Medical Scientist Salary in South Africa

Among Medical Laboratory Scientists registered with the HPCSA (Health Professions Council of South Africa), Junior Medical Scientists starting their career after completing their training as Medical Scientist Interns tend to have the lowest salaries, while more experienced professionals like Medical Laboratory Scientists, Medical Biological Scientists, Biomedical Technologists or Medical Scientists working at NHLS (National Health Laboratory Services) enjoy the highest salaries.

In South Africa, an Entry Level Medical Scientist with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of R 15 000 gross per month. A mid career Medical Scientist with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 20 000, while a Senior Medical Scientist with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 27 000. Medical Laboratory Scientists with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 35 000 per month.