50% of professionals earn between $39,709 - $88,097 AUD
The median salary is $69,000
The average salary for a Chemist in Australia is AUD 69,000 - AUD 88,097 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 78,549 per year, based on 815 active job listings.
The cities with the most Chemist job opportunities in Australia are Brisbane, Melbourne, Council Of The City Of Sydney, Sydney, Perth. Brisbane leads with 96 job openings.
Leading employers for Chemist roles in Australia include The Envirolab Group, Australian Nuclear Science & Technology Organisation, SEQ Laboratories Pty Ltd, Konnecting Australian Skilled Migration & Recruitment Consultants, Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research.
Explore 815 Chemist job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.