Originally Posted by jaguartx
https://www.pewforum.org/2009/11/05/scientists-and-belief/

According to the poll, just over half of scientists (51%) believe in some form of deity or higher power; specifically, 33% of scientists say they believe in God, while 18% believe in a universal spirit or higher power


It varies between nations. Their belief has nothing to do with science. It is their personal faith.