Science Communicator
40AI EXPOSURE TODAY40
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST95%
NOT A FORECAST95%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
STARTING PAY£20,000 - £25,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Science Communicator
Science Communicators play a vital role in bridging the gap between complex scientific concepts and the general public. By making science accessible and engaging, they inspire curiosity and foster a better understanding of crucial issues, from climate change to health innovations, impacting lives across 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 Science CommunicatorIn this entry-level role, you will assist in creating content and supporting outreach initiatives. You will gain hands-on experience in writing, editing, and public engagement.£20,000 - £25,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-level Science CommunicatorAt this stage, you will take on more responsibility, leading projects and developing communication strategies. You will work closely with scientists and stakeholders to ensure effective messaging.£28,000 - £35,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Science Communicator/Head of CommunicationsIn a senior role, you will oversee communication strategies for large organisations or initiatives. You will mentor junior staff and represent your organisation at high-profile events.£40,000+
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.
🎓English and Film StudiesRoyal Holloway and Bedford New College · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£26,000 median
🎓Fashion Marketing and JournalismQahe (Lm) Limited · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£26,000 median
🎓Broadcast and Multimedia JournalismThe University of East Anglia · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£25,000 median
🎓Business Management and Film & Visual CultureLiverpool Hope University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£25,000 median
🎓Film and TheatreQueen Mary University of London · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£25,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
Degree subjects that lead this way
Courses in this career's subject area, from the same register that priced the degree above. Subject-matched, not a guaranteed qualifying route: check each course's own entry requirements and any professional accreditation before you rely on it.
Fashion ManagementRobert Gordon University · DegreeEnglish and Film StudiesRoyal Holloway and Bedford New College · DegreeFashion Marketing and JournalismQahe (Lm) Limited · DegreeBroadcast and Multimedia JournalismThe University of East Anglia · DegreeBusiness Management and Film & Visual CultureLiverpool Hope University · DegreeFilm and TheatreQueen Mary University of London · Degree