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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.
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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.
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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
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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?
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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
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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
Low carbon
Reducing pollution and emissions to help the environment
Medicines
Medicines manufacturing is responsible for a £16.4 billion contribution to the UK economy
Medicines
Medicines manufacturing is responsible for a £16.4 billion contribution to the UK economy.
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Production & FLT Operative
Russell Taylor
Full Time
Irlam
Salary:
£24,000 per annum
Job Title: Production & FLT OperativeIndustry: ChemicalLocation: Irlam, Manchester Salary: £24,000 Job Type: Full-time, PermanentShift:…
Closing date:
17th October 2024
Hygiene Operative
Pertemps Northampton
Full Time
Northampton
Salary:
£25,396 per annum
Job Title: Hygiene OperativeIndustry: Liquid Food ManufacturingLocation: NorthamptonSalary: £25396Hours: 07.30-15.30 We are seeking a meticulous…
Closing date:
22nd May 2025
Special Projects Electronics Technician
AWE PLC
Full Time
Berkshire
Salary:
£26,500 per annum
Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking. Package: £23,280 -…
Closing date:
4th March 2025
Commercial Administrator
YourRecruit
Full Time
Westerham
Salary:
£28,000 per annum
Our Westerham based client is looking to hire an enthusiastic and energetic individual to join…
Closing date:
1st January 2025
Plant Operator
Reed
Full Time
Suffolk
Salary:
£35,000 per annum
Chemical Operator Suffolk Full-time Salary: £33,000 - £35,000 Join our team as a Plant Operator…
Closing date:
17th April 2025
Sports Assistant WV Active
Adecco
Part Time
Wolverhampton
Salary:
£23,361 per annum
We are recruiting for Sports Assistants to work at WV active sites across Wolverhampton. Locations:…
Closing date:
22nd January 2025
Graduate Electrical Engineer Training/Progression
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Reading
Salary:
£35,000 per annum
Graduate Electrical Engineer (Training/Progression) Reading £25,000-£35,000 + Training + Progression + High Level Security Clearance…
Closing date:
22nd April 2025
Scientist Degree Apprenticeship- UCB
UCB
Apprenticeship
Berkshire
Salary:
£19,300 per annum
We are seeking a motivated candidate driven by intellectual curiosity to join the Musculoskeletal Team…
Closing date:
26th June 2025
Graduate Associate Scientist - UCB
UCB Celltech
Placement
Slough
Salary:
£28,000 p.a.
We are currently looking for highly motivated scientists to join the Biologics Process Sciences department…
Closing date:
21st November 2024
C&I Technician
AWE PLC
Full Time
Reading
Salary:
£40,000 per annum
C&I Technician Would you like to work in a business which is critical to UK…
Closing date:
26th September 2024
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
Analytical Chemist
Rowland Talent Solutions Limited
Full Time
Haverhill
Salary:
£34,000 per annum
We are currently looking for an Analytical Chemist for a company in Cambridgeshire. As an…
Closing date:
27th June 2025
Chemical Engineering Undergraduate Placement - ConocoPhillips
ConocoPhillips
North Yorkshire
Salary:
TBC
Cogent Skills is working with ConocoPhillips to recruit an Undergraduate Placement Chemical Process Engineer to…
Closing date:
16th March 2025
Food Production Operative
Elevation Recruitment Group
Full Time
Rotherham
Salary:
£25,740 per annum
Elevation Recruitment are currently recruiting a number of Food Production Hygiene Operatives to join a…
Closing date:
22nd November 2024
Science Technician - Burnley
Aspire People Limited
Full Time
Burnley
Salary:
£29,250 per annum
We are seeking an organized and proactive Science Technician to join our secondary school's science…
Closing date:
28th November 2024
Laboratory assistant
Matchtech
Full Time
Aylesbury
Salary:
£24,375 per annum
Job Purpose:To monitor the Laboratory quality system compliance and effectiveness through planned audits and independent…
Closing date:
16th October 2024
Handling Tough Interview Questions with Confidence
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Navigating tough interview questions can be one of the most challenging aspects of the job search process. However, with the right preparation and mindset, you can handle these questions with confidence and poise. This guide provides practical tips to help you effectively respond to tough interview questions and leave a lasting impression. 1. Prepare Thoroughly […]
Read moreWhy STEM is a great career choice for your daughter
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A government study in 2023 found that women make up just a third of the science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) workforce in the UK. This figure is still staggeringly low despite more girls starting STEM A Levels than ever. Gender stereotypes, fewer role models, and limited access to early career information from primary school age […]
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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!
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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
Low Carbon Sector
The science industries may be diverse, but they’re united by a passion for making a real difference to the environment and improving our future.
Working at the forefront of innovation, you could help advance our global community – from improving renewable energy like wave and solar power to working on electric vehicles.
What is it like to work in the Low Carbon Sector?
There is a huge amount of work to be done by businesses to transition to net-zero and meet challenging targets, so a highly skilled workforce is vital for industrial decarbonisation.
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!