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Senior Biologist Salary in Illinois

Senior Biologist Salary in Illinois

How much does a Senior Biologist make in Illinois? The average Senior Biologist salary in Illinois is $85,100 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $73,600 and $99,900. 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.

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10th Percentile Senior Biologist Salary $63,130 IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Senior Biologist Salary $73,600 IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Senior Biologist Salary $85,100 IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Senior Biologist Salary $99,900 IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Senior Biologist Salary $113,375 IL March 26, 2024
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The Senior Biologist studies reactions of plants, animals, and marine species to parasites, bacteria, pharmaceuticals and chemicals. Studies the basic principles of plant and animal life and the effects of varying environmental and physical conditions such as radioactivity or pollution. Being a Senior Biologist typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Requires a graduate degree. Working as a Senior Biologist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Intermediate Biologist

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Senior Biologist

    4 - 7 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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    Specialist Biologist

    7 + years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Cicero, IL Avg. Salary $87,185 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Mount Prospect, IL Avg. Salary $86,852 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, IL Avg. Salary $78,707 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adair, IL Avg. Salary $79,455 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addieville, IL Avg. Salary $80,702 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addison, IL Avg. Salary $86,852 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akin, IL Avg. Salary $78,292 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, IL Avg. Salary $77,627 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albers, IL Avg. Salary $80,702 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, IL Avg. Salary $76,463 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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About Illinois    Illinois (/ˌɪlɪˈnɔɪ/ (listen) IL-ih-NOY) is a state in the Midwestern and Great Lakes region of the United States. It has the fifth largest gross dome....More

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