Diagnostics

2025 Job Market Overview.

Diagnostics

2025 Job Market Overview.

The diagnostics industry is rapidly expanding, driven by advancements in molecular diagnostics, point-of-care technologies, and AI-driven data analysis. Science and clinical professionals skilled in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and regulatory affairs are highly sought after as the demand for accurate, efficient diagnostic solutions grows.

Hiring Demand: Very High

AI is revolutionizing the Diagnostics industry by enhancing scale-up processes, innovating drug design, and improving team performance.

Emmanuelle Hoarau

Director of Domain Intelligence, Kelly Science & Clinical

With the increasing need for early disease detection and personalized healthcare, the Diagnostics industry presents exceptional career opportunities for those passionate about advancing healthcare through innovative diagnostic technologies.

Diagnostics

Top Related Areas of Expertises:

Molecular Biology
Bioinformatics
Regulatory Compliance
AI and Data Analytics
Medical Imaging

YoY growth:	5.5%
# changed jobs:	55,000

Top Locations	# Working
California	80,000
Florida	50,000
Texas	40,000
Illinois	30,000
New Jersey	25,000

Average Total Comp:	$64,000
Compensation Range:	$30,000 – $120,000
Median Tenure:	2.3 years

Diagnostics

Roles on the rise. Positions across the sector that are in highest demand:

Supply vs. Demand (Active Job Seekers) . The current supply of qualified professionals in each position, compared to the number of job openings. Some roles, like Clinical Lab Techs, are seeing a surplus of qualified supply. Others, such as Quality Control Analysts or R&D Scientists, are experiencing a gap.

Note the totals below reflect active job seekers. 35% of the talent Kelly places is off market: passive job seekers who aren’t actively looking but will take the right opportunity.

Title	# Working in N.A
Clinical Laboratory Scientists/Technologists	80,000
Regulatory Affairs Specialists	40,000
Molecular Biologists	35,000
Quality Control Analysts	30,000
Research and Development Scientists	20,000

Title	# Active Job Seekers (Supply)	# Job Openings (Demand)	Gap in Supply vs. Demand
Clinical Laboratory Scientists/Technologists	10,000	8,000	2,000
Regulatory Affairs Specialists	4,000	4,000	-
Molecular Biologists	3,500	3,500	-
Quality Control Analysts	5,000	6,000	1,000
Research and Development Scientists	3,000	4,000	1,000

Diagnostics

Time to Hire: Posting Durations and Applications. How many applications will you process for the average high-demand Diagnostics job? And how long can you expect each to stay posted? Technology makes it easy for candidates to apply, so the number of applications reflected here aren’t all well-qualified candidates. Beyond the days posted online, you’ll need time to assess. An expert partner like Kelly speeds your process along by screening all applicants from each pool, plus hidden pools of passive job seekers, and forwarding only a small percentage—the best qualified—to your hiring managers.

Salary Insights.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual wage for medical scientists in 2023 was $100,890. In Diagnostics, entry-level positions typically offer salaries starting around $60,000 to $75,000, with senior roles in regulatory compliance or research often surpassing $120,000 annually.

See ranges for our top roles below.

Title	# Applications	# Days Online
Clinical Laboratory Scientists/Technologists	10-15	45 – 75
Regulatory Affairs Specialists	15-20	60 – 90
Molecular Biologists	12-18	75-100
Quality Control Analysts	8-12	60 – 90
Research and Development Scientists	5-10	90 – 120

Title	Low Range	High Range
Clinical Laboratory Scientists/Technologists	$55,000	$80,000
Regulatory Affairs Specialists	$70,000	$100,000
Molecular Biologists	$60,000	$85,000
Quality Control Analysts	$50,000	$75,000
Research and Development Scientists	$70,000	$110,000

This data reflects general averages calculated across each skill and across geographies. For an overview that’s personalized to your industry segment, your geography, for the experience and expertise levels you need—set up a free consultation call today.

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