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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.
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 Questions to Ask Yourself If You're Unsure About Your Career Path
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Figuring out what you want to do with your life is a pretty big deal, and let’s be honest, it can feel overwhelming. With so many options out there, how do you even start narrowing it down? If you’re interested in science but aren’t sure what path to take, don’t…
5 Tips to Make the Most of National Apprenticeship Week 2025
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National Apprenticeship Week 2025 is here, and it’s your chance to leap one step closer to your dream career. Whether you’re already looking into apprenticeships or just starting to explore your options, this is the week to take action and seize the incredible opportunities out there. Here’s how to make…
National Apprenticeship Week 2025: Everything you need to know
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Mark your calendars! National Apprenticeship Week 2025 is approaching, running from February 10th to 16th, and it's set to be an inspiring celebration of apprenticeship opportunities. This week is your chance to explore the remarkable benefits of apprenticeships and how they can launch your career. Why National Apprenticeship Week Matters …
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
Low carbon
Reducing pollution and emissions to help the environment
Medicines
Medicines manufacturing is responsible for a £16.4 billion contribution to the UK economy
Medicines
Medicines manufacturing is responsible for a £16.4 billion contribution to the UK economy.
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Graduate Chemical Engineer
Rise Technical Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Stirling
Salary:
£45,000 per annum
Graduate Chemical Engineer£35,000 - £45,000 + Career Progression + Specialist Training + 34 Days Holiday…
Closing date:
1st January 2025
Process Operator
A Select UK limited
Full Time
Alton
Salary:
£40,000 per annum
A fantastic career opportunity with full training has arisen for a Trainee Process Operator /…
Closing date:
20th January 2025
Marketing Executive & PA
Taylor Hawkes Ltd
Full Time
Manchester
Salary:
£35,000 per annum
Our client is a leading independent distribution company based in Manchester. They are currently looking…
Closing date:
29th October 2024
Graduate Chemist
Rise Technical Recruitment Limited
Full Time
West Bromwich
Salary:
£25,000 per annum
Graduate Chemist West Bromwich £25,000 + Training + Long-Term Career Development + Long-Standing Successful Business…
Closing date:
1st April 2025
Process Safety Technologist
EET Fuels
Full Time
Cheshire, GB, CH65 4HB
Salary:
TBC
**The Role We currently have an opportunity for a Process Safety Technologist. Stanlow Refinery and…
Closing date:
8th April 2025
Graduate Scheme - Executive Search and Recruitment
WALKER COLE INTERNATIONAL LTD
Full Time
City of London
Salary:
£27,000 per annum
About the job Walker Cole International is a pharmaceutical and life sciences executive search company…
Closing date:
2nd May 2025
Graduate Recruitment Consultant
This is Prime Limited
Full Time
Manchester
Salary:
£25,000 per annum
Role: Trainee Recruitment Consultant Salary: £25,000-£26,000 with a Year One OTE of £30,000-£35,000 Sector: Engineering,…
Closing date:
14th December 2024
Quality Practitioner (PSOQ) Level 4 Apprentice - Pfizer
Pfizer
Apprenticeship
Kent
Salary:
£18,000 per annum
This is a great opportunity to work for one of the world's innovative pharmaceutical companies…
Closing date:
9th March 2025
Trainee Plastics Fabricator
Monmouth Scientific LTD
Full Time
Bridgwater
Salary:
£25,000 per annum
Job Title: Trainee Plastics Fabricator Location: Bridgwater Salary: £25,000 per annum starting salary DOE, paid monthly in arrears…
Closing date:
28th October 2024
External Housekeeper/Waste Operative
OCS Group
Part Time
Sunderland
Salary:
£22,600.50 per annum
About The RoleYour main aim will be to carry out a range of exterior cleaning…
Closing date:
14th October 2024
Manufacturing Technician Level 1 - Leeds 9
Tony Pugal Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Knowsthorpe
Salary:
£29,601 per annum
Job Title: Machine Operator / Chemical Process Worker L Location: Cross Green Industrial Estate, LEEDS…
Closing date:
18th February 2025
Statistics Placement Student - UCB
UCB Celltech
Placement
Slough
Salary:
£25,000 per annum
Statisticians have a critical role to play in support of medical research and drug development.…
Closing date:
27th October 2024
Mixing Operative
Travail Employment Group Corby
Full Time
Corby
Salary:
£24,375 per annum
Mixing Operative £12.50PH. Corby, Monday to Friday 8.30am -5.00pm[1 hour lunch break] Permanent, Immediate Start.…
Closing date:
10th March 2025
Agri AD Operator
Biogen
Full Time
Dalcross
Salary:
£30,000 per annum
Agri AD Operator You will join us as an Agri Anaerobic Digestion (AD) Operator who…
Closing date:
28th April 2025
Laboratory Technician
Reed
Full Time
Little Chesterford
Salary:
TBC
Laboratory Technician Cambridge Full time & permanent Excellent salary and benefits Reed Scientific are partnering…
Closing date:
18th January 2025
Process Operator
MET Recruitment UK Ltd
Full Time
Telford
Salary:
£41,220 per annum
Process OperatorTelfordFull-Time Permanent£31,606 - £41,220 An opportunity has arisen for a process operator to join…
Closing date:
21st November 2024
Leveraging Social Media
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Starting your career can be both exhilarating and challenging. For recent graduates and those entering the job market, social media is a valuable tool for finding job opportunities and building a professional network. Beyond simply searching for job postings, social media offers ways to network, showcase your skills, and gain insights into your chosen industry. […]
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Securing your first job can be challenging, especially in today’s competitive job market. One of the best ways to distinguish yourself from other candidates is by engaging in training programs. Training can enhance your skills, strengthen your CV, and boost your confidence, making you a more appealing candidate. This article delves into the significance of […]
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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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Low Carbon 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 Low Carbon 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.
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!