Chemistry Disciplines
Knowledge and application of chemical principles across specialized branches, including analytical, organic, physical, and environmental chemistry, for research, testing, and industrial processes.
Skill demand · ONS UK online job adverts
How common is chemistry and applied sciences?
This requirement appears in 0.9% of UK new online job adverts in 2025. Its share was broadly unchanged 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 share0.0 pp2024 to 2025
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What this skill category covers
Official detailed requirements in this ONS group
Agrochemical and Petrochemical Product Knowledge
Understanding of properties and applications of agrochemical and petrochemical products.
Fragrance and Sensory Analysis Techniques
Evaluating scents and sensory attributes for product development.
Chemical Additives Knowledge
Understanding additives used to modify material properties in industrial processes.
Capillary Action and Measurement
Understanding and measuring fluid movement in narrow spaces.
Inert Gas Properties and Applications
Understanding characteristics and uses of inert gases in industrial processes.
Liquid Separation Techniques
Methods for separating liquids in industrial or laboratory settings.
Chemical Reaction Engineering Skills
Ability to design and optimize chemical reaction processes for industrial applications.
Aerosol Science Knowledge
Understanding of aerosol properties and their applications in various industries.
Refrigerant Compound Property Knowledge
Knowledge of refrigerant properties for HVAC systems and environmental compliance.
Geochemistry Concepts
Studying chemical composition and processes of Earth's materials.
Chemical Biocide Application Skills
Ability to apply chemical biocides for controlling harmful organisms.
ONS Table 1 detailed requirements · SCO08.02. Shares can overlap because an advert may mention several requirements.
Roles that often need this skill category
Occupations where chemistry and applied sciences appears most often in UK new adverts
| # | Occupation | Share of occupation adverts | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chemical scientists Example titles: Scientist · Section head · Chief analyst · Chief chemist | 67.1% | |
| 2 | Other researchers, unspecified discipline Example titles: Researcher · Research fellow · Research officer · Research assistant | 20.8% | |
| 3 | Dancers and choreographers Example titles: Dancer · Dance coach · Dance artist · Ballet dancer | 20.5% | |
| 4 | Natural and social science professionals n.e.c. Example titles: Sports scientist · Technical officer · Consumer scientist · Research assistant | 19.6% | |
| 5 | Laboratory technicians Example titles: Laboratory technician · Seed analyst · Water tester · Lab assistant | 19.1% | |
| 6 | Physical scientists Example titles: Scientist · Mud logger · Gas examiner · Research worker | 11.5% | |
| 7 | Biological scientists Example titles: Scientist · Soil chemist · Field officer · Plant breeder | 11.0% | |
| 8 | Quality control and planning engineers Example titles: Quality control engineer · QC analyst · Mine planner · Group planner | 8.5% | |
| 9 | Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c. Example titles: Science technician · DT technician · Test assistant · Technical grade | 8.4% | |
| 10 | Librarians Example titles: Librarian · Film librarian · Information scientist · Learning resource manager | 8.3% |
How related skills compare
Skills within Chemical and Material Sciences and its Applications
| # | Skill | Share of adverts | Change (pp) | View |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chemistry and Applied Sciences Selected skill · Chemistry Disciplines · Agrochemical and Petrochemical Product Knowledge · Fragrance and Sensory Analysis Techniques | 0.9% | 0.0 pp | |
| 2 | Chemical and Material Sciences Chemical Compounds and Specialty Reagents · Electron Microscopy and Imaging Techniques · Distillation Processes | 0.5% | 0.0 pp | |
| 3 | Manufacturing and Materials Engineering Industrial Coatings and Surface Treatment Processes · Aluminium Material Application Skills · Ceramic and Porcelain Manufacturing | 0.5% | 0.0 pp | |
| 4 | Manufacturing and Metallurgical Engineering Metal Heat Treatment Technique Skills · Steelmaking Process Technology Skills | 0.0% | 0.0 pp | |
| 5 | Healthcare and Materials Science Biocompatibility Testing Skills | 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.