Eleventh Triennial Toxicology Salary Survey

Area of Science:

• Toxicology
• Occupational Health
• Economic Trends in Science

Background:

• This marks the eleventh Triennial Toxicology Salary Survey, a series initiated in 1988.
• The survey provides a 35-year analysis of employment and compensation trends in the toxicology field.
• This effort was a collaborative project involving the American College of Toxicology (ACT) and the Society of Toxicology (SOT), with support from eight additional scientific organizations.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present the findings of the 2022 Triennial Toxicology Salary Survey.
• To analyze long-term trends in employment and salary within the toxicology profession over 35 years.
• To identify changes in compensation, including income levels and bonuses.

Main Methods:

• A Survey Monkey-based questionnaire was distributed to members of participating toxicology and related scientific societies.
• Data collection focused on professionals in toxicology, with minimal responses from those below doctorate and master's degree levels due to distribution limitations.
• Analysis included salary data, bonus information, and employment trends over a 35-year period.

Main Results:

• A significant increase in the number of toxicologists reporting six-figure incomes was observed.
• There is a notable rise in the amount of bonuses received by professionals in the field.
• The survey highlights sustained growth in high-earning potential within the toxicology sector.

Conclusions:

• The toxicology profession continues to show positive trends in compensation, with a growing number of high earners.
• Long-term data analysis indicates a robust and financially rewarding career path in toxicology.
• The findings underscore the increasing value and earning potential of toxicologists in the job market.