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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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Environmental Practitioner apprentice - Pfizer
Pfizer
Apprenticeship
Kent
Salary:
£20,500 per annum
As an Environment Apprentice, you will focus your efforts in promoting our internal environmental programmes…
Closing date:
16th February 2026
Integrity Testing Technician - Flat Roofing Systems
Mitchell Maguire
Full Time
Northampton
Salary:
£35,000 per annum
Integrity Testing Technician - Flat Roofing Systems Job Title: Integrity Testing Technician - Flat Roofing…
Closing date:
28th March 2025
Electrical Engineer Plant & Building Services
AWE PLC
Full Time
Reading
Salary:
£52,000 per annum
Working within our Facility Engineering team, we are looking to appoint an experienced Electrical Engineer…
Closing date:
5th September 2024
Mobile Water Technician - Level 3 56686
Novax Recruitment
Full Time
London
Salary:
£34,114 per annum
Job Title: Mobile Water Technician Location: North London Salary / Pay Rate: £28,783 - £…
Closing date:
30th August 2024
Analytical Chemist
Brigg Scientific Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Merseyside
Salary:
£25,000 per annum
This Brigg Scientific client is an established pharmaceuticals manufacturer based in the north-west. They are…
Closing date:
29th January 2025
Manufacturing Technician
MTrec Recruitment
Full Time
Wolverhampton
Salary:
£25,537 per annum
The rewards and benefits on offer: Annual Bonus A Permanent role from day 1! Generous…
Closing date:
9th September 2025
Trainee Sales Engineer
DG Partnership Ltd
Full Time
Tonbridge
Salary:
£28,000 per annum
Trainee Sales Engineer – £28,000 – Tonbridge, Kent The Role Do you enjoy building strong…
Closing date:
6th May 2025
Food Production Operative
Elevation Recruitment Group
Full Time
Rotherham
Salary:
£25,740 per annum
Elevation Recruitment are currently recruiting a number of Food Production Hygiene Operatives to join a…
Closing date:
22nd November 2024
People Administrator
Willmott Dixon
Full Time
Letchworth Garden City
Salary:
TBC
People Administrator Willmott Dixon are looking to recruit an experienced People Administrator (HR Administrator) to…
Closing date:
24th April 2025
Vacuum Laboratory Technician Apprentice - STFC
STFC
Apprenticeship
Chesire
Salary:
TBC
Are you passionate about discovery and ready to take your first step into the world…
Closing date:
2nd February 2026
Marketing Manager (Vaccines) Degree Apprentice - Pfizer
Pfizer
Apprenticeship
Surrey
Salary:
£20,000 per annum
This is a great opportunity to work for one of the world's innovative pharmaceutical companies…
Closing date:
2nd March 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
Field Inspector (Level 3) Apprenticeship - Vanden Recycling
Vanden Recycling
Apprenticeship
Cambridgeshire
Salary:
£16,194.75 per annum
This apprenticeship role is ideal for someone eager to learn about plastic recycling, quality control,…
Closing date:
4th April 2025
Process Manufacturing Apprenticeship - Nufarm
Cogent Skills
Apprenticeship
West Yorkshire
Salary:
£16,000 per annum
As a Process Manufacturing Apprentice at our Wyke manufacturing site in Yorkshire, you will gain…
Closing date:
31st March 2026
Process Manufacturing Apprenticeship - Nufarm
Cogent Skills
Apprenticeship
West Yorkshire
Salary:
£16,000 per annum
As a Process Manufacturing Apprentice at our Wyke manufacturing site in Yorkshire, you will gain…
Closing date:
19th March 2026
Production Chemist
Smart4Chemicals
Full Time
Northamptonshire
Salary:
£27,000 per annum
Do you have a chemistry degree you are looking to put to use in industry?…
Closing date:
15th April 2025
How to Ace a Video Interview: Practical Tips
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In the modern job market, video interviews have become a staple in the hiring process. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, mastering the art of the video interview is crucial. This guide provides practical tips to help you ace your next video interview and make a lasting impression. 1. Prepare Your Technology […]
Read moreWhat Does Working in Sustainability Look Like?
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When you hear the word sustainability, what comes to mind? Maybe recycling bins, electric cars or reusable water bottles. In the science industries, sustainability goes beyond that. It’s about building a future where innovation and responsibility work side by side. Sustainability means meeting today’s needs without harming tomorrow’s opportunities. In the science industries, that involves […]
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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!
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!