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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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Not sure where to start? Take our completely unscientific quiz, or search our career hub to explore a range of job roles
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, Plant Biology, Molecular Assays
Corriculo Ltd
Full Time
Oxford
Salary:
£30,000 per annum
Associate Scientist, Plant Biology, Molecular Assays An Associate Scientist opportunity has arisen with an innovative…
Closing date:
13th October 2026
Production Operative - Nights
Acorn by Synergie
Full Time
Taunton
Salary:
£31,726.50 per annum
Production Operative Nights Location: Near Taunton (TA21 postcode), Somerset. Contract: Temporary to Permanent. Pay: starting…
Closing date:
11th September 2025
Payroll Assistant Apprentice - Great British Energy- Nuclear
Great British Nuclear
Apprenticeship
Warrington
Salary:
£23,810 per annum
Start Your Career in Payroll with Great British Energy- Nuclear!
Closing date:
4th August 2025
Level 5 HR People Professional Apprentice
Cogent Skills
Full Time
Warrington
Salary:
TBC
Voted one of the best places to work in the UK for the second consecutive…
Closing date:
5th February 2026
Associate Electrical Engineer
Brush Group
Full Time
London
Salary:
TBC
About The RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to be part of the growth of an…
Closing date:
11th June 2025
HR support level 3 apprentice- Immunocore
Immunocore
Full Time
Oxfordshire
Salary:
£21,500 per annum
Immunocore are looking to recruit an HR apprentice. This is an ideal opportunity for an…
Closing date:
13th February 2026
Laboratory Technician
Reed
Full Time
Abingdon
Salary:
TBC
Job Title: Laboratory Operator / Laboratory Assistant Department: Industry & Infrastructure Team Location: Abingdon Working…
Closing date:
28th September 2026
Analytical and Strategic Operations (ASO) Placement Student
Bristol Myers Squibb
Placement
Moreton, Wirral
Salary:
£23,000 per annum
The placement will be in Analytical and Strategic Operations (ASO) team at Moreton. The student…
Closing date:
5th November 2024
Materials Sciences Undergraduate Summer Placement - Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Kent
Salary:
£24,000 per annum
Jazz Discovery and Medicinal Chemistry (D&MC) is looking for a motivated Materials Sciences summer student,…
Closing date:
17th February 2026
Order Processing Administrator
Park Street People
Full Time
Slough
Salary:
£30,000 per annum
A market leader in their field, this medical devices business with excellent staff retention levels…
Closing date:
5th August 2025
IT solutions (Level 3) Apprenticeship - UCB
UCB
Apprenticeship
Berkshire
Salary:
£21,000 per annum
As an IT Lab Support Engineer within DTPS, you will play a key role in…
Closing date:
23rd August 2026
Research Scientist
Reed
Full Time
Yarnton
Salary:
£45,000 per annum
Research Scientist (Organic Synthesis) Location: Oxford, UK Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + Benefits Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Join…
Closing date:
28th September 2026
Electro Plating Technician
Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd
Full Time
Hythe
Salary:
£24,375 per annum
Electro Plating Technician Hythe, Kent £12.50 per hour Temp to Perm Opportunity! Monday-Friday 39 hours…
Closing date:
8th October 2024
Quality Control Laboratory Apprentice
Belzona Limited
Apprenticeship
Claro Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 4DS
Salary:
20000 - 22000
What you’ll do at work Reporting to the Quality Manager, this role involves working in…
Closing date:
24th July 2026
Machine Operative
MTrec Recruitment
Full Time
Hartlepool
Salary:
£25,662 per annum
The Company: MTrec are currently recruiting for a renowned and respected company based in the…
Closing date:
30th April 2025
TECHNICIAN / VAN DRIVER
PLANET RECRUITMENT SERVICES LTD
Full Time
Wallingford
Salary:
£30,000 per annum
Position; Industrial Cleaning Technician/ Van Driver Location; Wallingford About the role; Planet Recruitment are proud…
Closing date:
25th March 2025
Choosing the Right Career Path: A Step-by-Step Guide
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Scratching your head trying to figure out which career path to take? Yeah, we've all been there. choosing a careers can be tricky, but hopefully this guide will help you cut through the confusion and take the first steps to finding a fulfilling career. 1: Self-Assessment: Understand Your Skills, Interests, and Values Before embarking on […]
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!
Discover a career in the
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.
Discover a career in the
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!