As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a Research and Development Associate I in the United Kingdom is £38,840, with an hourly rate of £19, according to Salary.com Global Salary IQ data. The average salary ranges from £35,693 to £42,599, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   £35,693
50TH(Median)   £38,840
75TH   £42,599
Research and Development Associate I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile Research and Development Associate I Salary £35,693 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
50th Percentile Research and Development Associate I Salary £38,840 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
75th Percentile Research and Development Associate I Salary £42,599 United Kingdom April 22, 2025

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How Much Does a Research and Development Associate I Make by Hour, Week, Month, and Year?

Last Updated on April 22, 2025

Salary.com provides you with accurate and diversified Research and Development Associate I salary data based on specialized databases to help you get a fairer salary. The average annual pay for a Research and Development Associate I is about £38,840 a year, this translates to an approximate hourly rate of £19, a monthly salary of about £3,237, and a weekly pay of around £747. Click the switch button below to see more details about Research and Development Associate I hourly pay, weekly pay, monthly pay, and so on.

How Much Do Research and Development Associate Is Earn at Different Levels in 2025?

A Research and Development Associate I's salary varies significantly based on experience level. Entry typically earn £37,431 - £39,233, while Intermediate make £37,807 - £39,682, Senior earn £38,511 - £40,523, Specialist earn £38,605 - £40,691, Expert can reach £38,746 - £40,804 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Research and Development Associate I £38,605
Intermediate Level Research and Development Associate I £38,952
Senior Level Research and Development Associate I £39,794
Specialist Level Research and Development Associate I £39,962
Expert Level Research and Development Associate I £40,074
£38,605 0 yr
£38,952 < 2 yrs
£39,794 2-4 yrs
£39,962 5-8 yrs
£40,074 > 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 Research and Development Associate I?

The top 3 highest-paying cities in the United Kingdom for Research and Development Associate I are London, Brighton and Hove, and Manchester. In London, the average salary is £41,947 per year, while Brighton and Hove offers £39,129, and Manchester pays around £37,230 annually.

Which Job Pays More: Scientific Research Associate I or Research and Development Associate I?

As of April 22, 2025 , a Scientific Research Associate I makes less than a Research and Development Associate I. A Scientific Research Associate I earns an average annual salary of £29,380. And a Research and Development Associate I earns an average annual salary of £38,840.

Job Title Salary Range in GBP
Scientific Research Associate I
£16,924
£36,925
Research and Development Associate II
£23,071
£43,256
Research and Development Associate III
£34,300
£51,750
Research and Development Associate IV
£47,516
£76,786

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