Molecular Biologist Salary in South Africa
R 188,100
per year
per month
R 15,680
per month
per year
Molecular Biologist Average Salary
The average salary for a Molecular Biologist in SA is R 188 100 gross per year (R 15 680 gross per month), which is 33% lower than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Range: a Molecular Biologist can expect an average starting salary of R 143 066. The highest salaries can exceed R 430 720.
Salary Range: a Molecular Biologist can expect an average starting salary of R 143 066. The highest salaries can exceed R 430 720.
R 143,066
Low
R 188,100
Average salary
R 430,720
High
R 11,920
Low
R 15,680
Average salary
R 35,890
High
Molecular Biologist Salary Range - South Africa
Among Molecular Biologists in South Africa, new graduates with a Degree in Microbiology or a National Diploma in Microbiology tend to have the lowest salaries, while more experienced Molecular Biologists enjoy the highest salaries.
Molecular Biologist - Pay by Experience Level
In South Africa, a Junior Molecular Biologist with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of R 13 000 gross per month. A mid career Molecular Biologist with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 15 000, while a Senior Molecular Biologist with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 19 000. Molecular Biologists with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 25 000 a month.
How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Molecular Biologist in SA
| Late Career | ▲ +59% |
| Senior | ▲ +21% |
| Average Salary | R 15,680/month |
| Mid Career | ▼ -4% |
| Junior | ▼ -17% |
Gender Breakdown
Female
61%
61%
Male
39%
39%
Molecular Biologist - Related Salaries
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