SOC 2162 — Other researchers, unspecified discipline
SOC 2020 Code 2162 — Higher Skilled (RQF Level 6+)
Other researchers, unspecified discipline (SOC 2162) qualifies for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. The going rate — the minimum your employer must pay — is £43,600 per year. We've broken down the salary requirements, related job titles, and current openings from licensed UK visa sponsors on this page.
Visa Eligibility & Salary Requirements
Eligibility Status
Yes — Other researchers, unspecified discipline roles are eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship (Higher Skilled).
Occupation rate applies. You must be paid at least the higher of the going rate or the general salary threshold (£41,700), unless an exemption applies.
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Other researchers, unspecified discipline Jobs with Visa Sponsorship
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Job Description Grade UE07: £41,064 - £ 48,822 per annum College of Arts, Humanities and Social Science / School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences Full-time: 35 hours per week Fixed-term: for 36 months We’re unlocking Edinburgh’s potential. Join us. Here at the University of Edinburgh there’s a career for everyone. We can offer opportunities for you to develop in your career and make a real difference in the communities around us whilst contributing to the world at large. Our peopl
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The Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position funded by a Horizon Europe Advanced Grant (underwritten by UKRI), which is held by Professor Pierre Raphael. The successful candidate will work on the research project 'Singularities for Waves and Turbulent Flows (SWAT)', which brings together a highly competitive team of leading experts to address some of the key challenges on singularity formation. Applicants shoul
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Area Opportunities at the University of Nottingham in Ningbo China Location Ningbo Salary 269906 RMB per annum, pro-rata for part-time/short-term contract Closing Date Sunday 03 May 2026 Reference 184501 Nottingham University Business School China Prof Jie Yu (Joseph)’s research team is seeking outstanding Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the postdoctoral research station in business administration for the development of University of Nottingham Ningbo China research agenda. Your Responsibil
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — Other researchers, unspecified discipline roles fall under SOC 2162 (Higher Skilled), so they qualify for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Your employer will need a sponsor licence and must pay at least the going rate for this occupation.
This information is provided as guidance only and should not be treated as legal advice. Eligibility criteria and salary thresholds are based on the latest published government data. Always verify with the official UK government guidance or seek professional immigration advice.