Not Just
Lab Coats
Dive into the exciting world of science, manufacturing, and technology. From hands-on lab roles to vital support positions in HR or marketing, diverse roles are making a real difference to our world.
Learn moreunlocking endless career possibilities
Not Just Lab Coats exists to provide you with one place to explore the career options in science, manufacturing and technology. You can explore job profiles, get advice and guidance along every step of your journey and discover real examples of what a career in our sectors looks like.
We not only cover all the roles you might expect, like Laboratory Scientist or Chemical Engineer, but also the heroes working behind the scenes like Admin Assistants and Marketing Managers.
Not sure where to start? Take our completely unscientific quiz, or search our career hub to explore a range of job roles
Not sure where to start? Take our completely unscientific quiz, or search our career hub to explore a range of job roles
5 female engineers you should know, but don’t
Est. Reading: 2 minutes
In honour of International Women in Engineering Day, here are five female engineers you should know, but probably don’t. Ada Lovelace Before laptops, apps, or even electricity, Ada Lovelace was already dreaming up the future. In the 1800s, she worked with inventor Charles Babbage on a machine called the Analytical…
Are GCSEs Really That Important for Apprenticeships?
Est. Reading: 2 minutes
If you’re thinking about your future and considering an apprenticeship instead of (or alongside) further education, you might be wondering: Do GCSEs really matter? The short answer is yes, but maybe not in the way you think. What Are GCSEs For? GCSEs are your first big academic qualifications. They show…
Our Top 3 Places to Find Apprenticeship Opportunities
Est. Reading: 2 minutes
Starting your apprenticeship search can feel a bit overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure where to look, what level to go for, or even what kinds of opportunities are out there. It’s totally normal to feel a bit lost at first. That’s why we’ve put together our top three places…
Chemical
Makes materials for everyday products like plastics and detergents
Coatings
The reason your coke can has a protective layer and its famous branding
Life Science
Creates medicines and technologies, saving lives and improving health
Nuclear
Uses atomic energy for power and diverse applications, like medicine
Hydrogen
Produces clean energy solutions that power transport, industry and heating without emissions
Medicines
Medicines manufacturing is responsible for a £16.4 billion contribution to the UK economy
Paper
Provides essential products, supports commerce, and promotes sustainability
Hydrogen
Produces clean energy solutions that power transport, industry and heating without emissions
Medicines
Medicines manufacturing is responsible for a £16.4 billion contribution to the UK economy.
Take your next step
Ready to dive into the awe-inspiring realm of science? Explore all the current roles awaiting your discovery!
View all vacancies
Operator
TRADEBE UK
Full Time
Winfrith Newburgh
Salary:
£27,500 per annum
What will you do? Make an impact! Main purpose of job: The main role of…
Closing date:
14th May 2025
Facilities Assistant
Ann Pettengell
Full Time
Cambridge
Salary:
£28,000 per annum
This is a fabulous opportunity to work for an award-winning educational establishment, with an outstanding…
Closing date:
18th December 2024
Day Operative- Energy Recovery
Suez
Full Time
Hallen
Salary:
£33,893 per annum
Are you looking for a new role as a Day Operative? Would you like to…
Closing date:
22nd November 2024
Apprentice Process Operator - PB Kent
PB Kent
Lincolnshire
Salary:
TBC
In this apprenticeship, you will work towards becoming a process operator able to operate the…
Closing date:
19th October 2025
Industrial Placement Intern (Synthetic Chemistry) - Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc
Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Full Time
Kent
Salary:
TBC
The Discovery and Medicinal Chemistry department at Jazz Pharmaceuticals are looking for a highly motivated…
Closing date:
30th January 2025
Machine Operator
Gi Group
Full Time
Andover
Salary:
£31,200 per annum
Machine Operative £12-£16 per hour (depending on experience)Monday to Thursday 8.00-16.45Friday 8.00-15.30Temporary to Permanent Would…
Closing date:
23rd October 2024
Production Operative Nights
Acorn by Synergie
Full Time
Taunton
Salary:
£26,949 per annum
Production Operative - Near Taunton (TA21 postcode), Somerset - Temporary to Permanent - Starting pay…
Closing date:
4th October 2024
Graduate Building Physics Engineer
RGB Recruitment
Full Time
Bristol
Salary:
£30,000 per annum
Graduate Building Physics Engineer Bristol £26,000 - £30,000 The Company are a leading building services…
Closing date:
6th September 2024
Subscription Marketing Executive
Office Angels
Full Time
London
Salary:
£30,000 per annum
Subscriptions Marketing Executive London Bridge - hybrid working £30k Are you a creative and proactive…
Closing date:
29th August 2024
Yard Operative
J B Corrie & Co Ltd
Full Time
Petersfield
Salary:
£25,000 per annum
Yard Operative (Forklift) J B Corrie – Petersfield | Full-time| Permanent | £25K About us…
Closing date:
15th October 2025
Graduate IT Support Chemical/Transportation
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Brentwood
Salary:
£25,000 per annum
Graduate IT Support (Chemical/Transportation) Brentwood £25,000 + Private medical Health Care + Life insurance +…
Closing date:
27th February 2025
Project Manager (SMP) Degree Apprentice - Pfizer
Pfizer
Apprenticeship
Kent
Salary:
£20,000 per annum
This is a great opportunity to work for one of the world’s innovative pharmaceutical companies…
Closing date:
23rd February 2025
AI Bioscience Placement - UCB
UCB
Full Time
Berkshire
Salary:
£28,000 per annum
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Characterization and Materials Science…
Closing date:
25th September 2025
Laboratory Technician Apprentice - STFC Rutherford
STFC
Apprenticeship
Oxfordshire
Salary:
£18,900 per annum
ISIS are seeking a Laboratory Technician Apprentice to work across our multi-disciplinary laboratories.
Closing date:
16th February 2025
Marketing Manager (Vaccines) Degree Apprentice - Pfizer
Pfizer
Apprenticeship
Surrey
Salary:
£20,000 per annum
This is a great opportunity to work for one of the world's innovative pharmaceutical companies…
Closing date:
2nd March 2025
Graduate Metallurgist
Reed
Full Time
Sheffield
Salary:
£26,000 per annum
Job Summary The post involves providing technical support to the Technical team for routine production.…
Closing date:
16th October 2024
Navigating the Apprenticeship Application Process: Your Complete Guide
Est. Reading Time: 2 mins
Are you ready to kickstart your career journey in science, technology, or manufacturing? Embarking on an apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while earning a qualification and getting paid. In this guide we'll walk you through the step-by-step process of applying for an apprenticeship, empowering you to pursue your passion and unlock […]
Read moreHow to Network When You’re Just Starting Out
Est. Reading Time: 3 mins
The word networking sounds a bit... formal. Maybe even a little cringe. Like something businessy people do over dry sandwiches and awkward small talk. But networking isn’t about wearing a suit or having loads of experience. It’s just about talking to people, building relationships that can help you grow, learn, and find opportunities. At its […]
Read more
See more tips and advice for career success
Take me there
Employers!
Are you ready to partner up and work together to fill your vacancies and drive essential talent to your industry?
Get involvedI am an
Educator
Hurrah! We love educators. Come on in and find out how we can support you in shaping the extraordinary minds of tomorrow.
I am an
Employers
Great! Let’s partner up and work together to fill your vacancies and drive essential talent to your industry.
Our Partners & Collaborators
Thanks to our awesome partners for making Not Just Lab Coats… well, awesome!
Discover a career in the
Chemical Sector
Whether it’s cosmetics, drugs, or even ingredients in food - there’s always something ground-breaking happening in the chemical sector.
Be at the cutting edge of innovation in manufacturing, product development, or even finding sustainable solutions to environmental issues.
What is it like to work in the Chemical Sector?
The chemical sector adds a whopping £18 billion to the UK economy every year. In fact, around 4,100 chemical businesses nationwide create materials for manufacturing goods. Put simply, the chemical sector is booming!
Discover a career in the
Coatings Sector
This might be an area you didn’t know existed, but we promise you’ll know about it. Coatings are the finishes on LOADS of goods and materials that provide decoration or protection - from colourful furniture to non-stick pans!
The UK coatings industry directly contributes £4 billion a year to the UK economy, so it's big business and cutting-edge stuff!
What is it like to work in the Coatings Sector?
Given the scale of the industry, there are plenty of jobs around. The UK is also a huge exporter of coatings, so there’s international job opportunities too.
Discover a career in the
Life Science Sector
If you don’t already know, life science studies living organisms and how they exist and interact in different kinds of settings.
Put simply, if you work in this area, you could help to improve global healthcare, the environment, or just general daily life. Pretty big stuff, right?!
What is it like to work in the Life Science Sector?
Life scientists are in huge demand across specialisms, from medicine and agriculture to environmental conservation. That means well-paid career opportunities are just waiting to be snapped up!
Discover a career in the
Nuclear Sector
Nuclear is a very low-carbon technology. This means it is an important source of clean and safe energy in the fight against global warming.
This trailblazing science is positively changing the world and providing a much-needed power source for future generations - without generating nasty greenhouse gases in the process.
What is it like to work in the Nuclear Sector?
With a growing demand for more affordable power made at home in the UK, the nuclear sector is set to create many more highly paid, varied, and exciting jobs.
Discover a career in the
Hydrogen Sector
The science industries are wide-ranging, but they share a common goal: creating positive change for the planet and shaping a better future.
By working at the cutting edge of innovation, you could help drive progress across our global community — from advancing renewable energy technologies to supporting cleaner transport and low-carbon solutions.
What is it like to work in the Hydrogen Sector?
With net-zero targets to meet, businesses need skilled workers to drive industrial decarbonisation and the shift to a low-carbon economy.
Discover a career in the
Medicine manufacturing Sector
Whether it’s cosmetics, drugs, or even ingredients in food - there’s always something ground-breaking happening in the chemical sector.
Be at the cutting edge of innovation in manufacturing, product development, or even finding sustainable solutions to environmental issues.
What is it like to work in the Medicine Manufacturing Sector?
The chemical sector adds a whopping £18 billion to the UK economy every year. In fact, around 4,100 chemical businesses nationwide create materials for manufacturing goods. Put simply, the chemical sector is booming!
Discover a career in the
Paper Sector
You might not think much about paper beyond what’s on your desk, but trust us – it’s everywhere. From the box your online order arrives in, to the loo roll in your bathroom, paper is one of the unsung heroes of everyday life.
The UK’s paper-based industries generate £13 billion a year and employ over 115,000 people. It’s an innovative, eco-conscious sector that’s leading the way in recycling and sustainable packaging – so it’s big business with a green heart.
What is it like to work in the Paper Sector?
Working in the paper industry is about more than just paper—it’s about innovation, sustainability, and making an impact on the world.