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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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Clinical Trial 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:
9th March 2025
Project Technician - 2 year FTC
Cpl Life Sciences
Full Time
Hatfield
Salary:
TBC
Cpl Life Sciences are looking for a Project Technician (initial 2 year FTC) to provide…
Closing date:
26th February 2026
Graduate in Life Science
Recruitment Solutions
Full Time
Tunbridge Wells
Salary:
£27,000 per annum
-Applicants MUST be based within 30 minute commute to Tunbridge Wells- Superb career opportunity in…
Closing date:
15th September 2025
Washing, Shipping & Laboratory Assistant
DG Partnership Ltd
Full Time
Reading
Salary:
£23,500 per annum
Washing, Shipping & Laboratory Assistant – £22,000 - £23,500 – Reading The Role Are you familiar…
Closing date:
8th October 2024
Maintenance Support Assistant
The Recruitment Link Ltd
Full Time
Leek
Salary:
£26,325 per annum
Our client is a very well-established and thriving organisation who have supplied chemical products to…
Closing date:
30th August 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
Finance Undergraduate Placement - ConocoPhilips
ConocoPhillips
County Durham
Salary:
TBC
Cogent Skills is working with ConocoPhillips to recruit a Finance Placement student to work at…
Closing date:
16th March 2025
Radio Communications Technician
Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC)
Full Time
Culham
Salary:
£39,929 per annum
Radio Communications Technician Salary up to £39,929 and a £2,000 South East allowance per annum,…
Closing date:
18th January 2025
Personnel Logistics Administrator
P & S Personnel
Full Time
Great Yarmouth
Salary:
TBC
P+S Personnel are pleased to be working on behalf of our clients, who are currently…
Closing date:
9th January 2026
Process Industry Manufacturing Technician Apprentice (Process Operator) - EET
Cogent Skills
Apprenticeship
Chesire
Salary:
£16,560 per annum
We are looking for motivated, safety‑focused individuals to join our team as Apprentice Operators. This…
Closing date:
10th April 2026
Warehouse and Lab Technician
Key Appointments
Full Time
Lowfields Business Park
Salary:
TBC
Warehouse and Lab Technician | EllandFull-Time | Monday-Friday We are looking on behalf of our…
Closing date:
22nd April 2026
Quality Practitioner Apprentice (PSOQ) - Pfizer
Pfizer
Apprenticeship
Kent
Salary:
£18,630 per annum
This is a great opportunity to work for one of the world’s innovative pharmaceutical companies.…
Closing date:
6th March 2026
Graduate Design Engineer Building Services
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Newark
Salary:
£36,000 per annum
Graduate Design Engineer (Building Services)£25,000 - £35,000 + Training + Progression + Hybrid Working +…
Closing date:
3rd December 2024
Industrial Placement Intern (Synthetic Chemistry) - Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc
Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Full Time
Kent
Salary:
TBC
The Discovery and Medicinal Chemistry department at Jazz Pharmaceuticals are looking for a highly motivated…
Closing date:
30th January 2025
Scientist Degree Apprenticeship- UCB
UCB
Apprenticeship
Berkshire
Salary:
£19,300 per annum
We are seeking a motivated candidate driven by intellectual curiosity to join the Musculoskeletal Team…
Closing date:
26th June 2025
TR19 Operative - Duct Extract Cleaning
Advanced Resource Managers Limited
Full Time
Petersfield
Salary:
£270,000 per annum
Duct Cleanier Petersfield Up to £27,000 (4 day week) Our client is currently looking to…
Closing date:
12th November 2025
Effective Job Search Techniques for Recent Graduates
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Navigating the job market as a recent graduate can be both exciting and challenging. With a wealth of opportunities and the pressure to start your career, it’s crucial to employ effective job search techniques to stand out from the competition and secure the right position. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help recent graduates optimise their […]
Read moreExploring Careers in Biology: Kimberley’s Work in Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance
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Biology isn’t just about understanding life, it’s about protecting it. One of the biggest global challenges scientists are working on right now is antimicrobial resistance (AMR), where bacteria stop responding to the medicines designed to kill them. It’s a huge threat to healthcare around the world, and biology careers are key to solving it. As […]
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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!