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Molecular Biologist

Average Early-Career Molecular Biologist with DNA Extraction Skills Salary

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$65,539
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$52k
MEDIAN
$66k
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$126k

The average salary for a Molecular Biologist is $65,539 in 2025

Base Salary
$52k - $126k
Total Pay
$40k - $106k
Based on 14 salary profiles (last updated Jan 08 2024)
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What Do Molecular Biologists Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Molecular Biologist

Medical
100%
Dental
86%
Vision
86%

Gender Breakdown for Molecular Biologists

Female
62.5%
Male
37.5%
This data is based on 8 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Molecular Biologists

What is the highest pay for Molecular Biologists?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Molecular Biologist is $126k / year

What is the lowest pay for Molecular Biologists?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Molecular Biologist is $52k / year

How can Molecular Biologists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Molecular Biologist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Molecular Biologist that oversees more junior Molecular Biologists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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