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Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Average Salaries in Hong Kong 2024

How much money does a person working in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology make in Hong Kong?


Average Monthly Salary
49,000 HKD
( 588,000 HKD yearly)

LOW
24,500
HKD
AVERAGE
49,000
HKD
HIGH
87,100
HKD
All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

A person working in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology in Hong Kong typically earns around 49,000 HKD. Salaries range from 24,500 HKD (lowest average) to 87,100 HKD (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).


Salary Variance

The provided figure represents the median compensation that encompasses housing, transportation, and other perks. The salaries within the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology domain in Hong Kong exhibit significant discrepancies across various professions. In case you seek information about the remuneration of a specific position, please refer to the salaries listed below for respective job titles.

Salaries for specific jobs

Job TitleAverage Salary
Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology
Assistant Pharmacist29,700 HKD
Assistant Pharmacy Director55,000 HKD
Associate Medical Affairs Director74,000 HKD
Bioethics Specialist40,900 HKD
Biofabrication Specialist41,800 HKD
Bioinformatics Scientist70,800 HKD
Bioinformatics Technician32,600 HKD
Biological Scientist75,900 HKD
Biological Technician32,400 HKD
Biomanufacturing Technician35,500 HKD
Biomarker Scientist48,000 HKD
Biomedical Electronics Technician27,700 HKD
Biomedical Engineer29,600 HKD
Biomedical Engineering Director57,300 HKD
Bioprocess Engineer33,300 HKD
Biostatistician46,200 HKD
Biotechnologist 45,400 HKD
Biotechnology Lead Data Manager36,400 HKD
Cell Therapy Scientist59,800 HKD
Chemical Process Technician31,500 HKD
Clinical Consultant44,800 HKD
Clinical Data Manager44,800 HKD
Clinical Data Specialist41,000 HKD
Clinical Informatics Specialist35,600 HKD
Clinical Operations Manager65,100 HKD
Clinical Pharmacist43,700 HKD
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist54,300 HKD
Clinical Programmer23,300 HKD
Clinical Project Manager41,000 HKD
Clinical Research Associate38,700 HKD
Clinical Research Manager62,600 HKD
Clinical Study Manager55,400 HKD
Clinical Trials Compliance Officer75,100 HKD
Compliance Specialist47,200 HKD
Computational Chemist59,400 HKD
Cytology Laboratory Technologist37,700 HKD
Cytotechnologist37,600 HKD
Digital Biomarker Developer45,700 HKD
Digital Health Specialist39,400 HKD
Drug Safety Specialist51,100 HKD
GCP Auditor37,300 HKD
Gene Editing Compliance Officer54,700 HKD
Gene Editing Specialist43,900 HKD
Gene Therapy Researcher46,300 HKD
Hospital Pharmacy Technician34,700 HKD
Manufacturing Engineer36,800 HKD
Medical 3D Printing Specialist36,100 HKD
Medical Affairs Director72,700 HKD
Medical Device Compliance Specialist43,200 HKD
Medical Device Data Analyst41,000 HKD
Medical Device Designer39,800 HKD
Medical Representative 31,000 HKD
Medical Science Liaison52,300 HKD
Medical Technology Writer31,900 HKD
Molecular and Cellular Biologist71,800 HKD
Nuclear Pharmacist45,100 HKD
Pharmaceutical Compliance Auditor67,100 HKD
Pharmaceutical Manager77,100 HKD
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Lead83,100 HKD
Pharmaceutical Operations Excellence Manager69,300 HKD
Pharmaceutical Process Engineer39,300 HKD
Pharmaceutical Production Assistant Manager50,700 HKD
Pharmaceutical Project Manager45,100 HKD
Pharmaceutical Quality Auditor50,200 HKD
Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs Assistant37,200 HKD
Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs Manager50,700 HKD
Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs Specialist41,200 HKD
Pharmaceutical Representative30,600 HKD
Pharmaceutical Research Associate45,400 HKD
Pharmaceutical Research Scientist63,700 HKD
Pharmaceutical Researcher62,700 HKD
Pharmaceutical Sales and Marketing Manager53,800 HKD
Pharmaceutical Sales Manager66,900 HKD
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative29,000 HKD
Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Manager71,700 HKD
Pharmaceutical Team Leader51,600 HKD
Pharmaceutical Technologist34,400 HKD
Pharmacist42,900 HKD
Pharmacogenomics Expert54,400 HKD
Pharmacovigilance Analyst53,200 HKD
Pharmacy Aide29,300 HKD
Pharmacy Manager60,400 HKD
Pharmacy Stock Controller26,600 HKD
Pharmacy Technician26,100 HKD
Precision Medicine Compliance Analyst49,500 HKD
Precision Medicine Specialist46,300 HKD
Records Management Coordinator23,900 HKD
Shift Encapsulator28,200 HKD
Staff Pharmacist45,200 HKD
Synthetic Biologist52,600 HKD
Telepharmacy Technician26,600 HKD


Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Jobs Pay Scale and Salaries in Hong Kong

Median and salary distribution Hong Kong Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology monthly
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Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison

5% of people earn
51,000 HKD or more
10% of people earn
44,600 to 51,000 HKD
20% of people earn
30,400 HKD or less
65% of people earn
30,400 to 44,600 HKD
Minimum Salary
24,500 HKD
Median
46,700 HKD
Maximum
87,100 HKD




Median Salary, maximum and minimum salary, minimum wage, starting salary, and the salary range

All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
  • Salary Range, Minimum Wage, and Starting Salary

    Salaries in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology in Hong Kong range from 24,500 HKD (starting average salary) to 87,100 HKD (maximum average salary, actual maximum is higher). To clarify, the number presented is not the legally mandated minimum wage. Rather, it represents the lowest figure reported in a salary survey that involved thousands of participants and professionals from across the entire country.

  • Median Salary

    The median income in the field of Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology is 46,700 HKD, implying that half of the workforce in Hong Kong earns less than this figure, and the other half earns more. It represents the central value of salaries. As a rule of thumb, you would prefer to be part of the group earning above the median wage, situated on the right-hand side of the salary distribution chart.

  • Percentiles and Salary Scale

    Two values that are highly correlated with the median are the 25th and 75th percentiles. By examining the salary distribution diagram, it is possible to determine that 25% of individuals employed in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology in Hong Kong earn less than 38,300 HKD, while 75% of them earn more. Additionally, the diagram reveals that 75% of individuals earn less than 54,400 HKD, while 25% earn more than that.

  • Pay Scale Structure

    Data was regrouped into brackets to provide a better understanding of what salaries can be expected. This approach was deemed more accurate than relying solely on the average salary, as it offers greater insights into the distribution of salaries in the field of Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology in Hong Kong. The analysis revealed that roughly 65% of all reported salaries fell within the range of 30,400 HKD to 44,600 HKD. Approximately 20% of salaries were below the 30,400 HKD mark, while 10% ranged from 44,600 HKD to 51,000 HKD. Only 5% of individuals earned a gross salary of 51,000 HKD or higher.

Salary Comparison by Years of Experience

How does a person's salary progress over time?

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The experience level is the most important factor in determining the salary. Naturally, the more years of experience the higher the wage.

Generally speaking, employees in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology in Hong Kong having experience from two to five years earn on average 32% more than freshers and juniors across all industries and disciplines.

Professionals with experience of more than five years tend to earn on average 36% more than those with five years or less of work experience.

As you hit the ten years mark, the salary increases by 21% and an additional 14% for those who have crossed the 15 years mark.

Those figures are presented as guidelines only. The numbers become more significant if you consider one job title at a time.


Change in salary based on experience varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of many different jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.
On average, a person's salary doubles their starting salary by the time they cross the 10 years* experience mark.
* Based on the average change in salary over time. Salary variations differ from person to person.


Salary Comparison By Education

How does the education level affect your salary?

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Change in salary based on education varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of multiple jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.

It is well known that higher education equals a bigger salary, but how much more money can a degree add to your income?

We compared the salaries of professionals at the same level but with different college degree levels across many jobs in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology in Hong Kong, below are our findings.

Workers with a certificate or diploma earn on average 17% more than their peers who only reached the high school level.

Employees who earned a Bachelor's Degree earn 24% more than those who only managed to attain a certificate or diploma.

Professionals who attained a Master's Degree are awarded salaries that are 29% more than those with a Bachelor's Degree.

Finally, PhD holders earn 23% more than Master's Degree holders on average while doing the same job.


Is a Master's degree or an MBA worth it? Should you pursue higher education?

A Master's degree program or any post-graduate program in Hong Kong costs anywhere from 184,000 HKD to 551,000 HKD and lasts approximately two years. That is quite an investment.

Employees can't expect any salary increases during the study period, assuming they already have a job. In most cases, a salary review is conducted once education is completed and the degree has been attained.

Many people pursue higher education as a tactic to switch to a higher-paying job. The numbers seem to support this tactic. The average increase in compensation while changing jobs is approximately 10% more than the customary salary increment.

The decision really depends on the situation and experience among many other factors. Putting all variables aside, if a person can afford the costs of higher education then the return on investment is definitely worth it. Degree costs can be recovered roughly in a year or so.



Salary and Compensation Comparison By Gender / Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology / Hong Kong

Salary comparison by gender Hong Kong Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology monthly
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Though gender should not have an effect on pay, in reality, it does. So who gets paid more: men or women? In the field of Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology in Hong Kong, the average difference between the salary of male and female employees is 9%.

Male
51,400 HKD
Female-9%
47,000 HKD
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Comparison By Gender in Hong Kong for all Careers

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Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage / Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology / Hong Kong

How much are annual salary increments in Hong Kong for individuals working in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology? How often do employees get salary raises?

Professionals working in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology in Hong Kong are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 5% every 28 months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 4% granted to employees every 29 months.

Annual Salary Increment Rate Hong Kong Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology
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The figures provided here are averages of numbers. Those figures should be taken as general guidelines. Salary increments will vary from person to person and depend on many factors, but your performance and contribution to the success of the organization remain the most important factors in determining how much and how often you will be granted a raise.

Hong Kong / All Professions

Annual Salary Increment Rate Hong Kong
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The term Annual Salary Increase usually refers to the increase in 12 calendar month period, but because it is rare that people get their salaries reviewed exactly on the one-year mark, it is more meaningful to know the frequency and the rate at the time of the increase.

How to calculate the salary increment percentage?

The annual salary Increase in a calendar year (12 months) can be easily calculated as follows: Annual Salary Increase = Increase Rate x 12 / Increase Frequency

The average salary increase in one year (12 months) in Hong Kong is 2%.

Worldwide Salary Raises: All Countries and All Jobs

World Average Annual Salary Increment
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Salary Packages and Schemes

Not all compensation increases are reflected directly in the salary. Some companies offer upgraded packages to their staff instead of cash money. The figures displayed here account only for direct increments to the base salary.

Bonus and Incentive Rates / Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology / Hong Kong

How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?Annual Salary Bonus Rate Hong Kong Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology
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62% of surveyed staff in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 38% said that they received at least one form of monetary bonus.

Those who got bonuses reported rates ranging from 2% to 7% of their annual salary.

Received Bonus
38%
No Bonus
62%

Types of Bonuses Considered

Individual Performance-Based Bonuses

The most standard form of bonus, where the employee is awarded based on their exceptional performance.

Company Performance Bonuses

Occasionally, some companies like to celebrate excess earnings and profits with their staff collectively in the form of bonuses that are granted to everyone. The amount of the bonus will probably be different from person to person depending on their role within the organization.

Goal-Based Bonuses

Granted upon achieving an important goal or milestone.

Holiday / End of Year Bonuses

These types of bonuses are given without a reason and usually resemble an appreciation token.

Bonuses Are Not Commissions!

People tend to confuse bonuses with commissions. A commission is a prefixed rate at which someone gets paid for items sold or deals completed while a bonus is in most cases arbitrary and unplanned.


What makes a position worthy of good bonuses and a high salary?

The main two types of jobs

Revenue GeneratorsSupporting Cast

Employees that are directly involved in generating revenue or profit for the organization. Their field of expertise usually matches the type of business.

Employees that support and facilitate the work of revenue generators. Their expertise is usually different from that of the core business operations.

Example:
A graphics designer working for a graphics designing company.

Example:
A graphic designer in the marketing department of a hospital.


Revenue generators usually get more and higher bonuses, higher salaries, and more frequent salary increments. The reason is quite simple: it is easier to quantify your value to the company in monetary terms when you participate in revenue generation.

Try to work for companies where your skills can generate revenue. We can't all generate revenue and that's perfectly fine.

Bonus Comparison by Seniority Level

Top management personnel and senior employees naturally exhibit higher bonus rates and frequencies than juniors. This is very predictable due to the inherent responsibilities of being higher in the hierarchy. People in top positions can easily get double or triple bonus rates than employees down the pyramid.

Hourly Average Wage / Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology / Hong Kong


280 HKD per hour

The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology in Hong Kong is 280 HKD.This is the rate they get paid for every worked hour.


Hourly Wage = Annual Salary / ( 52 x 5 x 8 )

About The Hourly Pay Rate

The hourly wage is the salary paid in one worked hour. Usually, jobs are classified into two categories: salaried jobs and hourly jobs. Salaried jobs pay a fixed amount regardless of the hours worked. Hourly jobs pay per worked hour. To convert salary into hourly wage the above formula is used (assuming 5 working days in a week and 8 working hours per day which is the standard for most jobs). The hourly wage calculation may differ slightly depending on the worked hours per week and the annual vacation allowance. The figures mentioned above are good approximations and are considered to be the standard. One major difference between salaried employees and hourly paid employees is overtime eligibility. Salaried employees are usually exempt from overtime as opposed to hourly paid staff.

What is the minimum hourly rate of pay?

The minimum pay rate per hour for people working in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology in Hong Kong is 140 HKD. This is the minimum as per the gathered data in the salary survey not the minimum hourly rate mandated by law.

Government vs Private Sector Salary Comparison

Where can you get paid more, working in a private company or the government? The difference between the public or government sector salaries and the private sector salaries in Hong Kong is 10% on average across all career fields.

Private Sector
35,600 HKD
Public Sector+10%
39,300 HKD
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Statistics and Calculation Guide

What is considered to be a good and competitive salary in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology in Hong Kong?

A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 46,700 HKD and 54,400 HKD. This is a very rough estimate. Experience and education play a very huge part in the final earnings.

Gross Salary (before tax) and Net Salary (after tax)

All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

Base / Basic Salary

The base salary for jobs in Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology in Hong Kong ranges from 24,500 HKD to 38,300 HKD. The base salary depends on many factors including experience and education. It is not easy to provide a figure with very little information, so take this range with a grain of salt.


What is the difference between the median and the average salary?

Both are indicators. If your salary is higher than both the average and the median then you are doing very well. If your salary is lower than both, then many people earn more than you and there is plenty of room for improvement. If your wage is between the average and the median, then things can be a bit complicated. We wrote a guide to explain all about the different scenarios. How to compare your salary


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