Physics and Advanced Computational Science
Apply principles of physics and computational science to analyse complex systems and develop theoretical and applied solutions.
Skill demand · ONS UK online job adverts
How common is physical sciences?
This requirement appears in 0.9% of UK new online job adverts in 2025. Its share rose by 0.1 percentage points compared with 2024.
The latest year is partial. Comparisons with full years need care. 2026 figures have not been published yet.Share of new adverts0.9%UK · 2025
Change in share+0.1 pp2024 to 2025
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What this skill category covers
Official detailed requirements in this ONS group
Natural Science Knowledge
Understanding of principles and concepts across natural science disciplines.
Space Sciences
Conduct research and analysis in astronomy and astrophysics using advanced tools.
Quantum Physics Knowledge
Understanding of quantum physics principles for research and technology applications.
Particle Physics and Accelerator Systems
Perform particle physics experiments using linear accelerators for scientific research.
Nuclear Physics and Isotope Analysis
Study uranium properties and isotopes for nuclear research and applications.
ONS Table 1 detailed requirements · SCO01.08. Shares can overlap because an advert may mention several requirements.
Roles that often need this skill category
Occupations where physical sciences appears most often in UK new adverts
| # | Occupation | Share of occupation adverts | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Other researchers, unspecified discipline Example titles: Researcher · Research fellow · Research officer · Research assistant | 27.5% | |
| 2 | Physical scientists Example titles: Scientist · Mud logger · Gas examiner · Research worker | 26.4% | |
| 3 | Dancers and choreographers Example titles: Dancer · Dance coach · Dance artist · Ballet dancer | 25.6% | |
| 4 | Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. Example titles: Sports scientist · Technical officer · Consumer scientist · Research assistant | 22.4% | |
| 5 | Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. Example titles: Science technician · DT technician · Test assistant · Technical grade | 12.4% | |
| 6 | Biochemists and biomedical scientists Example titles: Biomedical scientist · Dna analyst · Research worker · Forensic chemist | 12.3% | |
| 7 | Chemical scientists Example titles: Scientist · Section head · Chief analyst · Chief chemist | 12.0% | |
| 8 | Secondary education teaching professionals Example titles: Secondary teacher · IT teacher · Deputy head · House master | 9.2% | |
| 9 | Biological scientists Example titles: Scientist · Soil chemist · Field officer · Plant breeder | 8.7% | |
| 10 | Laboratory technicians Example titles: Laboratory technician · Seed analyst · Water tester · Lab assistant | 8.4% |
How related skills compare
Skills within Academic and Scientific Research
| # | Skill | Share of adverts | Change (pp) | View |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Social Sciences Sociology and Social Science Studies · Geography Knowledge · Justice Studies Knowledge | 7.3% | -1.4 pp | |
| 2 | Science and Research Observational Research and Empirical Methods · Understanding Scientific Principles · Biological Science Knowledge | 3.0% | +0.4 pp | |
| 3 | Humanities and Social Sciences Cultural Exchange Program Management Skills · Anthropology and Humanities Study Knowledge · Religious Studies and Theology | 1.0% | +0.2 pp | |
| 4 | Physical Sciences Selected skill · Physics and Advanced Computational Science · Natural Science Knowledge · Space Sciences | 0.9% | +0.1 pp | |
| 5 | Academic Research Note-Taking and Reference Management Tools · Information Access · Document Preparation Systems | 0.1% | 0.0 pp | |
| 6 | Media and Research Methods Fact-Checking Techniques | 0.1% | 0.0 pp | |
| 7 | Legal and Social Sciences Criminology and Organized Crime Knowledge | 0.1% | 0.0 pp | |
| 8 | Engineering and Scientific Computing Finite Element Analysis and Simulation Software · Computer Algebra Systems · Electromagnetic Simulation Software Skills | 0.1% | 0.0 pp | |
| 9 | Mathematics and Applied Domains Spatial Reasoning Skills · Game Theory Concepts | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 10 | Physics and Optics Optical Dispersion Theory · Wave Physics and Optics Knowledge | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 11 | Natural Sciences Mineralogy Knowledge · Geology Knowledge · Palaeontology | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 12 | Physics and Astronomy Stellar System Concept Knowledge | 0.0% | 0.0 pp |
About these figures
How to interpret skill demand
Source: Office for National Statistics, UK online job adverts. Shares describe new adverts reporting the requirement. An advert may mention several skills, so their shares do not add up to 100%. A rise from 10% to 12% is an increase of 2 percentage points.
These figures do not establish a salary premium, proficiency level, or which skills are requested together. This page has no published skill-specific salary or location breakdown.
ONS · 2025 · partial year · 2026 figures have not been published yet. · Open Government Licence v3.0. ONS does not endorse Jobmundo.