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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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Manufacturing Operator II
Randstad Delivery (GBS)
Full Time
Perth
Salary:
£23,400 per annum
Start/End Dates: 28/01/2026 - 27/07/2026Tax Work Location: Perth Job Title: Production and Industrial - Manufacturing…
Closing date:
17th February 2026
Junior Materials Technician Engineering
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Honiton
Salary:
£28,000 per annum
Junior Materials Technician (Engineering) £26,000 - £28,000 + Bonus + 31 Days Holiday + Flexible…
Closing date:
27th October 2025
Training Coordinator - Learning and Development Assistant
Circle Recruitment
Full Time
Cumbria
Salary:
£47,658 per annum
Role: Training Coordinator Salary/Rate: £ 24 per hr (inside IR35) Location: Hybrid CumbriaContract Duration: 6…
Closing date:
10th January 2025
Production Operative
Adecco
Full Time
Barry
Salary:
£34,910 per annum
Join Our Team as a Production Operative in Barry! Are you ready to step into…
Closing date:
3rd April 2026
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
Production Operative (Nights)
Pertemps Gloucester
Full Time
Tewkesbury
Salary:
£33,051 per annum
Production Operatives (Nights) required in Tewkesbury, working within a factory environment. Monday to Friday permanent night shift…
Closing date:
3rd July 2026
Process Operator
SEDAMYL UK LIMITED
Full Time
Selby
Salary:
TBC
Role Purpose We are seeking several Process Operators to join our rapidly expanding processing plant,…
Closing date:
29th June 2026
Laboratory Technician
Berry Recruitment
Full Time
Old Wolverton
Salary:
£28,002 per annum
Berry Recruitment are currently looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our client's team in…
Closing date:
26th June 2025
Advanced Engineering Apprentice - Asymchem Ltd
Asymchem Ltd
Apprenticeship
Kent
Salary:
£18,000 per annum
Considered doing something out of the ordinary? Take the plunge into an exhilarating world that…
Closing date:
27th June 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:
19th March 2026
Science Technician
Prospero Teaching
Full Time
South West England
Salary:
£32,448 per annum
Senior Science Technician - Secondary School Location: Taunton, SomersetStart Date: 3rd September 2026Contract Type: Temp…
Closing date:
17th July 2026
Project Finance Administrator
Westcountry Rivers Trust
Part Time
Stoke Climsland
Salary:
£19,200 per annum
Project Finance Administrator Hours: 30 hours per week Location: Westcountry Rivers Trust’s office is in…
Closing date:
2nd November 2025
Cleanroom Operative
Adecco
Full Time
Chelmsford
Salary:
TBC
Processing Operator - Cleanroom Manufacturing Location: Chelmsford, EssexEmployment Type: Full-time, PermanentShift Patterns: Alternating shift pattern…
Closing date:
5th December 2025
Chemical Production Operative / Counterbalance FLT Driver
The Recruitment Co
Full Time
Manchester
Salary:
£24,270 per annum
The Recruitment Co are recruitng for a Permanent Chemical Production Operative / Counterbalance FLT Driver.…
Closing date:
13th November 2024
Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship - The Millboard Company Limited
Cogent Skills
Apprenticeship
Warwickshire
Salary:
£18,000 per annum
Support Millboard’s laboratory with testing raw materials and products, helping ensure quality, compliance and supporting…
Closing date:
20th March 2026
Purification Technician
SRG
Full Time
Glasgow
Salary:
£24,570 per annum
SRG are delighted to once again be partnered with one of Scotland's leading science start-ups…
Closing date:
11th March 2026
5 Creative Careers you didn’t expect to see in the Science Industries
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When you think about careers in science, you might picture lab coats and test tubes but there’s a whole world of unexpected and creative careers waiting to be explored. Science isn’t just about formulas and research; it’s about innovation, problem-solving, and shaping the future in ways you might not have imagined. Here are five creative […]
Read moreHow to Make the Most of Your Internship
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An internship is more than just a temporary job; it’s an invaluable opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop professional skills, and build a network that can support your career long after the internship ends. Here are several strategies to help you maximise your internship experience. 1. Set Clear Goals Before starting your internship, define what […]
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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!