tissue clearing.

February 22, 2023

Develop high performance lithium-ion batteries, plan and conduct research, supervise undergraduate students, prepare manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed publications, prepare reports and papers for group meetings.

February 28, 2023

Assist with research grant proposals and provide publishable reports for conference and journal presentation.

March 27, 2023

Provides guidance to laboratory staff in one or more laboratory areas, including technicians, support and auxiliary staff.

April 02, 2023

Participate in joint projects involving faculty, junior lab personnel, and graduate students.

April 26, 2023

Demonstrated commitment to work within a diverse environment and interact openly with individuals of different backgrounds.

April 30, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Postdoctoral Research Associate in Santa Cruz, CA

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75250

What is the average salary for Postdoctoral Research Associate in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Postdoctoral Research Associate in Santa Cruz, CA. The base salary for Postdoctoral Research Associate ranges from $66,066 to $83,912 with the average base salary of $74,933. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $66,284 to $84,312 with the average total cash compensation of $75,250.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$74,933	$66,066 - $83,912
Bonus	$318	$218 - $400
Total Pay	$75,250	$66,284 - $84,312

* 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.

Postdoctoral Research Associate Salary Near Santa Cruz, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Santa Cruz, CA
CITY, STATE San Jose, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $74,228 - $94,279	COMPARE TO Santa Cruz, CA
CITY, STATE Santa Clara, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $74,228 - $94,279	COMPARE TO Santa Cruz, CA
CITY, STATE Fremont, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $74,086 - $94,099	COMPARE TO Santa Cruz, CA
CITY, STATE Salinas, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,530 - $83,231	COMPARE TO Santa Cruz, CA
CITY, STATE Monterey, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,672 - $83,412	COMPARE TO Santa Cruz, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,040 - $91,499	COMPARE TO Santa Cruz, CA

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About Santa Cruz, California

Santa Cruz (/ˈsæntə ˈkruːz/, Spanish: Holy Cross) is the county seat and largest city of Santa Cruz County, California. As of 2013 the U.S. Census Bureau estimated Santa Cruz's population at 62,864. Situated on the northern edge of Monterey Bay, about 32 mi (51 km) south of San Jose and 75 mi (120 km) south of San Francisco, the city is part of the 12-county San Jose-San Francisco-Oakland Combined Statistical Area. Santa Cruz is known for its moderate climate, natural environment, coastline, redwood forests, alternative community lifestyles, and socially liberal leanings. It is also home to th...

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