Geneticist | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Geneticists study genes to work out how cells and organisms behave.

  • Review, approve, or interpret genetic laboratory results.  
  • Evaluate, diagnose, or treat genetic diseases.  
  • Maintain laboratory notebooks that record research methods, procedures, and results.  
  • Write grants and papers or attend fundraising events to seek research funds.  
  • Attend clinical and research conferences and read scientific
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Geneticists typically work around 38 to 40 hours per week.

As a Geneticist you will typically work evenings / weekends.

This occupation tends to be:

  • Investigative — Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
  • Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require
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* from ONETonline
Average salary
46,908 GBP *
per year
18,000 GBP
60,000 GBP
Starting
5+ Experience
* data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)
Average salary for Geneticist

  • 47,935 GBP
  • 42,230 GBP
Average salary for part-time Geneticist
Average salary for full-time Geneticist

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  • 24,432 GBP
  • 26,131 GBP
  • 23,114 GBP
  • 46,908 GBP
  • 42,230 GBP
  • 47,935 GBP
Salary over time for Geneticist

Salary for this role has increased over time
  • 43,448 GBP
  • 43,433 GBP
  • 44,227 GBP
  • 45,513 GBP
  • 46,789 GBP
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  • 46,908 GBP
  • 47,781 GBP
  • 48,867 GBP
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Future outlook for Geneticists

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Very good outlook
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Balanced outlook
1% yearly wage growth (on average)

Geneticist - Your future job?


Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Geneticist and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

  • 57% of people in this role have a Post-doctoral training 
  • 30% of people in this role have a Doctoral degree
  • 7% of people in this role have a Bachelors degree

You'll need:

  • maths knowledge
  • knowledge of geography
  • analytical thinking skills
  • excellent verbal communication skills
  • knowledge of engineering science and technology
  • knowledge of physics
  • knowledge of chemistry including the safe use and disposal of chemicals
  • the ability to come up with new ways of doing things
  • to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

Get the right qualification to begin your journey to becoming a Geneticist

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Things to highlight for your Geneticist interview

Analytical Thinking Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. Persistence Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.

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