Not Just
Lab Coats
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.
Learn moreunlocking endless career possibilities
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.
Not sure where to start? Take our completely unscientific quiz, or search our career hub to explore a range of job roles
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
Est. Reading: 2 minutes
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?
Est. Reading: 2 minutes
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
Est. Reading: 2 minutes
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
Take your next step
Ready to dive into the awe-inspiring realm of science? Explore all the current roles awaiting your discovery!
View all vacancies
Alloy Wheel Technician
AMOR HIRE RECRUITMENT
Full Time
Enfield
Salary:
£42,000 per annum
About the Role: We’re seeking an experienced Alloy Wheel Technician to join a busy, professional…
Closing date:
28th November 2025
Synthetic Chemist
LiCa Scientific Ltd
Full Time
Heysham
Salary:
TBC
Synthetic Chemist Temporary Contract (possibility of permanent) Heysham We are working with a global fine…
Closing date:
24th October 2025
Production Chemist
SRG
Full Time
Glasgow
Salary:
£24,570 per annum
SRG are delighted to be working with one of Scotland's most innovative scientific start-ups to…
Closing date:
24th February 2026
Laboratory Technician
Matchtech
Full Time
Leeds
Salary:
£25,350 per annum
Our client, a prominent player in the life sciences and manufacturing sector, is currently seeking…
Closing date:
7th November 2024
Operations Assistant-Dispatch
Adecco
Full Time
Morecambe
Salary:
£24,667.50 per annum
Join Our Client's Team as an Operations Assistant! Are you ready to elevate your career…
Closing date:
16th December 2025
P/T Accounts Assistant
Pertemps Warrington
Full Time
Widnes
Salary:
£30,400.50 per annum
Title: Part time Accounts AssistantLocation: Widnes (WA8 7QF)Salary: £15.59 per hourShifts: Monday- Friday (4 hours…
Closing date:
30th September 2025
Cleaning Operative
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Part Time
Falfield
Salary:
£23,517 per annum
Your new role In your new role as a cleaning operative, you will be carrying…
Closing date:
2nd December 2024
Process Operator
Reed
Full Time
Great Harwood
Salary:
£31,278 per annum
Join Our Client's Team as a Process Operator! Are you committed to making a difference…
Closing date:
5th August 2025
Trainee/Graduate Recruitment Consultant
SW6 Associates Ltd
Full Time
London
Salary:
£100,000 per annum
Exciting Entry-Level Role: Executive Search Recruitment Consultant Location: London Have you recently graduated from university…
Closing date:
16th September 2025
Instrumentation Technician
Hunter Selection Limited
Full Time
Chawton
Salary:
TBC
Instrumentation Technician £35k-£50k Overtime, bonus scheme, enhanced pension, life assurance, 25 days + BH Exciting…
Closing date:
27th February 2025
Chemistry laboratory scientist degree apprenticeship - Immunocore
Immunocore
Full Time
Oxfordshire
Salary:
£22,000 per annum
Immunocore are looking to recruit a laboratory scientist apprentice. You will help to perform fundamental…
Closing date:
26th March 2026
Environment Health & Safety Technician
Adecco
Full Time
Barry
Salary:
£41,437.50 per annum
Are you passionate about environmental health and safety? Do you thrive in a manufacturing environment?…
Closing date:
2nd December 2024
Vacuum Processing Technician Apprentice - STFC
STFC
Apprenticeship
Warrington
Salary:
£18,900 per annum
The Vacuum Solutions Group at the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) at Daresbury, Warrington,…
Closing date:
16th February 2025
Production Operator
Acorn by Synergie
Full Time
Ilfracombe
Salary:
TBC
Job Role: Production Operatives - Rotating shift pattern Location: Ilfracombe, North Devon Pay Rate: £15.24…
Closing date:
14th July 2025
Part-Time Accounts Assistant
Robert Half
Full Time
Cardiff
Salary:
£33,000 per annum
Robert Half is proud to be partnering with Maelgwyn Mining Services to recruit a newly…
Closing date:
2nd July 2025
Assistant Ecologist
Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Full Time
Birmingham
Salary:
£29,000 per annum
A well-established, award-winning landscape and environmental practice is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Ecologist to join…
Closing date:
9th January 2026
Effective Job Search Techniques for Recent Graduates
Est. Reading Time: 3 mins
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 moreRaising future innovators: how parents can cultivate a passion for STEM
Est. Reading Time: 3 mins
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? […]
Read more
See more tips and advice for career success
Take me there
Employers!
Are you ready to partner up and work together to fill your vacancies and drive essential talent to your industry?
Get involvedI am an
Educator
Hurrah! We love educators. Come on in and find out how we can support you in shaping the extraordinary minds of tomorrow.
I am an
Employers
Great! Let’s partner up and work together to fill your vacancies and drive essential talent to your industry.
Our Partners & Collaborators
Thanks to our awesome partners for making Not Just Lab Coats… well, awesome!
Discover a career in the
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!
Discover a career in the
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!