Biology Jobs UK
Jobs in Science specialises in connecting biology graduates and experienced scientists with employers across the UK's science industries. Whether you're looking for your first role after a degree or a senior position in research, our biology vacancies span laboratory-based science, biomedical research, pharmaceutical development, environmental and agricultural science, and food and microbiological testing.
We work with employers ranging from pharmaceutical and biotech companies to public sector laboratories, environmental consultancies, and research institutions, recruiting for roles including Research Scientists, Laboratory Technicians, Microbiologists, Molecular Biologists, and Biomedical Scientists. If you're searching for biology jobs, life science jobs, or laboratory jobs in the UK, browse our live vacancies below - and if nothing matches right now, register for job alerts so we can let you know as soon as a suitable role goes live.
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UK Biology Job FAQs
Most biology roles require at least a BSc in biology or a related science subject (biochemistry, microbiology, biomedical science, etc.), with research and senior positions typically needing an MSc or PhD.
Entry-level lab roles sometimes accept candidates with a strong A-Level science background plus relevant lab experience, so it's worth checking individual job specs rather than ruling yourself out.
Salaries vary by role and seniority.
Entry-level positions (lab technicians, research assistants) typically start around £24,000 to £28,000, mid-level scientific officer roles around £30,000 to £40,000, and senior research or leadership positions £40,000+.
Location, sector (pharma vs public sector vs environmental) and specialism also affect pay.
It depends heavily on the role.
Lab-based scientists spend time on sample preparation, testing and data recording; research scientists design and run experiments and analyse results; field-based roles (ecology, environmental science) involve site surveys and monitoring.
Many roles also include reporting, compliance work, and collaboration with wider teams.
Research scientists typically design experiments, interpret results, and drive a project's scientific direction, often requiring a postgraduate qualification.
Laboratory technicians support that work - running tests, maintaining equipment, and processing samples - and the role is more accessible at BSc or even A-Level entry point.
We recruit on behalf of pharmaceutical and biotech companies, public sector and NHS laboratories, environmental consultancies, food and agricultural science businesses, and academic and research institutions - so opportunities span a broad range of industries beyond traditional lab settings.
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