- Diagnose or treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
- Order and interpret the results of laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Advise against injured athletes returning to games or competition if resuming activity could lead to further injury.
- Record athletes' medical care information and maintain medical records.
- Record athletes'
Sports scientist | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Sports scientists use knowledge of how the body works to help people improve their health or sporting ability.
Sports scientists typically work around 37 to 39 hours per week.
As a Sports scientist you will typically work evenings / weekends.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 46,908 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Sports scientist
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47,935 GBP
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42,230 GBP
Average salary for part-time Sports scientist
Average salary for full-time Sports scientist
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24,432 GBP
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26,131 GBP
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23,114 GBP
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46,908 GBP
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42,230 GBP
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Salary over time for Sports scientist
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43,448 GBP
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43,433 GBP
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44,227 GBP
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45,513 GBP
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46,789 GBP
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46,364 GBP
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46,908 GBP
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47,781 GBP
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48,867 GBP
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Future outlook for Sports scientists
Very good outlook
Balanced outlook
1% yearly wage growth (on average) Sports scientist - Your future job?
Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Sports scientist 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 Sports scientist.
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
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Judgment and Decision Making Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one
Monitoring Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
What technical skills do I need?
Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Sports scientist. Check that you know:
Things to highlight for your Sports scientist interview
Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
