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Biopharma Process Development Manager Salary in California

How much does a Biopharma Process Development Manager make in California?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Biopharma Process Development Manager in California is $141,589 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

However, a Biopharma Process Development Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $183,289
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $129,236 to $163,416
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,990
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Biopharma Process Development Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $163,416 $13,618 $3,143 $79
Average $141,589 $11,799 $2,723 $68
25th Percentile $129,236 $10,770 $2,485 $62
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Key Factors That Influence Biopharma Process Development Manager Salaries

A Biopharma Process Development Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Biopharma Process Development Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Biopharma Process Development Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Biopharma Process Development Scientist V (7-10 years): $170,162
  • Biopharma Process Development Supervisor (10+ years): $107,539
  • Biopharma Process Development Manager (10+ years): $141,589
  • Biopharma Process Development Senior Manager (10+ years): $189,482
  • Biopharma Process Development Director (10+ years): $217,830
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Biopharma Process Development Scientist V7-10 years$170,162
Biopharma Process Development Supervisor10+ years$107,539
Biopharma Process Development Manager10+ years$141,589
Biopharma Process Development Senior Manager10+ years$189,482
Biopharma Process Development Director10+ years$217,830
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Top Paying Cities for Biopharma Process Development Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $142,192
  • West Hollywood: $142,192
  • Dodgertown: $142,192

Biopharma Process Development Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Biopharma Process Development Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$129,236
Average $141,589/year
$163,416
$10,770
Average $11,799/month
$13,618
$2,485
Average $2,723/week
$3,143
$62
Average $68/hour
$79
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $163,416 $13,618 $3,143 $79
Average $141,589 $11,799 $2,723 $68
25th Percentile $129,236 $10,770 $2,485 $62

Biopharma Process Development Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Biopharma Process Development Manager
Pharmacokinetics Senior Manager
Bioinformatics Analysis Senior Manager
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Epidemiology Research Manager
VP of Pharmacokinetics
Bioinformatics Analysis Director
VP of Biopharma Process Development
Epidemiology Research Director

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Biopharma Process Development Manager, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Biopharma Process Development Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Pharmacokinetics Senior Manager $235,343 66%
Bioinformatics Analysis Senior Manager $202,958 43%
Biopharma Process Development Senior Manager $189,482 34%
Epidemiology Research Manager $197,926 40%

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