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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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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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Project Technician - 2 year FTC
Cpl Life Sciences
Full Time
Hatfield
Salary:
TBC
Cpl Life Sciences are looking for a Project Technician (initial 2 year FTC) to provide…
Closing date:
26th February 2026
Machine Operator
Acorn by Synergie
Full Time
Taunton
Salary:
£24,511.50 per annum
Production Operative - Near Taunton (TA21 postcode), Somerset - Temporary to Permanent - Starting pay…
Closing date:
4th October 2024
Nuclear Operator
TRADEBE UK
Full Time
Dorchester
Salary:
£25,000 per annum
Discover Tradebe Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses with the commitment of creating a…
Closing date:
27th May 2026
Project Manager (Hub Submission Manager) Degree Apprenticeship - 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
Logistics Apprentice (Level 4) - Saica Paper UK
SAICA Paper
Apprenticeship
Greater Manchester
Salary:
£22,000 per annum
Paper Mill Based in Carrington, Manchester producting 100% recycled papers for corrugated cardboard. Our state-of-the-art…
Closing date:
13th March 2026
Project Manager apprentice (GWE) - Pfizer
Pfizer
Surrey
Salary:
TBC
This is a great opportunity to work for one of the world’s innovative pharmaceutical companies.…
Closing date:
27th February 2026
Machine Operative
MTrec Recruitment
Full Time
Hartlepool
Salary:
£27,378 per annum
The Company: MTrec are currently recruiting for a renowned and respected company based in the…
Closing date:
30th June 2025
Finance Assistant Apprentice - Great British Energy - Nuclear
Great British Nuclear
Apprenticeship
Warrington
Salary:
£23,810 per annum
Start Your Career in Finance with Great British Energy - Nuclear! Are you looking to…
Closing date:
4th August 2025
Laboratory Technician Apprentice - UKRI Careers Oxford
STFC
Apprenticeship
Oxfordshire
Salary:
TBC
As a Level 3 laboratory apprentice, you are joining a team dedicated to the meticulous…
Closing date:
2nd February 2026
Water Hygiene Technician
Acorn by Synergie
Full Time
Bristol
Salary:
£28,000 per annum
Water Hygiene Technician Salary: £28,000 Location: Bristol Area The ideal candidate will have a strong…
Closing date:
1st September 2025
Process Operatives 06h00-18h00
Straight Forward Recruitment
Full Time
Brandon
Salary:
£25,350 per annum
Straight Forward Recruitment are currently recruiting Process Operatives to join a well-established and expanding cosmetic…
Closing date:
16th December 2025
CNC Mill-turn Programmer / Operator / Setter.
Rise Technical Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Abingdon
Salary:
£38,665 per annum
CNC Mill-turn Programmer / Operator / Setter. Salary: £34,000 -£38,665 Oxford: Commutable from: Didcot, High…
Closing date:
8th November 2024
Production Operative
Pertemps Gloucester
Full Time
Tewkesbury
Salary:
£31,740 per annum
Production Operatives required in Tewkesbury, working within a factory environment. Monday to Friday, weekly rotating shifts (06:00–14:00…
Closing date:
2nd July 2026
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
Calibration/Metrology Technician
Framatome Limited
Full Time
Bridgwater
Salary:
£33,000 per annum
Energise Your Career with Framatome UK – Powering a Safer, Smarter Nuclear Future Framatome is…
Closing date:
15th July 2026
Trainee Vehicle Mechanic
The Army
Full Time
United Kingdom
Salary:
£26,334 per annum
Trainee Vehicle Mechanic The Army - United Kingdom From £26,334 a year Keep us on…
Closing date:
13th April 2026
Free training opportunities
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Securing your first job can be challenging, especially in today’s competitive job market. One of the best ways to distinguish yourself from other candidates is by engaging in training programs. Training can enhance your skills, strengthen your CV, and boost your confidence, making you a more appealing candidate. This article delves into the significance of […]
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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!
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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!