Biologist Salary in Nigeria

This article is written to enlighten you on biologist salary in Nigeria.

Before we proceed, it is important you have a glance of who a biologist is and what they do.

Who is a Biologist?

Biology, in its commonest definition, is the study of life or living organisms. Biologists are therefore scientists that study living organisms.

The study of living organisms is very complex and wide. This is because living organisms are so many ranging from simple to complex.

Biologists, therefore, research deeply to gather information base on the formation, growth, functions, environment and so on of living organisms.

The study of biology can open different career path for you to specialize, in Nigeria.

Keep reading to know how much biologists earn in Nigeria.

Major factors that Influence Biologist Salary in Nigeria

Biologist salary in Nigeria is influenced by various factors. Among these factors includes;

·        Place of Employment

·        Educational qualification

·        Years of Experience

Biologist Salary in Nigeria According to their Place of Employments

The salary of biologist in Nigeria is significantly influenced by their place of employment.

Some employment opportunities available for biology graduates include;

·        Science museums

·        Hospitals

·        Pharmaceutical companies

·        Media companies

·        Research institute

·        Zoos

·        Clinical laboratories

·        Government agencies

·        Tertiary institutions

·        Secondary schools

See below summary data of biologists salaries in Nigeria according to their place of employment.

Place of Employment	Monthly Biologists Salaries	Annual Biologists Salaries
Science museums	N50, 000 to N80, 000	N600, 000 to N960, 000
Hospitals	N50, 000 to N170, 000	N600, 000 to N2, 040, 000
Pharmaceutical companies	N70, 000 to N200, 000	N840, 000 to N4, 800, 000
Media companies	N80, 000 to N350, 000	N960, 000 to N4, 200, 000
Research institute	N70, 000 to N180, 000	N840, 000 to N2, 160, 000
Zoos	N50, 000 to N90, 000	N600, 000 to N1, 080, 000
Clinical laboratories	N50, 000 to N80, 000	N600, 000 to N960, 000
Tertiary institutions	N80, 000 to N500, 000	N960, 000 to N6, 000, 000
Secondary schools	N30, 000 to N80, 000	N360, 000 to N960, 000

Biology Graduates’ Salaries in Nigeria according to Educational Qualification

See summary data of biologists’ salaries in Nigeria;

Educational Qualifications	Monthly Biologist Salary	Annual Biologist Salary
Fresh Graduates	N50, 000 to N70, 000	N600, 000 to N840, 000
Master’s Degree Holders	N100, 000 to N180, 000	N1, 200, 000 to N2, 160, 000
Ph.D. Holders	N150, 000 to N500, 000	N1, 800, 000 to N6, 000, 000

Biologist Salary in Nigeria According to Experience

Biologists’ salaries in Nigeria are also influenced by their years of experience.

See summary data below of biologists’ salaries in Nigeria according to their years of experience

Years of Experience	Low end Salary	High End Salary
<5	N50, 000	N70, 000
<10	N80, 000	N120, 000
>10	N150, 000	N180, 000

Top Industries |Place of Employment for Biologist in Nigeria for High Salary

·        Government agencies

·        Media companies

·        Research institute

·        Tertiary institution

Skills Required of a Biologist in Nigeria

The following qualities are required to become successful in biologist in Nigeria;

·        Strong presentation skill

·        Strong report writing skill

·        Research skill

·        Project management skill

·        Time management skill

·        Ability to work independently

·        Ability to work as a team