As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a Scientific Research 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 £35,700 to £42,600, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   £35,700
50TH(Median)   £38,840
75TH   £42,600
Scientific Research Associate I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile Scientific Research Associate I Salary £35,700 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
50th Percentile Scientific Research Associate I Salary £38,840 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
75th Percentile Scientific Research Associate I Salary £42,600 United Kingdom April 22, 2025

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

Last Updated on April 22, 2025

Salary.com provides you with accurate and diversified Scientific Research Associate I salary data based on specialized databases to help you get a fairer salary. The average annual pay for a Scientific Research 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 Scientific Research Associate I hourly pay, weekly pay, monthly pay, and so on.

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

A Scientific Research Associate I's salary varies significantly based on experience level. Entry typically earn £37,434 - £39,233, while Intermediate make £37,809 - £39,682, Senior earn £38,512 - £40,524, Specialist earn £38,606 - £40,692, Expert can reach £38,746 - £40,804 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Scientific Research Associate I £38,606
Intermediate Level Scientific Research Associate I £38,952
Senior Level Scientific Research Associate I £39,794
Specialist Level Scientific Research Associate I £39,962
Expert Level Scientific Research Associate I £40,075
£38,606 0 yr
£38,952 < 2 yrs
£39,794 2-4 yrs
£39,962 5-8 yrs
£40,075 > 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 Scientific Research Associate I?

The top 3 highest-paying cities in the United Kingdom for Scientific Research 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: Research and Development Associate I or Scientific Research Associate I?

As of April 22, 2025 , a Research and Development Associate I makes less than a Scientific Research Associate I. A Research and Development Associate I earns an average annual salary of £29,297. And a Scientific Research Associate I earns an average annual salary of £38,840.

Job Title Salary Range in GBP
Research and Development Associate I
£16,876
£36,821
Scientific Research Associate III
£34,396
£51,896
Scientific Research Associate II
£23,009
£43,141
Scientific Research Associate IV
£47,389
£76,581

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