Research and science jobs offer pay well above the national average. Increased demand for STEM workers is increasing salaries in research and science. Jobs in these fields, however, often require higher education at the graduate level and/or specialized training. While domain-specific expertise gives workers in these fields access to very specialized jobs, there are also many employers who hire STEM workers for their general data and technology skills.
Top paying industries
The top 4 paying industries for Process Chemist in United States are Manufacturing with a median total pay of $102,880, Retail & Wholesale with a median total pay of $90,992, Media & Communication with a median total pay of $90,825 and Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $82,517.
Frequently asked questions about Process Chemist salaries
The average salary for Process Chemist is $127,546 per year or $61 per hour, with top earners making up to $218,346 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $96,891 (25th percentile) to $170,064 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 192 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Process Chemist employees.
The highest salary for Process Chemist is $170,064 per year, $14,172 per month or $82 per hour.
The lowest salary for Process Chemist is $96,891 per year, $8,074 per month or $47 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Process Chemist ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $90,813 per year (estimate) and goes up to $351,721 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.