The
Career role
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Use our handy jobs index to learn all about science-related careers you’ve definitely heard of… and some you probably haven’t! Whether you’re aspirational about your impact, status, or salary, there’s a career for everyone here.
Where will your career take you?
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ESG Compliance Analyst
Average Salary
£42,500 per annum
Need a Lab Coat?
Not usually
ESG Compliance Analysts in science, tech, and manufacturing ensure organisations meet environmental and social regulations by analysing data, supporting disclosures, and embedding ESG standards into operations.
Research Scientist
Average Salary
£37,500 per annum
Need a Lab Coat?
Most definitely!
Work at the cutting edge of innovation. This usually lab-based job involves experiments and investigations on every mind-blowing science topic you can think of... and plenty you can't!
Carbon Accountant
Average Salary
£50,000 per annum
Need a Lab Coat?
Not for this role
Carbon Accountants measure, manage, and report greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for organisations. They conduct carbon footprints, lifecycle assessments, and create decarbonisation plans—turning environmental data into clear, actionable insights. Through accounting principles and environmental science, they support businesses in reducing their climate impact and achieving net-zero targets.
Where to Next
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