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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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Process Bay Operator Chemical Milling
Verus Recruitment Partners
Full Time
Holbrook Industrial Estate
Salary:
£34,810 per annum
Job Title: Process Bay TechnicianSector: Aerospace Manufacturing & EngineeringSalary: …
Closing date:
24th September 2024
Patient Access & Value Intern - Jazz Pharmaceuticals Plc
Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Internship
Salary:
£27,000 per annum
Jazz Pharmaceuticals is looking for an intern to work within the Patient Access & Value…
Closing date:
11th April 2025
Facilities Helpdesk Apprentice - Immunocore
Immunocore
Apprenticeship
Oxfordshire
Salary:
£22,000 per annum
Immunocore are looking to recruit a Facilities Helpdesk apprentice who will support the Facilities Management…
Closing date:
11th May 2026
Production Operative (Powder Coating)
HR GO Recruitment
Full Time
Chatham
Salary:
£25,584 per annum
We are currently recruiting for a Production Operative to join a busy and growing manufacturing…
Closing date:
18th August 2026
Product Testing Operative
Pertemps Northampton
Full Time
Warkton
Salary:
£26,000 per annum
Role: Product Testing OperativeLocation: KetteringSalary: £26,000Hours: 37.5 hours per week About the DepartmentThe Safety Product Testing…
Closing date:
12th June 2026
Maths/Science Graduate
Tradewind Recruitment
Full Time
Harrow
Salary:
£28,600 per annum
KS4 Maths/Science Learning Support Assistant - HarrowAre you passionate about Maths or Science and eager…
Closing date:
19th January 2026
Industrial Operative / Painter
Acorn by Synergie
Full Time
Cwmgors
Salary:
£31,200 per annum
Industrial Operative/ Painter40 hours+ per week Monday to Friday Transport can be provided from Ammanford…
Closing date:
27th November 2024
Process Technician (shift) Apprenticeship - Pharmaron
Pharmaron
Apprenticeship
Northumberland
Salary:
TBC
Pharmaron is currently looking to recruit a new Apprentice Shift Process Technicians. As part of…
Closing date:
30th January 2026
Level 3 Apprentice Project Controller (PMO)
Reed Talent Solutions
Full Time
Warrington
Salary:
£20,000 per annum
Who are United Utilities? United Utilities is accountable for water and wastewater services in the…
Closing date:
23rd February 2026
Warehouse Assistant
Adecco
Full Time
South East England
Salary:
TBC
Warehouse Assistant Salary: £25,500 per annum and you also get bonus, pension, life assurance Location:…
Closing date:
18th June 2026
Graduate associate scientist - UCB
UCB
Full Time
Berkshire
Salary:
TBC
UCB are currently looking for highly motivated scientists to join the CMC Development Sciences department…
Closing date:
11th June 2026
Statistical programming placement - UCB
UCB
Full Time
Berkshire
Salary:
£25,000 per annum
From a day-to-day perspective: Your typical working day will involve developing tools in R to…
Closing date:
14th November 2025
Assembly Technician - Lighting / Metal
Bennett & Game Recruitment
Full Time
Mitcham
Salary:
£26,000 per annum
We are seeking a Patination & Finishing Technician to join our well-regarded manufacturing business, specialising…
Closing date:
15th September 2025
Clinical Trial Start-Up and Feasibility Intern - Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Jazz Pharmaceuticals
Internship
Cambridgeshire
Salary:
£24,000 per annum
This 12-months placement provides hands-on experience supporting clinical trial start-up, feasibility assessment, site identification, and…
Closing date:
10th February 2026
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
Laboratory Scientist Apprenticeship - UCB
UCB
Apprenticeship
Berkshire
Salary:
£19,300 per annum
We are currently looking for highly motivated young scientists to join the Antibody Discovery and…
Closing date:
15th May 2025
Why STEM is a great career choice for your daughter
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A government study in 2023 found that women make up just a third of the science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) workforce in the UK. This figure is still staggeringly low despite more girls starting STEM A Levels than ever. Gender stereotypes, fewer role models, and limited access to early career information from primary school age […]
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!