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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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Production operative
Randstad Delivery (GBS)
Full Time
Birmingham
Salary:
£31,200 per annum
Job title: Production OperativeJob type: Contract (Potential long term)Working hours: Mon-FriSalary: £16.00 per hourLocation: Birmingham…
Closing date:
15th April 2026
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
Level 6 Rainwater Management Apprentice
Reed Talent Solutions
Full Time
Warrington
Salary:
£21,000 per annum
Who are United Utilities? United Utilities is accountable for water and wastewater services in the…
Closing date:
23rd February 2026
RD Lab Technician
FILTROX Carlson Ltd
Full Time
Barnoldswick
Salary:
£24,000 per annum
Join Our Innovative Team as an R&D Lab Technician! Looking to kickstart or further your…
Closing date:
10th January 2025
Temporary Quality Control Technician
Jackie Wilsher Staff Service & Queensway Personnel
Full Time
Bletchley
Salary:
£32,000 per annum
We are recruiting for a Temporary Quality Technician to join a company in Bletchley. The…
Closing date:
15th July 2025
Maintenance Apprentice
Sherwin Williams
Apprenticeship, Full Time
Bolton
Salary:
TBC
Job DescriptionSherwin-Williams are a worldwide leader in coatings and are committed to developing and delivering…
Closing date:
25th April 2025
Production Machine Operator
Reed
Full Time
Knaresborough
Salary:
£25,350 per annum
A great opportunity has arisen for a production / machine operator to join a leading…
Closing date:
12th February 2026
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
Production Technician
Equation Recruitment
Full Time
Bicester
Salary:
£23,400 per annum
Production Technician Location: Bicester Hours of Work: 40 hrs pw (08:00 - 16:30 Mon to…
Closing date:
31st December 2024
Production Technician / Manufacturing Mechanical Assembly Technician
AWD online
Full Time
Bury St. Edmunds
Salary:
£28,000 per annum
Production Technician / Manufacturing Mechanical Assembly Technician with previous experience with electro-mechanical assemblies such as…
Closing date:
11th December 2024
Assistant Management Accountant
Robert Half
Full Time
Cambridge
Salary:
£40,000 per annum
Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with a rapidly growing, next-generation start-up based in…
Closing date:
19th January 2026
Technical Assistant
Found Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Full Time
Chessington
Salary:
£35,000 per annum
Technical Assistant – Food Manufacturing | Career Development | Supportive CultureLocation: Chessington, SurreySalary: £33,000-35,000Shift Pattern:…
Closing date:
13th February 2026
Electrical Engineer Undergraduate Placement - ConocoPhillips
ConocoPhillips
North Yorkshire
Salary:
£24,500 per annum
Cogent Skills is working with ConocoPhillips to recruit an Undergraduate Placement Electrical Engineer to work…
Closing date:
16th March 2025
Lonza Undergraduate Placements 2025
Lonza
Contract
Berkshire
Salary:
£23,809.50 per annum
A fantastic opportunity to join a preferred global pharmaceutical, biotech and nutrition partner on a…
Closing date:
2nd January 2025
Digital Marketing Executive Hybrid working
Hiring People
Part Time
York
Salary:
£30,000 per annum
Are you a creative and commercially minded digital marketer looking for a hybrid part-time role…
Closing date:
2nd October 2025
Production Operative
Randstad Delivery (GBS)
Full Time
Birmingham
Salary:
£31,200 per annum
Production Operative Location: Starley Way, Marston Green, Birmingham (B37 7HF) Compensation: £16.00 per hour Shift…
Closing date:
13th March 2026
How to Make the Most of Your Internship
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An internship is more than just a temporary job; it’s an invaluable opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop professional skills, and build a network that can support your career long after the internship ends. Here are several strategies to help you maximise your internship experience. 1. Set Clear Goals Before starting your internship, define what […]
Read moreRaising future innovators: how parents can cultivate a passion for STEM
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The world of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) is crying out for talent and offers many well-paid job opportunities too. Yet, despite this sector’s rich opportunities, there are still critical skills gaps across science specialisms. So, what can you do to get your young person curious about science AND make it accessible and fun? […]
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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!