As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a Biotech Research Scientist I in the United Kingdom is £38,900, with an hourly rate of £19, according to Salary.com Global Salary IQ data. The average salary ranges from £35,700 to £42,600, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   £35,700
50TH(Median)   £38,900
75TH   £42,600
Biotech Research Scientist I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile Biotech Research Scientist I Salary £35,700 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
50th Percentile Biotech Research Scientist I Salary £38,900 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
75th Percentile Biotech Research Scientist I Salary £42,600 United Kingdom April 22, 2025

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How Much Does a Biotech Research Scientist I Make by Hour, Week, Month, and Year?

Last Updated on April 22, 2025

Salary.com provides you with accurate and diversified Biotech Research Scientist I salary data based on specialized databases to help you get a fairer salary. The average annual pay for a Biotech Research Scientist I is about £38,900 a year, this translates to an approximate hourly rate of £19, a monthly salary of about £3,242, and a weekly pay of around £748. Click the switch button below to see more details about Biotech Research Scientist I hourly pay, weekly pay, monthly pay, and so on.

How Much Do Biotech Research Scientist Is Earn at Different Levels in 2025?

A Biotech Research Scientist I's salary varies significantly based on experience level. Entry typically earn £37,467 - £39,287, while Intermediate make £37,849 - £39,728, Senior earn £38,566 - £40,557, Specialist earn £38,661 - £40,722, Expert can reach £38,804 - £40,833 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Biotech Research Scientist I £38,661
Intermediate Level Biotech Research Scientist I £39,010
Senior Level Biotech Research Scientist I £39,839
Specialist Level Biotech Research Scientist I £40,004
Expert Level Biotech Research Scientist I £40,115
£38,661 0 yr
£39,010 < 2 yrs
£39,839 2-4 yrs
£40,004 5-8 yrs
£40,115 > 8 yrs
Entry Level 1%
Intermediate Level 0%
Senior Level 2%
Specialist Level 3%
Expert Level 3%
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Last Updated on April 22, 2025

What are the Highest Paying Cities in the United Kingdom for Biotech Research Scientist I?

The top 3 highest-paying cities in the United Kingdom for Biotech Research Scientist I are London, Brighton and Hove, and Manchester. In London, the average salary is £42,012 per year, while Brighton and Hove offers £39,189, and Manchester pays around £37,288 annually.

Which Job Pays More: Scientist I - Biotech or Biotech Research Scientist I?

As of April 22, 2025 , a Scientist I - Biotech makes more than a Biotech Research Scientist I. A Scientist I - Biotech earns an average annual salary of £45,449. And a Biotech Research Scientist I earns an average annual salary of £38,900.

Job Title Salary Range in GBP
Scientist I - Biotech
£36,529
£54,635
Life Sciences Research Scientist I
£36,432
£54,489
Research and Development Supervisor I
£20,548
£128,785
Research and Development Associate I
£16,876
£36,821

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