Scientist Salary in Bolingbrook, IL

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How much does a Scientist make in Bolingbrook, IL? The average Scientist salary in Bolingbrook, IL is $135,628 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $125,444 and $157,258. 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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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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Scientist - R&D

Vaxxinova US - Worthington , MN

About the Scientist Position: The Scientist is responsible for providing technical support in the development of vaccines; including but not limited to antigen discovery, formulation, process ...

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Research Scientist

Cynet Systems - San Diego , CA

Research Scientist Job Location: San Diego, CA Job Type: Contract Job Description: Pay Range $49.12hr - $61.08hr Responsibilities: * Primary responsibility is to perform original research to develop ...

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Scientist/Sr Scientist (Metabolomics)

Astrix - Champaign , IL

Our client is hiring for a Scientist in the Research and Development group to work directly with the R&D team lead. The Research and Development group plays a pivotal role in the discovery and ...

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Protein Expression Scientist

Medasource - Spring House , PA

Protein Expression Scientist Location: On-site in Spring House, PA Duration: 1 year contract with high likelihood of extension Are you an outstanding scientist with experience in cell culture and ...

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AI Research Scientist, LLM and 3D

Cybever - Sunnyvale , CA

AI Research Scientist for 3D Creation at Cybever Are you passionate about the cutting edge of AI and 3D creation? Cybever.ai is on the lookout for an innovative AI Research Scientist to join our ...

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Quantitative Research Scientist

Harrington Starr - Houston , TX

My client, a very well established systematic proprietary trading firm, is looking to hire a Quantitative Research Scientist to join their Houston office. The company The firm was founded in Houston ...

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What does a Scientist do?

Common responsibilities of a Scientist

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.

March 01, 2023

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

January 25, 2023

Develop, backtest, and refine calculation or algorithmic methods for aggregate/derivative metric creation or other processes related to new data product development or refinement of existing products.

February 25, 2023

Provide support and assistance to Section and Project Managers in research, technical writing and model/simulation functions, as requested, as well as provide recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

March 13, 2023

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

May 03, 2023

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

May 16, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Scientist in Bolingbrook, IL

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125444

157258

135628

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128733

161463

141258

What is the average salary for Scientist in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Scientist in Bolingbrook, IL. The base salary for Scientist ranges from $125,444 to $157,258 with the average base salary of $135,628. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $128,733 to $161,463 with the average total cash compensation of $141,258.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$135,628	$125,444 - $157,258
Bonus	$5,630	$3,289 - $4,205
Total Pay	$141,258	$128,733 - $161,463

* 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.

Scientist Salary Near Bolingbrook, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Bolingbrook, IL
CITY, STATE Naperville, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $126,363 - $158,410	COMPARE TO Bolingbrook, IL
CITY, STATE Aurora, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $127,638 - $160,008	COMPARE TO Bolingbrook, IL
CITY, STATE Wheaton, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $126,599 - $158,706	COMPARE TO Bolingbrook, IL
CITY, STATE Joliet, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $125,460 - $157,278	COMPARE TO Bolingbrook, IL
CITY, STATE Orland Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $125,026 - $156,735	COMPARE TO Bolingbrook, IL
CITY, STATE Tinley Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $124,753 - $156,392	COMPARE TO Bolingbrook, IL

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About Bolingbrook, Illinois

The village of Bolingbrook is a southwest suburb of Chicago in Will and DuPage counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. As of the 2017 US Census, the population is 75,201. It is the 17th largest incorporated place in Illinois and the state's 2nd largest village. Bolingbrook is at 41°41′55″N 88°5′19″W / 41.69861°N 88.08861°W / 41.69861; -88.08861 (41.698613, -88.088668), approximately 28 miles southwest of Downtown Chicago. According to the 2010 census Bolingbrook has a total area of 24.257 square miles (62.83 km2), of which 24.05 square miles (62.29 km2) (or 99.15%) is land and 0.207 square ...

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