Biologics

2025 Job Market Outlook & Salary Guide

Biologics

2025 Job Market Overview.

The Biologics industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, fueled by advancements in biologic drug development, gene therapy, and precision medicine. Science and clinical professionals with expertise in cell and gene therapy, bioprocessing, and regulatory compliance are in particularly high demand.

Total number of employees.

Wonder where your peers around the world are working - or where else you could take your skills?

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Top in-demand roles in North America.

Zooming in on North America, these will be the top 5 most in-demand roles in Biologics throughout the continent in 2025.

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For each of the top 5 in-demand roles in Biologics in North America, we'll explore the supply of qualified professionals vs. the number of current job openings, the average number of applications and days online for each role, and the current salary range.

Biological technicians or biomanufacturing associates are expected to grow substantially over the next few years. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that between 2022 and 2032, employment will grow by 5%, with over 10,000 openings projected each year.

Emmanuelle Hoarau

Science & Clinical Domain Intelligence Director
Culturing Career Success in Biomanufacturing

Biologics

Top Roles in Biologics

Regulatory changes and innovations in biosimilars and personalized therapeutics are expanding opportunities. This makes the industry a hotspot for professionals looking to drive the future of advanced healthcare solutions while reaping competitive rewards.

Below is the current supply of qualified professionals in each key role, compared to the demand for those same roles expressed as the number of current job openings.

Title	# of Qualified Job Seekers	# of Job Openings	Average # of Applications/Job	# of Days Posted Online
Research Scientists	10,000	10,000	50 - 100	45 - 60
QC/QA Specialists	5,000	5,000	40 - 80	30 - 45
Bioprocess Engineers	4,500	5,000	30 - 70	40 - 55
Regulatory Affairs Specialists	4,500	5,000	35 - 75	50 - 65
Clinical Research Associates	6,000	5,000	45 - 85	40 - 60

Last year the average Science & Clinical job posting saw about 120 applications and was kept online for about 50 days. How many people can you expect to compete with for the average job posting? And how quickly should you get that application in once it's posted?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual wage for medical scientists in 2023 was $100,890. Entry-level roles in the Biologics sector often start at $70,000 to $85,000 annually, with more experienced professionals earning well over $130,000, especially in research-intensive or strategic positions. See ranges for some of the top roles below.

Title	Low Range	High Range
Research Scientists	$75,000	$120,000
QC/QA Specialists	$60,000	$90,000
Bioprocess Engineers	$75,000	$110,000
Regulatory Affairs Specialists	$70,000	$100,000
Clinical Research Associates	$60,000	$95,000

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This data reflects general averages across skills and geographies. Individuals should assess their own skills, experiences, and local job market trends to plan their career development. Regularly updating skills and adapting to industry changes is key to staying competitive. Join the Kelly Science & Clinical network to receive the latest career advice, trends, & exclusive jobs straight to your inbox every month.

Look for ways that you can add value to your company and your customers, whoever they may be. Biomanufacturing is not a profession where we can take things for granted or take shortcuts.

Nathan Blazei

Senior Director, Strategic Solutions at Kymanox

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