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  1. Nanotechnologist

    Nanotechnologists manipulate molecules and atoms to design and create new materials and devices.

    Salary: £27,000 to £55,000

    Found in: Science and research

  2. Palaeontologist

    Palaeontologists study the history of life on Earth through fossils.

    Salary: £25,000 to £45,000

    Found in: Environment and land Science and research

  3. Ecologist

    Ecologists study the relationship between plants, animals and the environment.

    Salary: £24,000 to £50,000

    Found in: Animal care Environment and land Science and research

  4. Hydrologist

    Alternative titles for this job include Water engineer, flood engineer, hydrology engineer

    Hydrologists study rainfall, rivers and groundwater systems to help develop sustainable ways of managing water.

    Salary: £28,000 to £45,000

    Found in: Engineering and maintenance Science and research Environment and land

  5. Meteorologist

    Alternative titles for this job include Weather forecaster, weather scientist

    Meteorologists collect and study data from the atmosphere and oceans to make weather forecasts and carry out research.

    Salary: £27,000 to £60,000

    Found in: Environment and land Science and research

  6. Geospatial technician

    Alternative titles for this job include Geographic information systems (GIS) technician

    Geospatial technicians collect data to create maps, update satellite navigation systems and plan construction and conservation projects.

    Salary: £24,000 to £35,000

    Found in: Science and research Environment and land Computing, technology and digital

  7. Data analyst-statistician

    Alternative titles for this job include Statistics officer

    Data analyst-statisticians collect data and statistics to identify trends, create forecasting models and help organisations to improve their service.

    Salary: £28,000 to £65,000

    Found in: Science and research

  8. Biomedical scientist

    Biomedical scientists test patient samples and help doctors and healthcare professionals diagnose, treat and prevent disease.

    Salary: £30,000 to £53,000

    Found in: Healthcare Science and research

  9. Forensic scientist

    Alternative titles for this job include Forensic examiner

    Forensic scientists collect and analyse physical and digital evidence to support criminal and accident investigations.

    Salary: £27,000 to £45,000

    Found in: Science and research Law and legal

  10. Food scientist

    Alternative titles for this job include Food technologist

    Food scientists and food technologists develop food and drink products, making sure they are safe to consume.

    Salary: £24,000 to £45,000

    Found in: Hospitality and food Manufacturing Science and research