Scientist Salary in South Portland, ME

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How much does a Scientist make in South Portland, ME? The average Scientist salary in South Portland, ME is $130,483 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $120,685 and $151,292. 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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SynVivo Inc - Research Scientist

HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology - Huntsville , AL

Research Scientist We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, innovative and motivated individual with a scientific background in oncology, neuroscience, inflammation or toxicology to join our team as ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 2 days ago

Local Contract Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) - $78 per hour

Trusted Resource Associates (TRA) - Turlock , CA

Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: 06/23/2024 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Local Contract TRA ...

Vivian Health - Today

Travel Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) - $1,984 per week

Fusion Medical Staffing-Laboratory - Eureka , CA

Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS) * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: 07/01/2024 * Duration: 13 weeks * 40 hours per week * Shift: 8 hours, flexible * Employment Type: Travel Facility ...

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Associate Scientist

Healgen Scientific Limited - Houston , TX

Associate Scientist - Molecular Biology- Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Texas Scientific LLC is a biotech company located near the Texas Medical Center in Houston. We are committed to the Genesis ...

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Research Scientist

ZimZee Recruiting - Lehi , UT

ZimZee Recruiting is seeking a Research Scientist or a Staff Scientist for our Medical Device client in Lehi. You will be responsible to plan, organize, and carry out scientific research studies of ...

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Scientist II/III - Microbiome Research Scientist

Kanvas Biosciences - South San Francisco , CA

Scientist II/III - Microbiome Research Scientist Department: Preclinical Drug Development Exempt/Non-exempt: Exempt Job Location: South San Francisco, CA About Us Kanvas Biosciences is a ...

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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 South Portland, ME

Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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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 South Portland, ME. The base salary for Scientist ranges from $120,685 to $151,292 with the average base salary of $130,483. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $123,849 to $155,337 with the average total cash compensation of $135,899.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$130,483	$120,685 - $151,292
Bonus	$5,416	$3,165 - $4,046
Total Pay	$135,899	$123,849 - $155,337

* 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 South Portland, ME

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO South Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Portland, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $120,355 - $150,879	COMPARE TO South Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Westbrook, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $120,355 - $150,879	COMPARE TO South Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Auburn, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,135 - $149,349	COMPARE TO South Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Lewiston, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,135 - $149,349	COMPARE TO South Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Windham, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $120,275 - $150,778	COMPARE TO South Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Saco, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $120,111 - $150,573	COMPARE TO South Portland, ME

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About South Portland, Maine

South Portland is a city in Cumberland County, Maine, United States, and is the fourth-largest city in the state, incorporated in 1898. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 25,002. Known for its working waterfront, South Portland is situated on Portland Harbor and overlooks the skyline of Portland and the islands of Casco Bay. Due to South Portland's close proximity to air, marine, rail, and highway transportation options, the city has become a center for retail and industry in the region. Despite the name, South Portland was never part of the city of Portland, but rather part of Cap...

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