How much does a Genetic Engineer make in Raleigh, NC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Genetic Engineer in Raleigh, NC is $109,334. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $95,271 to $118,377, with most professionals earning between $82,467 and $126,610.

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Genetic Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $82,467 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $95,271 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $109,334 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $118,377 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Genetic Engineer Salary $126,610 Raleigh,NC April 01, 2025
25% $95,271 10% $82,467 90% $126,610 75% $118,377 $109,334 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Genetic Engineer ?

Genetic engineering, also called genetic modification or genetic manipulation, is the direct manipulation of an organism's genes using biotechnology. It is a set of technologies used to change the genetic makeup of cells, including the transfer of genes within and across species boundaries to produce improved or novel organisms. New DNA is obtained by either isolating and copying the genetic material of interest using recombinant DNA methods or by artificially synthesising the DNA. A construct is usually created and used to insert this DNA into the host organism. The first recombinant DNA mole...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Genetic Engineer in Raleigh, NC. The base salary for Genetic Engineer ranges from $95,271 to $118,377 with the average base salary of $109,334. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $95,271 to $118,377 with the average total cash compensation of $109,334.

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