Biophysicist
38AI EXPOSURE TODAY38
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST83%
NOT A FORECAST83%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB
STARTING PAY£30,000 - £35,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Biophysicist
As a Biophysicist, you will be at the forefront of revolutionary scientific research, merging the principles of physics and biology to unravel the complexities of living systems. This role not only contributes to groundbreaking discoveries in medicine and environmental science but also plays a crucial part in addressing global health challenges and advancing biotechnology in the UK and beyond.
THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.
AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.
AI helps here, but has not taken over
AI exposure for this job is below 50 on our index, and the day-to-day work still leans on a person to decide, check and take responsibility. Nothing formally protects this job though, so the safest move is to keep building the judgement AI cannot yet copy.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior BiophysicistIn this entry-level role, you will assist in laboratory experiments, collect data, and support senior researchers in their projects. This position is ideal for recent graduates looking to gain practical experience in the field.£30,000 - £35,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-level BiophysicistAt this stage, you will lead your own research projects, mentor junior staff, and contribute to grant applications. Your expertise will be crucial in driving innovative research initiatives.£45,000 - £55,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Biophysicist/Head of ResearchIn a senior role, you will oversee large research teams, secure funding for major projects, and shape the strategic direction of research initiatives. Your leadership will influence the future of biophysics research.£70,000+
The degree route
Courses in this career's subject area, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Mathematics and Computer Science with an Industrial YearBirmingham Community Healthcare Nhs Foundation Trust · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£40,000 median
🎓Mathematics with Data Science and Artificial IntelligenceThe University of Leicester · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£35,500 median
🎓Financial MathematicsThe University of Surrey · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
🎓Mathematics (4 years)University of Southampton · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
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Degree subjects that lead this way
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Data ScienceUniversity College London · DegreeStatisticsUniversity College London · DegreeMathematics and Computer Science with an Industrial YearBirmingham Community Healthcare Nhs Foundation Trust · DegreeMathematics with Data Science and Artificial IntelligenceThe University of Leicester · DegreeFinancial MathematicsThe University of Surrey · DegreeMathematics (4 years)University of Southampton · Degree