Chemical scientists. SOC code 2111.
This page gives the official unit-group title and shows exactly where code 2111 sits in the SOC 2010 hierarchy.
Where this code sits in SOC 2010
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- Major Group
- PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS
- Sub-major Group
- SCIENCE, RESEARCH, ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONALS
- Unit Group
- 2111 · Chemical scientists
Other unit groups in Natural and Social Science Professionals
- Biological scientists and biochemists2112
- Physical scientists2113
- Social and humanities scientists2114
- Natural and social science professionals n.e.c.2119
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Named on the Critical Skills List, with stated conditions
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- Critical Skills List, published employment
- Chemical scientists in manufacturing (including food & beverages, medical devices), product development, analytical development, clinical co-vigilance, or biotechnology or related and relevant specialist skills, qualifications or experience
Lists effective 13 May 2026 (SI 213 of 2026). Official sources: Ineligible List · Critical Skills List. Confirm against the official page before acting.
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Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS), Standard Occupational Classification 2010 · Version: SOC 2010 · Reference: soc-occupation.v2