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Lab Coats
Dive into the exciting world of the science industries. 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 the science industries. 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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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
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
Carbon Capture
Stops carbon dioxide entering the atmosphere, reducing climate change through tech
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.
Carbon Capture
Stops carbon dioxide entering the atmosphere, reducing climate change through tech
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Production Operative
Acorn by Synergie
Full Time
Sowton Industrial Estate
Salary:
£31,570.50 per annum
Production Operatives - Night Shift Exeter | Starting at £16.19 per hour | Monday-Friday |…
Closing date:
17th November 2025
Sea Import Operator
Noble Recruiting
Full Time
West Thurrock
Salary:
£33,000 per annum
Noble Recruiting have a wonderful opportunity for you, we are looking for an experienced Import…
Closing date:
14th December 2026
Data scientist (IT) level 6 apprentice - Immunocore
Immunocore
Full Time
Oxfordshire
Salary:
£22,000 per annum
Immunocore are looking to recruit a Data Scientist apprentice. Working within the Enterprise systems team,…
Closing date:
6th March 2026
Graduate Design Engineer Building Services
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Birmingham
Salary:
£35,000 per annum
Graduate Design Engineer (Building Services)£25,000 - £35,000 + Training + Progression + Hybrid Working +…
Closing date:
3rd December 2024
Science Technician
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Leicester
Salary:
TBC
Full-time | Temporary | Immediate Start I am working with a school in Leicester that…
Closing date:
25th March 2026
Production Operator
Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing
Full Time
Penicuik
Salary:
£26,500 per annum
As a Production Support Operator in Edinburgh, you will help keep Engineering & Manufacturing activities…
Closing date:
14th December 2026
Personnel Logistics Administrator
P & S Personnel
Full Time
Great Yarmouth
Salary:
TBC
P+S Personnel are pleased to be working on behalf of our clients, who are currently…
Closing date:
9th January 2026
Production Operative
Randstad Perm Professionals
Full Time
East London
Salary:
£31,200 per annum
?? Yard & Forklift Operative ?? Location: Coleshill ?? Pay: £15.00-£16.00 ?? Hours: Monday to…
Closing date:
14th January 2026
Mobile Water Technician - Level 3 56686
Novax Recruitment
Full Time
London
Salary:
£34,114 per annum
Job Title: Mobile Water Technician Location: North London Salary / Pay Rate: £28,783 - £…
Closing date:
30th August 2024
Maintenance Engineering Technician Apprentice - Kemira Chemicals
Kemira
East Riding of Yorkshire
Salary:
£17,500 per annum
Cogent Skills is working with Kemira Chemicals (UK) Ltd to recruit an Apprentice Maintenance Engineering…
Closing date:
4th May 2025
Waste Operative
4Recruitment Services
Full Time
Hellaby
Salary:
£24,667.50 per annum
We are currently looking for a Waste Operative. You will be working in Rotherham (S66)…
Closing date:
28th April 2025
Process Technician
Thames Water
Full Time
Goring
Salary:
TBC
Help us deliver safe, clean drinking water to Oxfordshire. We’re seeking a Process Technician to…
Closing date:
12th November 2024
Talent Acquisition Assistant
Ryder Reid Legal Ltd
Full Time
London
Salary:
TBC
Job Title: Recruitment Assistant Location: City of London Role: Full-time permanent role Working Arrangement: Hybrid…
Closing date:
12th August 2025
QC Lab technician
Bennett & Game Recruitment
Full Time
Wigan
Salary:
£33,559.50 per annum
QC Lab Technician required. My client is a leading Resin and Polymers manufacturer based in…
Closing date:
19th May 2025
Patination & Finishing Technician - Lighting
Bennett & Game Recruitment
Full Time
Mitcham
Salary:
£26,000 per annum
We are seeking a Patination & Finishing Technician to join our well-regarded manufacturing business, specialising…
Closing date:
15th September 2025
Laboratory Technician
Reed
Full Time
Warrington
Salary:
TBC
Laboratory Technician Annual Salary: Competitive (Experience Based) Location: North West Job Type: Full-time Join our…
Closing date:
18th December 2024
How To create an impressive CV: with examples and templates
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Crafting a compelling CV is crucial for standing out in today’s competitive job market. A well-structured CV not only highlights your skills and experiences but also presents them in a manner that grabs the attention of potential employers. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to create an effective CV, with examples and advice on using […]
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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
Discover a career in the
Carbon Capture Sector
If you don’t already know, carbon capture focuses on stopping carbon dioxide from entering the atmosphere and finding smart ways to reduce climate change.
Put simply, if you work in this area, you could help protect the planet, create cleaner energy, and tackle global warming. Pretty big stuff, right?!
What is it like to work in the Carbon Capture Sector?
Experts are in huge demand across engineering, technology, and environmental science. That means exciting, well-paid career opportunities are just waiting to be snapped up!