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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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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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Associate Scientist
Clearline Recruitment Ltd
Full Time
Motherwell
Salary:
£30,000 per annum
Role: Associate Scientist (Fixed Term Contract) Location: Central Scotland - Stirlingshire / Maxim Park, Motherwell(Permanent…
Closing date:
23rd February 2026
Administrator
Reed
Full Time
Maldon
Salary:
TBC
Web Shop Administrator Location: Maldon, Essex CM9 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: 40 hours per…
Closing date:
8th November 2025
Production Operative Nights
Acorn by Synergie
Full Time
Taunton
Salary:
£26,949 per annum
Production Operative - Near Taunton (TA21 postcode), Somerset - Temporary to Permanent - Starting pay…
Closing date:
16th January 2025
Laboratory Technician Apprentice - STFC Rutherford
STFC
Apprenticeship
Oxfordshire
Salary:
£18,900 per annum
ISIS are seeking a Laboratory Technician Apprentice to work across our multi-disciplinary laboratories.
Closing date:
16th February 2025
Trainee Plastics Fabricator
Monmouth Scientific LTD
Full Time
Bridgwater
Salary:
£25,000 per annum
Job Title: Trainee Plastics Fabricator Location: Bridgwater Salary: £25,000 per annum starting salary DOE, paid monthly in arrears…
Closing date:
28th October 2024
Science Technician
Tradewind Recruitment
Full Time
East London
Salary:
£31,200 per annum
Science Technician Wanted - Secondary School in Tower Hamlets We are seeking a skilled and…
Closing date:
14th December 2025
Mobile Water Technician
Novax Recruitment
Full Time
London
Salary:
£32,000 per annum
Title: Mobile Water Technician Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 - The salary on offer that is…
Closing date:
25th September 2024
Smart Repair Technician
Purely Recruitment Solutions
Full Time
Bristol
Salary:
TBC
Smart Repair Technician Bristol & Gloucester Monday - Friday - 8.30am - 5.00pm Permanent Salary…
Closing date:
21st February 2025
Production Operative
Adecco
Full Time
Barry
Salary:
£24,375 per annum
Join Our Team as a Production Operative in Barry! Are you ready to step into…
Closing date:
17th July 2025
Accounting and Finance Operations Apprentice - Vertex Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Vertex
Apprenticeship
London
Salary:
£18,500 per annum
An excellent opportunity to support Vertex’ Accounting and Finance Operations and get a head start…
Closing date:
5th October 2025
Production Assistant
Pertemps Liverpool
Full Time
Liverpool
Salary:
£24,570 per annum
Production AssistantKnowsley£24,570 per annumMonday to Friday, 08:45am – 5:00pmPermanent We are working with an established…
Closing date:
4th February 2026
Hygiene Operative - Day Shift
Greencore
Full Time
Pinchbeck
Salary:
£25,935 per annum
Days - Blue Shift: Sun-Wed week 1 / Sun-Tues week 2 - 06:00am to 18:00pm…
Closing date:
18th February 2026
Technician
Breedon Group plc
Full Time
Inverurie
Salary:
TBC
About Breedon Group:Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great…
Closing date:
20th February 2027
Science laboratory student placement/graduate - UCB
UCB
Full Time
Berkshire
Salary:
£25,000 per annum
UCB is currently looking for highly motivated scientists to join the BioTech Sciences department at…
Closing date:
30th July 2025
Process Technician
Stirling Warrington
Full Time
Stratford-upon-Avon
Salary:
£42,000 per annum
Process TechnicianStratford upon AvonUp to £42,000 depending on experience. Benefits: Performance based bonus. Corporate hospitality…
Closing date:
19th December 2024
Polymer Processing Operator
Connect Appointments
Full Time
Glasgow
Salary:
TBC
Connect Appointments has a new opportunity for a Polymer Processing Operator to join our client’s…
Closing date:
5th January 2026
How to Audit and Clean Up Your Social Media Presence When Job Hunting
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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 […]
Read moreYour Green Career Starter Kit: How to Build a Future That Works and Makes a Difference
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Thinking about your future can feel like a big deal, especially when you care about the planet too. The good news is, there are so many ways to build a green career that’s both rewarding and good for the environment. The world is changing fast. Every sector is looking for people who understand how to […]
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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!
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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!