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Please note, these salary figures are intended as a guide only. Salaries depend on factors such as experience and qualification levels, level of responsibility, job location and type of organisation – it’s always worth checking with the employer. Apprenticeships may include an employer paying for a Higher Education qualification. 

Under £25k

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    Laboratory scientist apprentice

    Kasia makes lubricants to improve the performance of metal-cutting tools while also studying towards a degree in chemical science

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    Bionanotechnology PhD student

    Lewis is researching cutting edge ways to improve the treatment of diseases of the colon

  • Emma Withers in a laboratory smiling.

    Soil scientist

    Emma investigates the link between climate change and increased greenhouse gas emissions from the soil

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Over £40k

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