STEM Careers Database

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35 careers found

PhysicsMathematics

Automotive Engineer

Automotive Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.

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Degree:
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BiologyEnvironmental Science

Biologist

Study living things, from cells and genes to whole ecosystems.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Usually required
Typical route:
A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
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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
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MathematicsPhysics

Building Surveyor

Building Surveyor is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.

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Chemistry

Chemist

Study and create substances, from new medicines to sustainable materials.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Usually required
Typical route:
A levels, Degree, Apprenticeship
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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
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PhysicsEngineeringHealthcare

Clinical Technologist

Clinical Technologist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.

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BiologyHealthcare

Dental Technician

Dental Technician is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.

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Degree:
Often useful but not essential
Typical route:
Apprenticeship, Degree
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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
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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
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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
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Environmental ScienceChemistryBiology

Environmental Scientist

Monitor pollution and natural systems and find ways to protect the environment.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Usually required
Typical route:
A levels, Degree, Apprenticeship
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ChemistryBiologyGeneral STEM

Food Scientist

Develop new food products and keep what we eat safe and high quality.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Often useful but not essential
Typical route:
A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
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ChemistryBiology

Forensic Scientist

Analyse evidence from crime scenes to help the justice system.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Usually required
Typical route:
A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
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Earth & Space ScienceEnvironmental Science

Geologist

Study rocks, soils and earth processes for energy, engineering and the environment.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Usually required
Typical route:
A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
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PhysicsMathematicsEarth & Space Science

Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Usually required
Typical route:
Degree
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BiologyHealthcare

Healthcare Science Assistant

Healthcare Science Assistant is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.

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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
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Earth & Space ScienceMathematicsEngineering

Land Surveyor

Measure and map land and buildings using GPS, lasers and drones.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Often useful but not essential
Typical route:
A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
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PhysicsMathematics

Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Usually required
Typical route:
Degree
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BiologyEnvironmental ScienceEarth & Space Science

Marine Biologist

Study life in the oceans and coasts, and how to protect it.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Usually required
Typical route:
A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
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ChemistryPhysicsEngineering

Materials Scientist

Develop and test materials for everything from batteries to aircraft.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Usually required
Typical route:
A levels, Degree, Apprenticeship
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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
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BiologyHealthcareChemistry

Microbiologist

Study bacteria, viruses and fungi to fight disease and improve food, medicine and the environment.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Usually required
Typical route:
A levels, Degree, Postgraduate degree
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Computing & TechnologyEngineering

Network Engineer

Build and look after the networks that connect computers and the internet.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Not usually required
Typical route:
T Levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
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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
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BiologyPhysicsHealthcare

Optometrist

Optometrist is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Usually required
Typical route:
Degree
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Chemistry

Organic Chemist

Organic Chemist is a UK STEM career in science and research. Full profile coming soon.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Usually required
Typical route:
Degree
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BiologyPhysicsHealthcare

Physiological Measurement Technician

Physiological Measurement Technician is a UK STEM career in healthcare and life sciences. Full profile coming soon.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Often useful but not essential
Typical route:
Apprenticeship, Degree
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PhysicsMathematics

Rail Engineer

Rail Engineer is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.

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Degree:
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EngineeringEnvironmental SciencePhysics

Renewable Energy Engineer

Design and develop wind, solar, hydro and storage projects.

Starting salary:
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Degree:
Often useful but not essential
Typical route:
A levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
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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
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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
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BiologyChemistryPhysics

Science Technician

Science Technician is a UK STEM career in education and science. Full profile coming soon.

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Degree:
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MathematicsEarth & Space Science

Surveyor

Surveyor is a UK STEM career in engineering and technology. Full profile coming soon.

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Degree:
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