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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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Maintenance Technician
Imperial Workforce
Full Time
Hartlepool
Salary:
£45,000 per annum
Our client based in Hartlepool are looking to recruit an experienced Maintenance Technician to work…
Closing date:
15th July 2026
Plastics Process Technician
Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing
Full Time
Warrington
Salary:
£35,000 per annum
A Plastics Process Technician is required to join the engineering and manufacturing team at a…
Closing date:
28th November 2024
Hygiene Operative
Elevation Recruitment Group
Full Time
Rotherham
Salary:
£25,837.50 per annum
Job Opportunity: Hygiene Operative at Grupo Bimbo's New Takis Factory in Rotherham! Location: RotherhamSalary: £12.64…
Closing date:
22nd January 2025
Process Operator
HR GO Recruitment
Full Time
Buckley
Salary:
£29,991 per annum
HRGO are recruiting a Chemical Process Operator for our client, a renowned manufacturer, in the…
Closing date:
2nd October 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
Animal Technologist
Animal and Plant Health Agency
Full Time
Weybridge
Salary:
£33,350 per annum
Animal Technologist Reference: 434693 Salary: £33,350 Contract type: Permanent Working pattern: Full-time, Job share Location:…
Closing date:
16th November 2025
German or French speaking Trainee Recruitment Consultant
The Language Business - Language Recruitment Specialists
Full Time
High Wycombe
Salary:
£50,000 per annum
We have a fantastic opportunity for either a German or French speaking Trainee Recruitment Consultant…
Closing date:
21st January 2025
Microbiology Technician
Innova Search
Full Time
Holywell
Salary:
£29,605 per annum
Microbiology Technician Location: Flint Shift: 4 on 4 off Days (7:00am - 7:00pm) Salary: £29,605…
Closing date:
25th August 2026
Data Analyst Apprentice
QA
Full Time
Kirkham
Salary:
£17,000 per annum
Today’s partner for a better tomorrow: Inspired PLC provides market-leading commercial energy and sustainability advisory…
Closing date:
31st December 2024
Project Manager (CTRO) Degree Apprentice - 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
Science Technician
Tradewind Recruitment
Full Time
Manchester
Salary:
£28,600 per annum
Experienced Science Technician Wanted - Immediate Start!Location: Secondary School in TamesideStart Date: ASAPAgency: Tradewind RecruitmentApply:…
Closing date:
23rd June 2026
Temp Life Science Administrator
Office Angels
Full Time
London
Salary:
£27,690 per annum
Temporary Life Science Administrator Our client is a well-established pharmaceutical organisation who enhance and improve…
Closing date:
13th January 2026
Pharmaceutical Administrator
Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Full Time
Oxford
Salary:
TBC
ROLE OVERVIEW Our client, a leading company in the pharmaceutical industry, are seeking a dedicated…
Closing date:
1st December 2025
Chemical Milling Operator / Process Operator
Gap Technical
Full Time
Welwyn Garden City
Salary:
TBC
Chemical Milling Operator / Process Operator10pm-6am ShiftPermanent + Benefits + OvertimeWelwyn Garden Citygap technical are…
Closing date:
21st March 2025
Mill-Turn Setter/Operator
Owen Daniels
Full Time
Poole
Salary:
TBC
Are you an experienced CNC Millturn Setter/Operator looking for your next opportunity?Our client, a global…
Closing date:
17th August 2026
Science Technician
Remedy Recruitment Group
Full Time
South West London
Salary:
£39,000 per annum
Science Technician - Wandsworth - September start Start Date: September 2026Contract: Full time, term time…
Closing date:
27th July 2026
Leveraging Social Media
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Starting your career can be both exhilarating and challenging. For recent graduates and those entering the job market, social media is a valuable tool for finding job opportunities and building a professional network. Beyond simply searching for job postings, social media offers ways to network, showcase your skills, and gain insights into your chosen industry. […]
Read moreWhen Your Interview Doesn’t Go as Expected: What to Do Next
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We’ve all been there. You walk out of an interview, and instead of feeling confident and accomplished, your mind is replaying every awkward pause, every question you stumbled over, and every moment you wish you could do differently. Maybe your nerves got the better of you, or maybe the interviewer threw a curveball question. Here’s […]
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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!