High-paying science jobs in Denver

Science explores the natural world through research and experimentation. Scientists test hypotheses, analyze data, and contribute new knowledge. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are important.


The 185 science jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $66,685 and $180,733 per year. Electrical Designer, R&D Engineer and Life Science Consultant are among the most popular high-paying roles in Denver, CO.

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Updated Aug 31, 2026
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Denver, CO
Colorado
Job openings (Denver)

Physicist

Denver

$180,733 per year

Colorado

$150,833 per year

Senior R&D Engineer

Denver

$176,502 per year

Colorado

$136,514 per year

Life Science Consultant

Denver

$153,197 per year

Colorado

$152,294 per year

Hydrogeologist

Denver

$127,029 per year

Colorado

$119,046 per year

R&D Engineer

Denver

$119,110 per year

Colorado

$116,923 per year

Clinical Trial Manager

Denver

$102,410 per year

Colorado

$101,583 per year

Electrical Designer

Denver

$99,051 per year

Colorado

$99,363 per year

Environmental Specialist

Denver

$97,261 per year

Colorado

$104,989 per year

Environmental Scientist

Denver

$75,665 per year

Colorado

$70,802 per year

Clinical Research Coordinator

Denver

$66,685 per year

Colorado

$43,320 per year

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