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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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More than Microscopes: A Guide to Non-Science Careers in…Science!
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Thinking about your next steps in life can be nerve-wracking especially with the huge range of careers available. So, if you’re still unsure what you want to do, choosing subjects and courses may seem even more stressful. Enjoying science is one thing, but for some people, studying science full-time is…
Skip the Lecture: Why Apprenticeships are a Smart Alternative to University
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If you’re thinking about a career in science, you might assume that the only way to secure a well-paid job is by getting A Levels under your belt followed by a degree at uni. But, apprenticeships also offer a fantastic opportunity. A Levels are one of the best-known ways to…
Unlock a Career in Nuclear with a Fully Funded Degree and Guaranteed Job!
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Are you interested in a career in the nuclear industry but not sure how to get in? Great news: promising students now have the opportunity to kickstart their careers thanks to a fantastic new industry-backed initiative. The Nuclear Sponsorship Scheme is offering 50 students a series of summer placements after…
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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Graduate Process Engineer
Rise Technical Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Southampton
Salary:
£35,000 per annum
Graduate Process Engineer Basic Salary up to £35'000 + Training + Progression + Excellent Company…
Closing date:
18th December 2024
Statistics Placement Student - UCB
UCB Celltech
Placement
Slough
Salary:
£25,000 per annum
Statisticians have a critical role to play in support of medical research and drug development.…
Closing date:
27th October 2024
Animal Care Assistant
Essential Employment
Full Time
London
Salary:
£29,523 per annum
Animal Care Assistant needed in East London Paying £12.25 per hr ref OR1209 Full time…
Closing date:
18th October 2024
Chemical/ Gas Technician
MRD Recruitment
Full Time
Greenock
Salary:
£40,000 per annum
MRD Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting a TGCM Technician, based in Greenock on behalf…
Closing date:
1st November 2024
Chemist - Synthesis
Reed
Full Time
Didcot
Salary:
£40,000 per annum
Synthetic Chemist Reed Scientific is seeking a Synthetic Chemist to join our client's formulation team in…
Closing date:
23rd November 2024
Multi Trade Maintenance Technician Site Based
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Croydon
Salary:
£38,000 per annum
Multi Trade Maintenance Technician (Site-Based) £32,000 - £38,000 + Half Day Friday + Progression +…
Closing date:
4th October 2024
Finance Administrator
Adecco
Full Time
Buckingham
Salary:
£23,887.50 per annum
Are you a motivated individual with a passion for finance? Are you a talented and…
Closing date:
8th November 2024
Graduate Fire Engineer
Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Full Time
Swansea
Salary:
£27,000 per annum
Graduate Fire Engineer | Swansea | Permanent Ref: DB2344 Competitive Salary Plus Benefits Our client…
Closing date:
7th December 2024
Development Chemist
Reed
Full Time
Yorkshire and Humberside
Salary:
TBC
Job title: Development Chemist Industry: Chemicals and Coatings Location: West Yorkshire Salary: £26k - £30k p/annum Benefits: Standard pension, 22…
Closing date:
9th November 2024
Production Process Operator Chemical
New Appointments Group
Full Time
Rochester
Salary:
TBC
Production Process Operator Location: Rochester Shift Pattern: 12-hour shifts Our client are a forward-thinking company…
Closing date:
18th December 2024
Blending Operative
Hexagon Recruitment
Full Time
Ellesmere Port
Salary:
£26,800 per annum
Hexagon Recruitment is seeking a skilled Blending Operator for an exciting opportunity in Ellesmere Port,…
Closing date:
6th November 2024
Chemical Production Operative
Aqumen Recruitment
Full Time
Brighouse
Salary:
TBC
Job description Job Title: SCN – Chemical Plant Operator Reports to: QC Manager / Works ManagerDirect…
Closing date:
25th October 2024
MEWP/Multi Skilled Operative - Current SC clearance required
Murray McIntosh Recruitment Consultancy
Full Time
Alexandria
Salary:
£52,650 per annum
Murray McIntosh is currently recruiting for a MEWP / Multi-Skilled Operator to work on a…
Closing date:
9th November 2024
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
Mechanical & Electrical Technician
Thames Water
Full Time
Barking
Salary:
TBC
We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to Join our team at…
Closing date:
10th October 2024
Science Technician Required - Outstanding academy Merton
Tradewind Recruitment
Full Time
South West London
Salary:
£29,250 per annum
Science Technician Opportunity at Outstanding Academy School in Merton with Tradewind Recruitment On behalf of…
Closing date:
20th December 2024
Apprenticeship as an alternative to university
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If you’re thinking about a career in science, you might assume that the only way to secure a well-paid job is by getting A Levels under your belt followed by a degree at uni. But, have you considered an apprenticeship? A-Levels are one of the best-known ways to study STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). […]
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How to Clean Up Your Social Media Presence: A Step-by-Step Guide In today’s digital age, your social media presence can significantly impact your professional opportunities and personal reputation. Employers and colleagues often look at social media profiles to gain insights into your character and professionalism. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to clean up your […]
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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!
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
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!