Mathematics
Actuary
Use maths and statistics to measure and manage financial risk.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £28,000–£35,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
STEM Careers Database
Explore STEM Careers
Discover STEM careers, what they involve, how to get into them, what they pay and where they could take you.
138 careers found
EngineeringPhysicsEarth & Space Science
Aerospace Engineer
Design, build and test aircraft, satellites and spacecraft.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
Computing & TechnologyMathematics
AI / Machine Learning Engineer
Build and deploy AI models that power real products.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £32,000–£45,000
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree, Postgraduate degree, Apprenticeship
Computing & TechnologyMathematics
AI Engineer
Build products and tools that use artificial intelligence.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £32,000–£45,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
ChemistryMathematics
Analytical Chemist
Analytical Chemist is a UK STEM career in science and research. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Earth & Space SciencePhysicsMathematics
Astronomer
Study stars, planets and galaxies using telescopes, data and theory.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
PhysicsMathematicsEarth & Space Science
Astrophysicist
Astrophysicist is a UK STEM career in space and physical sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
BiologyPhysicsHealthcare
Audiologist
Audiologist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
EngineeringComputing & TechnologyPhysics
Automation Engineer
Automation Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
PhysicsMathematics
Automotive Engineer
Automotive Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
BiologyChemistry
Biochemist
Biochemist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Computing & TechnologyBiology
Bioinformatician
Use computing to make sense of biological data such as DNA.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £28,000–£35,000
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
BiologyEnvironmental Science
Biologist
Study living things, from cells and genes to whole ecosystems.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
BiologyEngineering
Biomedical Engineer
Biomedical Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
BiologyHealthcareChemistry
Biomedical Scientist
Analyse patient samples in hospital and private labs so doctors can diagnose and monitor disease.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £29,000–£32,000
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Apprenticeship
BiologyChemistry
Biotechnologist
Biotechnologist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
MathematicsPhysics
Building Surveyor
Building Surveyor is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
MathematicsComputing & Technology
Business Intelligence Analyst
Business Intelligence Analyst is a UK STEM career in mathematics and data. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
Earth & Space ScienceComputing & Technology
Cartographer
Cartographer is a UK STEM career in mathematics and data. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
Biology
Cell Biologist
Cell Biologist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
EngineeringChemistryMathematics
Chemical Engineer
Design processes that turn raw materials into fuels, medicines, food and materials.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Apprenticeship
Chemistry
Chemist
Study and create substances, from new medicines to sustainable materials.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Apprenticeship
EngineeringMathematicsPhysics
Civil Engineer
Design and build bridges, railways, water systems and other infrastructure.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £26,000–£32,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, T Levels, Apprenticeship
PhysicsMathematicsEnvironmental Science
Climate Scientist
Climate Scientist is a UK STEM career in earth and environmental science. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
BiologyHealthcare
Clinical Researcher
Clinical Researcher is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
HealthcareBiologyChemistry
Clinical Scientist
Apply specialist science to diagnose and treat patients, from genomics to medical physics.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £37,000–£45,000
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree, Postgraduate degree
PhysicsEngineeringHealthcare
Clinical Technologist
Clinical Technologist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
BiologyHealthcareChemistry
Clinical Trials Associate
Coordinate the studies that test whether new medicines and treatments work.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £24,000–£30,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- Degree, Apprenticeship, Other routes
Computing & Technology
Cloud Engineer
Build and run the online servers and services that apps and businesses rely on.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £28,000–£38,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, T Levels, Apprenticeship
BiologyEnvironmental Science
Conservation Scientist
Conservation Scientist is a UK STEM career in earth and environmental science. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
Computing & Technology
Cyber Security Analyst
Protect systems and data by spotting and responding to cyber threats.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £25,000–£35,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, T Levels, Apprenticeship
Computing & TechnologyMathematics
Data Analyst
Turn data into clear answers using SQL, spreadsheets and dashboards.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £24,000–£33,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
Computing & TechnologyMathematics
Data Engineer
Data Engineer is a UK STEM career in mathematics and data. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
Computing & TechnologyMathematics
Data Scientist
Use statistics, programming and machine learning to find patterns and make predictions.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
Computing & Technology
Database Administrator
Keep an organisation's data stored safely, quickly and reliably.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £25,000–£32,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
BiologyHealthcare
Dental Technician
Dental Technician is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- Apprenticeship, Degree
MathematicsPhysics
Design Engineer
Design Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Computing & Technology
DevOps Engineer
Automate how software is tested, released and kept running.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £30,000–£40,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
HealthcarePhysicsBiology
Diagnostic Radiographer
Use X-ray, CT, MRI and ultrasound imaging to help diagnose patients.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £29,000–£32,000
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, T Levels, Degree
Computing & Technology
Digital Forensics Analyst
Recover and examine digital evidence from computers and phones.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £25,000–£32,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
Environmental ScienceBiology
Ecologist
Survey wildlife and habitats and advise on protecting them.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £22,000–£26,000
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
Mathematics
Econometrician
Econometrician is a UK STEM career in mathematics and data. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
EngineeringPhysicsComputing & Technology
Electrical Engineer
Design power systems, circuits and control systems.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £26,000–£35,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, T Levels, Apprenticeship
PhysicsMathematics
Electronic Engineer
Electronic Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
PhysicsMathematics
Energy Engineer
Energy Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Environmental ScienceGeneral STEM
Environmental Consultant
Advise businesses and developers on environmental impacts and regulations.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £24,000–£29,000
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree, Apprenticeship, Postgraduate degree
ChemistryBiologyEngineering
Environmental Engineer
Environmental Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Environmental ScienceChemistryBiology
Environmental Scientist
Monitor pollution and natural systems and find ways to protect the environment.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Apprenticeship
BiologyMathematics
Epidemiologist
Epidemiologist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
ChemistryBiologyGeneral STEM
Food Scientist
Develop new food products and keep what we eat safe and high quality.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
ChemistryBiology
Food Technologist
Food Technologist is a UK STEM career in science and research. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
ChemistryBiology
Forensic Scientist
Analyse evidence from crime scenes to help the justice system.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
BiologyEnvironmental Science
Forestry Scientist
Forestry Scientist is a UK STEM career in earth and environmental science. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
Computing & Technology
Game Designer
Game Designer is a UK STEM career in computing and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
Computing & TechnologyMathematics
Game Developer
Write the code that makes video games work.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £24,000–£32,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, T Levels, Apprenticeship
Biology
Geneticist
Geneticist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
BiologyComputing & Technology
Genomics Scientist
Genomics Scientist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Earth & Space ScienceEnvironmental Science
Geologist
Study rocks, soils and earth processes for energy, engineering and the environment.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
PhysicsMathematicsEarth & Space Science
Geophysicist
Geophysicist is a UK STEM career in earth and environmental science. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Earth & Space ScienceComputing & TechnologyMathematics
Geospatial Data Scientist
Geospatial Data Scientist is a UK STEM career in mathematics and data. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
PhysicsMathematicsEarth & Space Science
Geotechnical Engineer
Geotechnical Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Earth & Space ScienceComputing & Technology
GIS Analyst
GIS Analyst is a UK STEM career in mathematics and data. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
BiologyComputing & TechnologyMathematics
Health Data Scientist
Health Data Scientist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
BiologyHealthcare
Healthcare Science Assistant
Healthcare Science Assistant is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Not usually required
- Typical route:
Earth & Space ScienceEnvironmental ScienceMathematics
Hydrologist
Hydrologist is a UK STEM career in earth and environmental science. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Biology
Immunologist
Immunologist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Computing & Technology
IT Project Manager
IT Project Manager is a UK STEM career in computing and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
Computing & Technology
IT Support Technician
Help people fix computer, software and network problems.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £20,000–£26,000
- Degree:
- Not usually required
- Typical route:
- T Levels, Apprenticeship, Other routes
BiologyChemistryGeneral STEM
Laboratory Technician
Prepare samples, run tests and keep labs working in research, industry, schools and hospitals.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £21,000–£25,000
- Degree:
- Not usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, T Levels, Apprenticeship
Earth & Space ScienceMathematicsEngineering
Land Surveyor
Measure and map land and buildings using GPS, lasers and drones.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
PhysicsMathematics
Manufacturing Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
BiologyEnvironmental ScienceEarth & Space Science
Marine Biologist
Study life in the oceans and coasts, and how to protect it.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
ChemistryPhysicsEngineering
Materials Scientist
Develop and test materials for everything from batteries to aircraft.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Apprenticeship
Mathematics
Mathematician
Use advanced maths to solve problems in research, industry and finance.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
Mathematics
Mathematics Teacher
Mathematics Teacher is a UK STEM career in education and science. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
EngineeringPhysicsMathematics
Mechanical Engineer
Design, test and improve machines, vehicles and products.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £26,000–£34,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, T Levels, Apprenticeship
PhysicsHealthcareEngineering
Medical Physicist
Use physics to keep radiotherapy, imaging and medical equipment safe and effective.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree, Postgraduate degree
ChemistryBiology
Medicinal Chemist
Medicinal Chemist is a UK STEM career in science and research. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Earth & Space SciencePhysicsMathematics
Meteorologist
Forecast weather and study the atmosphere and climate.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
BiologyHealthcareChemistry
Microbiologist
Study bacteria, viruses and fungi to fight disease and improve food, medicine and the environment.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
BiologyChemistry
Molecular Biologist
Molecular Biologist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Computing & TechnologyEngineering
Network Engineer
Build and look after the networks that connect computers and the internet.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Not usually required
- Typical route:
- T Levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
BiologyPsychology
Neuroscientist
Neuroscientist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
EngineeringPhysics
Nuclear Engineer
Work on the design, safety and decommissioning of nuclear power and technology.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
PhysicsMathematicsEarth & Space Science
Nuclear Physicist
Nuclear Physicist is a UK STEM career in space and physical sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
HealthcareBiology
Nursing Associate
Deliver hands-on patient care alongside registered nurses, with a route into full nursing.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £26,000–£30,000
- Degree:
- Not usually required
- Typical route:
- Apprenticeship
PhysicsEarth & Space ScienceMathematics
Oceanographer
Oceanographer is a UK STEM career in earth and environmental science. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
MathematicsComputing & Technology
Operations Research Analyst
Operations Research Analyst is a UK STEM career in mathematics and data. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
BiologyPhysicsHealthcare
Optometrist
Optometrist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Chemistry
Organic Chemist
Organic Chemist is a UK STEM career in science and research. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
PhysicsMathematicsEarth & Space Science
Particle Physicist
Particle Physicist is a UK STEM career in space and physical sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Computing & Technology
Penetration Tester
Hack into systems, with permission, to find weaknesses before criminals do.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £28,000–£35,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
ChemistryHealthcareBiology
Pharmacist
Make sure people get the right medicines safely and know how to use them.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree
BiologyChemistry
Pharmacologist
Pharmacologist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
PhysicsMathematics
Physicist
Use physics to understand how the universe works and build new technology.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
BiologyPhysicsHealthcare
Physiological Measurement Technician
Physiological Measurement Technician is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- Apprenticeship, Degree
PhysicsEarth & Space ScienceMathematics
Planetary Scientist
Planetary Scientist is a UK STEM career in space and physical sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
PhysicsMathematics
Production Engineer
Production Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
PsychologyHealthcareBiology
Psychologist
Use the science of the mind and behaviour to help people, organisations and communities.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
BiologyMathematics
Public Health Scientist
Public Health Scientist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
MathematicsPhysics
Quality Engineer
Quality Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
MathematicsComputing & Technology
Quantitative Analyst
Quantitative Analyst is a UK STEM career in mathematics and data. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
MathematicsEngineeringGeneral STEM
Quantity Surveyor
Manage the costs and contracts of construction projects.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
Physics
Radiation Protection Adviser
Radiation Protection Adviser is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
PhysicsMathematics
Rail Engineer
Rail Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
EngineeringEnvironmental SciencePhysics
Renewable Energy Engineer
Design and develop wind, solar, hydro and storage projects.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
EngineeringEnvironmental Science
Renewable Energy Technician
Install, maintain and repair wind, solar and heat pump systems.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £24,000–£32,000
- Degree:
- Not usually required
- Typical route:
- T Levels, Apprenticeship
General STEMBiologyChemistry
Research Scientist
Plan and run experiments to answer open scientific questions.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree, Postgraduate degree
EngineeringComputing & TechnologyPhysics
Robotics Engineer
Build robots and automated systems that sense, move and make decisions.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
PhysicsEngineeringEarth & Space Science
Satellite Engineer
Satellite Engineer is a UK STEM career in space and physical sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
General STEMBiologyChemistry
Science Teacher
Teach biology, chemistry or physics and inspire the next generation of scientists.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
BiologyChemistryPhysics
Science Technician
Science Technician is a UK STEM career in education and science. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Not usually required
- Typical route:
General STEM
Science Writer
Science Writer is a UK STEM career in science and research. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
General STEM
Scientific Illustrator
Scientific Illustrator is a UK STEM career in science and research. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
BiologyChemistryPhysics
Scientific Researcher
Scientific Researcher is a UK STEM career in science and research. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
PhysicsMathematics
Seismologist
Seismologist is a UK STEM career in earth and environmental science. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Computing & TechnologyMathematics
Software Developer
Design, build and maintain apps, websites and systems.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £26,000–£38,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, T Levels, Apprenticeship
Computing & TechnologyMathematics
Software Engineer
Software Engineer is a UK STEM career in computing and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
BiologyChemistryEnvironmental Science
Soil Scientist
Soil Scientist is a UK STEM career in earth and environmental science. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
PhysicsMathematicsEarth & Space Science
Space Scientist
Space Scientist is a UK STEM career in space and physical sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
PhysicsMathematicsEngineering
Space Systems Engineer
Space Systems Engineer is a UK STEM career in space and physical sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
PhysicsEngineeringComputing & Technology
Spacecraft Operations Engineer
Spacecraft Operations Engineer is a UK STEM career in space and physical sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
MathematicsComputing & Technology
Statistician
Design studies and analyse data to draw reliable conclusions.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
General STEM
STEM Outreach Officer
STEM Outreach Officer is a UK STEM career in education and science. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
PhysicsMathematics
Structural Engineer
Structural Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
MathematicsEarth & Space Science
Surveyor
Surveyor is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
Computing & TechnologyMathematics
Systems Analyst
Systems Analyst is a UK STEM career in computing and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
Computing & Technology
Technical Architect
Technical Architect is a UK STEM career in computing and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
PhysicsMathematicsEarth & Space Science
Theoretical Physicist
Theoretical Physicist is a UK STEM career in space and physical sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Earth & Space ScienceMathematics
Town Planner
Town Planner is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
BiologyChemistry
Toxicologist
Toxicologist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
MathematicsEarth & Space Science
Transport Planner
Transport Planner is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
Computing & TechnologyPsychology
UX Designer
Design apps and websites that are easy and enjoyable to use.
- Starting salary:
- approx. £25,000–£32,000
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
- A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
Computing & TechnologyPsychology
UX Researcher
UX Researcher is a UK STEM career in computing and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
Earth & Space SciencePhysics
Volcanologist
Volcanologist is a UK STEM career in earth and environmental science. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
MathematicsEnvironmental Science
Water Engineer
Water Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Usually required
- Typical route:
- Degree
Computing & Technology
Web Developer
Web Developer is a UK STEM career in computing and technology. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Not usually required
- Typical route:
BiologyEnvironmental Science
Wildlife Biologist
Wildlife Biologist is a UK STEM career in earth and environmental science. Full profile coming soon.
- Starting salary:
- Varies, see profile
- Degree:
- Often useful but not essential
- Typical route:
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