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How much does a Life Sciences Research Scientist I make in Illinois? The average Life Sciences Research Scientist I salary in Illinois is $111,820 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $101,600 and $124,520. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Life Sciences Research Scientist I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Life Sciences Research Scientist I Salary $92,295 IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Life Sciences Research Scientist I Salary $101,600 IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Life Sciences Research Scientist I Salary $111,820 IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Life Sciences Research Scientist I Salary $124,520 IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Life Sciences Research Scientist I Salary $136,083 IL March 26, 2024
25% $101,600 10% $92,295 90% $136,083 75% $124,520 $111,820 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Life Sciences Research Scientist I conducts experiments, some moderately complex. Performs a variety of laboratory procedures using established synthetic methods and techniques under general guidance. Being a Life Sciences Research Scientist I requires a Ph.D. in area of specialty. Conducts and interprets routine spectroscopic data (i.e., NMR and IR). In addition, Life Sciences Research Scientist I typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Working as a Life Sciences Research Scientist I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Life Sciences Research Scientist I

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

  2. Up a level:

    Biotech Research Scientist II

    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Cicero, IL Avg. Salary $114,657 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Mount Prospect, IL Avg. Salary $114,220 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, IL Avg. Salary $103,508 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adair, IL Avg. Salary $104,492 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addieville, IL Avg. Salary $106,131 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addison, IL Avg. Salary $114,220 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akin, IL Avg. Salary $102,962 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, IL Avg. Salary $102,087 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albers, IL Avg. Salary $106,131 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, IL Avg. Salary $100,557 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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