Research Coordinator
25AI USED FOR25%moving to67%
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STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
REGULATORY MOATThe law requires human oversight. That human could be you.
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Research Coordinator
Research Coordinators play a pivotal role in advancing scientific knowledge and innovation, acting as the vital link between researchers, participants, and funding bodies. In the UK, their work not only contributes to groundbreaking studies but also enhances public health and well-being on a global scale.
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This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for a modest share of what this job actually involves today, and the law requires human oversight. That human could be you. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Research CoordinatorIn this entry-level position, you will assist senior researchers in the day-to-day management of research projects, gaining hands-on experience in various aspects of research coordination.£25,000 - £30,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level Research CoordinatorAt this stage, you will take on more responsibility, managing specific projects and leading teams of research assistants while ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.£35,000 - £45,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Research CoordinatorIn this senior role, you will oversee multiple research projects, mentor junior staff, and play a key role in strategic planning and decision-making for research initiatives.£60,000+
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The degree route
Real courses in this career's subject, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Computing and IT and a second subjectThe Open University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£36,000 median
🎓Politics And International RelationsWest Herts College · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£29,000 median
🎓English Literature And Creative WritingWest Herts College · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£27,000 median
🎓English Literature And MediaWest Herts College · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£27,000 median
🎓European Studies with GermanThe University of Essex · 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.
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Computing and IT and a second subjectThe Open University · DegreePolitics And International RelationsWest Herts College · DegreeEnglish Literature And Creative WritingWest Herts College · DegreeEnglish Literature And MediaWest Herts College · DegreeEnglish LiteratureWest Herts College · DegreeEuropean Studies with GermanThe University of Essex · Degree