Salary of Research Scientist in United Kingdom 2026

How much does a Research Scientist earn?

£37,032 / Annual
Based on 3915 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: £32,496 Average salary: £37,032 Maximum: £57,108

Minimum
£32,496 Average salary
£37,032 Maximum
£57,108

£3,086 / Monthly
Based on 3915 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: £2,708 Average salary: £3,086 Maximum: £4,759

Minimum
£2,708 Average salary
£3,086 Maximum
£4,759

£103 / Daily
Based on 3915 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: £90 Average salary: £103 Maximum: £159

Minimum
£90 Average salary
£103 Maximum
£159

£19 / Hourly
Based on 3915 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: £17 Average salary: £19 Maximum: £30

Minimum
£17 Average salary
£19 Maximum
£30

Salary data updated: September 2026

Salary of Research Scientist in United Kingdom

Research Scientist

Found at: Sourcestack United Kingdom - 2 days ago

Kent, United Kingdom Kent State Full-time US$62,000 - US$77,723 Contract

Job Title: Research Scientist Physical Location: Kent Campus - Kent, OH Salary: $62,000 - $77,723...
Research Scientist

Found at: Sourcestack United Kingdom - 2 days ago

Luton, United Kingdom Leonardo Full-time £45,000 - £58,000 Contract

Job Description:Your ImpactAre you a researcher in industry or academia looking to advance your career and work on...
Research Scientist

1 week ago

Bracknell, Berkshire, Bracknell Forest, Berkshire; Berkshire; South East England; England, United Kingdom SRG Full-time

Research Scientist in Biokinetics Rate : £17.82 per hour Location : Bracknell, Jealotts Hill Contract Length :...

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QA Manager	£46,824	View listings
QA Engineer	£45,000	View listings
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FAQ - Research Scientist

The average salary for Research Scientist is GBP37,032 per year in United Kingdom. Salary estimates are based on 3915 salaries shared anonymously with Trabajo.org by employees with the position of Research Scientist in United Kingdom.

The lowest salary of Research Scientist per year in United Kingdom is GBP32,496

The highest salary for Research Scientist per year in United Kingdom is GBP57,108

Data updated: September 2026

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Methodology

Salary data is calculated from compensation ranges published in active job listings in United Kingdom. Job postings that include salary information are analyzed to obtain minimum, average and maximum values by position. Data is updated monthly and reflects listings from the last 90 days. Sample size for this position: 3,915 job postings with salary.