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Science and engineering are at the forefront of progress and advancement in today's society. From developing life-saving medical treatments to creating sustainable energy solutions, the possibilities are endless. With a career in these fields, you have the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and cutting-edge technology that will shape the way we live.
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Makes materials for everyday products like plastics and detergents
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Creates medicines and technologies, saving lives and improving health
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Transport Administrator
Office Angels
Full Time
Slough
Salary:
£27,300 per annum
Job Opportunity: Transport Administrator ?? Are you ready to kickstart your career in the fast-paced…
Closing date:
17th September 2025
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
Waste Yard Operative - Days
Greencore
Full Time
Northampton
Salary:
£27,456 per annum
Shift Pattern: Sun to Thur or Wed to Sun from 06:00 - 14:30 Pay Rate:…
Closing date:
26th February 2026
Project Administrator
Russell Taylor
Full Time
Wolverhampton
Salary:
£30,000 per annum
*Must be able to gain SC Clearance* Do you have Document Controller/Project Administration experience? Would…
Closing date:
25th February 2025
Analytical Chemist
Reed
Full Time
Lincolnshire
Salary:
TBC
Analytical Chemist Annual Salary: Competitive – Experience depending Location: South Lincolnshire Job Type: Permanent We…
Closing date:
28th March 2025
Development Chemist
Reed
Full Time
Suffolk
Salary:
£40,000 per annum
Development Chemist Location: West Suffolk Job Type: full-time, permanent We are seeking an experienced Development…
Closing date:
17th October 2024
Production Operatives - Finishing Department
Acorn by Synergie
Full Time
Sowton Industrial Estate
Salary:
£40,000 per annum
Production Operatives - Finishing Department (Manufacturing / Engineering) Exeter | £15.17 per hour, plus OT|…
Closing date:
5th June 2025
Chemical/ Gas Technician
MRD Recruitment
Full Time
Greenock
Salary:
£40,000 per annum
MRD Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting a TGCM Technician, based in Greenock on behalf…
Closing date:
1st November 2024
Graduate Market Research Analyst
Charles Moore Associates Ltd
Full Time
London
Salary:
£30,000 per annum
Entry-level Role: Graduate Market Research Analyst �? Company: A leading market research agency in the…
Closing date:
23rd January 2025
Mechanical Technician
Thames Water
Full Time
Camberley
Salary:
TBC
We have a great opportunity for a career-minded individual to join our Camberley team as…
Closing date:
3rd October 2024
FAIRS Technician
Owen Daniels
Full Time
Derby
Salary:
TBC
Do you have experience reviewing FAIRS and working in a highly regulated industry? If so,…
Closing date:
4th February 2025
Laboratory Scientist Level 6 Apprenticeship - UCB
UCB
Apprenticeship
Berkshire
Salary:
£19,300 per annum
We are seeking a highly motivated student to join our Research department. This is an…
Closing date:
27th February 2025
Production Operative
ProTech Recruitment Ltd
Full Time
Hemel Hempstead
Salary:
£30,000 per annum
Production OperativeHemel HempsteadFull-Time Salary: up to £30,000 DOE About the Role As a Production Operative,…
Closing date:
6th January 2026
Part-Time Quality Administrator Testing / Fabric
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Part Time
Brighouse
Salary:
£27,000 per annum
Part-Time Quality Administrator (Testing / Fabric) £25,000 - £27,000 Pro-Rata + 3 Days a Week…
Closing date:
30th April 2025
SEN Teaching Assistant
Potter Johnson Recruitment Ltd
Full Time
Ilford
Salary:
£28,929 per annum
Teaching Assistant / SEN Support (Full time / Term-time) 32.5 hours per week, 44.8 weeks…
Closing date:
26th December 2025
Graduate Building Physics Engineer
Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Full Time
Manchester
Salary:
£30,000 per annum
Graduate Building Physics Engineer# Ref:BM473 This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the…
Closing date:
8th January 2025
How to Network When You’re Just Starting Out
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The word networking sounds a bit... formal. Maybe even a little cringe. Like something businessy people do over dry sandwiches and awkward small talk. But networking isn’t about wearing a suit or having loads of experience. It’s just about talking to people, building relationships that can help you grow, learn, and find opportunities. At its […]
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Biology shapes more of the world than most people realise. It’s behind the medicines that save lives, the food we eat, the way we protect the environment, and the science that helps solve global problems. And the jobs you can do with biology are just as varied. As part of National Biology Week, we’re looking […]
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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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Nuclear Sector
The science industries may be diverse, but they’re united by a passion for making a real difference to the environment and improving our future.
Working at the forefront of innovation, you could help advance our global community – from improving renewable energy like wave and solar power to working on electric vehicles.
What is it like to work in the Nuclear Sector?
There is a huge amount of work to be done by businesses to transition to net-zero and meet challenging targets, so a highly skilled workforce is vital for industrial decarbonisation.