How much does a Biochemist III make in San Jose, CA? The average Biochemist III salary in San Jose, CA is $99,677 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $92,095 and $112,811. 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. 

Biochemist III Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Biochemist III Salary $85,192 San Jose,CA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Biochemist III Salary $92,095 San Jose,CA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Biochemist III Salary $99,677 San Jose,CA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Biochemist III Salary $112,811 San Jose,CA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Biochemist III Salary $124,769 San Jose,CA February 26, 2024
25% $92,095 10% $85,192 90% $124,769 75% $112,811 $99,677 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Biochemist III need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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Forensics: Forensics is a scientific tests or techniques used in connection with the detection of crime. Use of analytical and scientific techniques to examine evidence from crimes and prepare legal statements that summarize the results for court cases.

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Cell Biology: Utilizing techniques to study cell structures and functions for further research on human anatomy, physiology, and medications.

Analysis 0.2%
Forensics 0.08%
Cell Biology 0.06%
Others 99.66%

Job Description for Biochemist III

Biochemist III evaluates the physical properties of various living organisms in order to investigate their applications to medicine and other industries. Requires a graduate degree and at least 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being a Biochemist III is familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, Biochemist III performs a variety of complicated tasks. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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For Biochemist III, the upper level is Research and Development Associate IV and then progresses to Research and Development Associate V.

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Biochemist III salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Biochemist III, the highest Biochemist III salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Biochemist III salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Biochemist III salary is in Miami, FL, where the Biochemist III salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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