- Analyze organic or inorganic compounds to determine chemical or physical properties, composition, structure, relationships, or reactions, using chromatography, spectroscopy, or spectrophotometry techniques.
- Conduct quality control tests.
- Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed.
- Prepare test
Chemist | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Chemists study chemicals and materials and how they behave under different conditions.
Chemists typically work around 39 to 41 hours per week.
As a Chemist you will typically work evenings / weekends.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 41,783 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Chemist
Big gender gap
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46,058 GBP
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37,530 GBP
Average salary for part-time Chemist
Average salary for full-time Chemist
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25,059 GBP
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23,147 GBP
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41,783 GBP
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37,530 GBP
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46,058 GBP
Salary over time for Chemist
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41,755 GBP
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41,318 GBP
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41,256 GBP
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42,584 GBP
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41,616 GBP
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41,075 GBP
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41,783 GBP
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42,993 GBP
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38,533 GBP
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Future outlook for Chemists
Very good outlook
55 000+ jobs available 
Balanced outlook
-1% yearly wage growth (on average)
Very good outlook
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Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Chemist and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Chemist.
Science Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Mathematics Using mathematics to solve problems
What technical skills do I need?
Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Chemist. Check that you know:
Things to highlight for your Chemist interview
Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Analytical Thinking Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
