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The average salary for:

Research And Development Chemist
is £30,000

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The average annual salary for a Research And Development Chemist is £30,000. Salary estimates are based on jobs posted to Pertemps for Research And Development Chemist jobs.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Research and development chemists study chemical compounds. They use this research to create and improve processes and products, from new drugs and medical treatments to manufactured goods such as cosmetics, electrical goods and food and drink.

QUALIFICATIONS

Entrants usually possess a degree. Entry may also be possible with an appropriate BTEC/SQA award, an Advanced GNVQ/GSVQ Level III, or other academic qualifications. Further specialist training is provided on the job. Some employers may expect entrants to gain professional qualifications.

TASKS

  • Develops experimental procedures, instruments and recording and testing systems.
  • Operates specialised scientific equipment and conducts experiments to identify chemical composition, energy and chemical changes in natural substances and processed materials.
  • Analyses results and experimental data.
  • Tests techniques and processes for reliability under a variety of conditions.
  • Develops procedures for quality control of manufactured products.

Salaries from this search have been calculated using current and historical roles, which have been advertised with Pertemps in the last 2 years. Data is updated in real time as jobs are posted, and the search results calculate averages of all job posts that fit the role category.

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