Armenia plans a substantial salary increase for workers in the scientific sector, Minister of Education, Science, Culture, and Sports Zhanna Andreasyan announced during a speech at the National Assembly on October 29.
According to the minister, salaries will rise by up to 300%. “For instance, if a lead researcher currently earns around $356 (138,000 drams), as of January 1, 2025, their salary will be approximately $1,423 (552,000 drams),” Andreasyan stated.
The minister emphasized that this increase only applies to basic funding. Researchers participating in thematic and grant-funded projects will be eligible for additional bonuses and rewards under those programs.
Andreasyan noted a positive trend already underway, with specialists beginning to return to the scientific field from the private sector.
