Hourly Wage for Scientist Salary in the United States

How much does a Scientist make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Scientist in the United States is $43 as of October 28, 2020, but the salary range typically falls between $38 and $51. Hourly rate 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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What is a Scientist?

A Scientist is someone who conducts scientific research to advance knowledge in an area of interest. In classical antiquity, there was no real ancient analog of a modern Scientist. Instead, philosophers engaged in the philosophical study of nature called natural philosophy, a precursor of natural science. It was not until the 19th century that the term Scientist came into regular use after it was coined by the theologian, philosopher, and historian of science William Whewell in 1833, to describe the noted polymath Mary Somerville. In modern times, many scientists have advanced degrees in an ...

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Research Associate I-BioA

Covance - Chantilly , VA

Education/Qualifications: * BS/BA degree in science plus at least 4-5 years of previous laboratory experience. Relevant experience may be substituted for education. Experience: * Experience with use ...

Covance - 39 days ago

Senior Scientist I, Reduced Harm Product Development

Altria - Richmond , VA

We are currently looking for a Sr. Scientist I, Reduced Harm Product Development in Richmond, VA . In this role, you will: Assist in the formulation and development of reduced harm oral products that ...

Altria - 46 days ago

Senior Scientific Research Analyst

ManTech - Falls Church , VA

Topic areas include: (1) conducting assessments of emerging scientific and program data to provide MHS reports on research and development (R&D) matters and (2) performing analyses in support of ...

Upward.net - 75 days ago

Image Science Specialist (TS Clearance)

L3Harris Technologies - Herndon , VA

The scientist will collaborate as part of a dedicated team within a dynamic customer environment. This position will be based in the Northern Virginia area. Responsibilities: * Applies known image ...

L3Harris Corporation - Today

Development Sr Scientist, Pain

GSK - Richmond , VA

The Development Senior Scientist supports and leads new product development by developing formulations and/or providing analysis and evaluation of material and products at all stages of the ...

DiversityJobs - 83 days ago

ngVLA Science Support Research Associate (4553)

National Radio Astronomy Observatory - Charlottesville , VA

The successful applicant will work with the ngVLA Project Scientist to facilitate and enable cutting-edge science by the community and to define the ngVLA concept from a user's perspective. The ...

JobTarget - 51 days ago

What does a Scientist do?

Scientist in Gaithersburg, MD

Manage materials to support various needs and suppliers in setting up/renewing contracts as required, issuing new purchase orders routing for approval through management chain.

May 23, 2020

Scientist

Performs quality control, evaluates the data, and takes appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision.

January 23, 2020

Participate in integrated drug discovery research activities by interacting with scientists of different disciplines.

March 24, 2020

Demonstrates an understanding of and adheres to privacy, confidentiality, and security policies and procedures related to Protected Health Information (PHI) or other sensitive and personal information.

April 07, 2020

Understanding of, and demonstrated ability to effectively apply, the principles of PK and PK/PD theory, including analysis and modeling of PK and PK/PD data.

April 20, 2020

Collaborate with developers in an open, creative environment to ensure timely completion of assigned deliverables, while managing multiple priorities.

April 22, 2020

Hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture or vaccine manufacturing using bioreactors is preferred.

June 24, 2020

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Average Hourly Wage

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Scientist in the United States. The average hourly rate for Scientist ranges from $38 to $51 with the average hourly pay of $43. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $39 to $52 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $44.

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