▲13%
£32,141
Avg. Base Salary (GBP)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (GBP)
10%
£21k
MEDIAN
£32k
90%
£43k
The average salary for a Sr. Chemist is £32,141 in 2025
Base Salary
£21k - £43k
Bonus
£0 - £5k
Total Pay
£21k - £44k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Sr. Chemists?
What Do Sr. Chemists Do?
Sr. Chemist Tasks
- Design, develop, and test formulations or compounds.
- Optimize processes for production of desired chemical agents.
- Write standard operating procedures, safety materials, and laboratory reports.
- Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and test laboratory equipment and relevant documentation.
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Common Health Benefits for a Sr. Chemist
Medical
67%
Dental
44%
Vision
22%
None
33%
Gender Breakdown for Sr. Chemists
Male
75.0%
Female
25.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Sr. Chemists
What is the highest pay for Sr. Chemists?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Sr. Chemist is £43k / year
What is the lowest pay for Sr. Chemists?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Sr. Chemist is £21k / year
How can Sr. Chemists increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Sr. Chemist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Sr. Chemist that oversees more junior Sr. Chemists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.