In universities advancement is by the normal research and academic scales. The salary data was collected in Jul 99 Salaries tend to be lower in academia than in industry. In a laboratory where team work is the norm. The working environment can have an unpleasant odour and contain toxic substances. Can involve working with radioactivity.
Jobs are restricted locations Mainly in pharmaceutical companies, so work tends to be localised.
More widespread in hospitals and universities. Lifestyle implications Competitive and demanding occupation. Occasionally require protective clothing. Vivisection may be necessary. Career breaks sometimes possible.