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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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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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Occupational Health Technician
Sanctuary Personnel
Full Time
Govan
Salary:
TBC
Job Title: Occupational Health TechnicianSpecialism: Occupational HealthLocation: Govan, UKSalary: Not specifiedSalary Type: Not specifiedEmployment Type:…
Closing date:
6th May 2026
General Labourer/Assistant Gardener
JOB SWITCH LTD
Full Time
Newport
Salary:
£25,993.50 per annum
Job Summary General Labourer/Assistant Gardener General Labourer/Assistant Gardener Qualified to a minimum of Level 2…
Closing date:
1st July 2026
Static Legionella/ Water Services Technician - £36K
Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Full Time
Peterborough
Salary:
£36,000 per annum
Static Legionella Water Services/HygieneTechnician Peterborough £34/36k per annum Our client are a leading Water Treatment…
Closing date:
3rd December 2024
Order Processing Administrator
Park Street People
Full Time
Slough
Salary:
£28,000 per annum
A market leader in their field, this medical devices business with excellent staff retention levels…
Closing date:
30th August 2024
Clinical Trial Start-Up and Feasibility Intern - Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Internship
Cambridgeshire
Salary:
£24,000 per annum
This 12-months placement provides hands-on experience supporting clinical trial start-up, feasibility assessment, site identification, and…
Closing date:
10th February 2026
Temporary Compliance Administrator
Office Angels
Full Time
Lanarkshire
Salary:
£29,250 per annum
Temporary Compliance Administrator Location: South LanarkshirePay Rate: £14.00- £15.00 per hour (depending on experience)Contract Type:…
Closing date:
9th October 2026
Seed Operator
Ethero
Full Time
Stoke-on-Trent
Salary:
£36,952.50 per annum
Seed Operators Required - Immediate start Grateley, Andover SP11 Role and key responsibilities for Seed…
Closing date:
8th November 2024
Factory Operative
Pertemps Gloucester
Full Time
Tewkesbury
Salary:
£23,809.50 per annum
Factory Operatives required in Tewkesbury, working within a factory environment. Monday to Friday, rotating shifts (06:30–14:30…
Closing date:
17th February 2026
Graduate Recruitment Consultant - No Experience Required
SW6 Associates Ltd
Full Time
Stratford
Salary:
£45,000 per annum
Graduate Recruitment Consultant - Fast Track Your CareerAre you a driven recent graduate looking to…
Closing date:
16th January 2026
Junior Document Controller | Training Provided | Construction Administrator Progression
A.D.S CONSTRUCTION PERSONNEL LTD
Full Time
Corby
Salary:
£35,000 per annum
Junior Document Controller | Construction Administrator Career Progression Corby £30,000 - £35,000 + Hybrid Working…
Closing date:
15th December 2026
Process Operator
Southern Water
Full Time
Eastleigh
Salary:
£28,459.02 per annum
Wastewater Process Operator Location: Eastleigh - you will also need to be willing to occasionally…
Closing date:
4th May 2026
Production Chemist
Reed
Full Time
Sandwich
Salary:
TBC
Production Operative (Pharmaceutical Manufacturing) Kent Permanent and Full-time role Introduction Our client is a growing…
Closing date:
24th August 2026
Customer Strategy & Operational Excellence Intern - Jazz Pharmacauticals plc
Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Full Time
Salary:
£26,000 per annum
Jazz Pharmaceuticals is looking for an intern to support the implementation of field force effectiveness…
Closing date:
3rd December 2025
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:
11th November 2024
Logistics Operative
SEDAMYL UK LIMITED
Full Time
Selby
Salary:
TBC
The Opportunity We are looking for an experience Logistics Operative to join our growing logistics…
Closing date:
17th August 2026
Science Technician
Tradewind Recruitment
Full Time
South West London
Salary:
£35,100 per annum
Science Technician - Full-Time | Merton Are you an experienced Science Technician looking for an…
Closing date:
4th September 2026
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 moreTurning Internship Experience into Full-Time Job Offers
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Securing an internship is often the first step towards launching a successful career. However, turning that internship experience into a full-time job offer requires strategic planning, proactive engagement, and a clear understanding of professional dynamics. Here are several strategies to help interns transform their temporary positions into permanent roles. 1. Exceed Expectations From day one, […]
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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!
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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!