Nanotechnologist | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Nanotechnologists design and build devices and materials on a tiny scale.

  • Operate nanotechnology compounding, testing, processing, or production equipment in accordance with appropriate standard operating procedures, good manufacturing practices, hazardous material restrictions, or health and safety requirements.  
  • Maintain work area according to cleanroom or other processing standards.  
  • Repair nanotechnology
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Nanotechnologists typically work around 39 to 41 hours per week.

As a Nanotechnologist you will typically work evenings / weekends.

This occupation tends to be:

  • Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely
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* from ONETonline
Average salary
46,908 GBP *
per year
13,000 GBP
60,000 GBP
Starting
5+ Experience
* data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)
Average salary for Nanotechnologist

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

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  • 24,432 GBP
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Salary over time for Nanotechnologist

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 Nanotechnologists

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

Nanotechnologist - Your future job?


Which qualifications do I need?

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

In terms of people already doing this job:

  • 42% of people in this role have a Diploma of Higher Education or equivalent
  • 42% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree
  • 4% of people in this role have a post-secondary qualification such as a Higher National Diploma

You'll need:

  • science skills
  • maths knowledge
  • knowledge of engineering science and technology
  • to be thorough and pay attention to detail
  • knowledge of physics
  • analytical thinking skills
  • persistence and determination
  • the ability to think clearly using logic and reasoning
  • to be able to use a computer and the main software packages confidently

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

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Things to highlight for your Nanotechnologist 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. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical.

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