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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.
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Life Science Breakthroughs You Don’t See But Couldn’t Live Without
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You might not notice them. You might not even know they exist. But every single day, life science breakthroughs are working in the background - keeping you healthy, feeding the world, protecting the environment, and even helping solve crimes! Life sciences are full of invisible wins, discoveries that quietly make…
Stressed About GCSEs? 5 Tips to Boost Your Wellbeing and Stay Focused
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GCSEs can be tough. You’ve got revision, deadlines, and exams all coming at once, and it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. It's easy to think you have to push yourself non-stop to get the best grades, but the truth is, looking after your mindset is just as important as revising. When…
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…
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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Lonza Undergraduate Placements 2025
Lonza
Contract
Berkshire
Salary:
£23,809.50 per annum
A fantastic opportunity to join a preferred global pharmaceutical, biotech and nutrition partner on a…
Closing date:
2nd January 2025
Marketing Executive
Reed
Full Time
Aylesbury
Salary:
£35,000 per annum
Reed Marketing are supporting an SME specialist manufacturing business based in Aylesbury to recruit a…
Closing date:
2nd May 2025
Integrity Testing Technician - Flat Roofing Systems
Mitchell Maguire
Full Time
Northampton
Salary:
£35,000 per annum
Integrity Testing Technician - Flat Roofing Systems Job Title: Integrity Testing Technician - Flat Roofing…
Closing date:
28th March 2025
Water Hygiene Technician
SER (Staffing) Ltd
Full Time
Leeds
Salary:
£30,000 per annum
Position - Water Hygiene Technician Location – Leeds Salary/Package – 24,000 – 30,000k per annum (dependent on experience)…
Closing date:
26th November 2024
Digital Marketeer Degree Apprentice - Pfizer
Pfizer
Apprenticeship
Surrey
Salary:
£20,000 per annum
This is a great opportunity to work for one of the world's innovative pharmaceutical companies…
Closing date:
2nd March 2025
Technical Operator
SER (Staffing) Ltd
Full Time
West Midlands (Region)
Salary:
£32,000 per annum
Technical Operator Salary: £32,000 (incl. shift premium) | Location: UK | Shifts: 2 days/2 nights/4…
Closing date:
5th June 2025
Development Chemist
Reed
Full Time
Yorkshire and Humberside
Salary:
TBC
Job title: Development Chemist Industry: Chemicals and Coatings Location: West Yorkshire Salary: £26k - £30k p/annum Benefits: Standard pension, 22…
Closing date:
9th November 2024
Hygiene Operative - Days
Greencore
Full Time
Boston
Salary:
£24,726 per annum
Why Greencore? We're a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and our purpose…
Closing date:
1st April 2025
Compliance Assistant - Chemicals
Reed
Full Time
Exeter
Salary:
£26,160 per annum
Location: Exeter, UKShift Pattern: Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM & Friday, 8:00 AM -…
Closing date:
17th April 2025
Analytical Chemist
Brigg Scientific Recruitment Limited
Full Time
Merseyside
Salary:
£25,000 per annum
This Brigg Scientific client is an established pharmaceuticals manufacturer based in the north-west. They are…
Closing date:
29th January 2025
Shift Chemist
Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing
Full Time
Glossop
Salary:
£40,000 per annum
We are seeking a dedicated Shift Chemist for a permanent position within our Engineering &…
Closing date:
4th September 2024
Project Manager (CTRO) Degree Apprentice - Pfizer
Pfizer
Apprenticeship
Kent
Salary:
£20,000 per annum
This is a great opportunity to work for one of the world’s innovative pharmaceutical companies…
Closing date:
23rd February 2025
Sports Assistant WV Active
Adecco
Part Time
Wolverhampton
Salary:
£23,361 per annum
We are recruiting for Sports Assistants to work at WV active sites across Wolverhampton. Locations:…
Closing date:
19th November 2024
Chiller Service Technician
Appcast Enterprise
Full Time
Basildon
Salary:
TBC
What you will do Johnson Controls are looking for a Chiller Engineer to join our…
Closing date:
21st January 2025
Analytical and Strategic Operations (ASO) Placement Student
Bristol Myers Squibb
Placement
Moreton, Wirral
Salary:
£23,000 per annum
The placement will be in Analytical and Strategic Operations (ASO) team at Moreton. The student…
Closing date:
5th November 2024
Accounts Assistant
Michael Page Finance
Full Time
Godmanchester
Salary:
£32,000 per annum
We are seeking a meticulous and dedicated Accounts Assistant to join our Accounting & Finance…
Closing date:
17th February 2025
How to Audit and Clean Up Your Social Media Presence When Job Hunting
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How to Clean Up Your Social Media Presence: A Step-by-Step Guide In today’s digital age, your social media presence can significantly impact your professional opportunities and personal reputation. Employers and colleagues often look at social media profiles to gain insights into your character and professionalism. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to clean up your […]
Read more10 Exciting Careers in the Science Industry You Can Start Without a Degree
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Dreaming of making a difference in the science industries but don’t have a degree? No big deal! The science industry is full of rewarding and innovative careers that don’t require a university degree. Whether you love working with your hands, solving puzzles, or operating high-tech machines, there’s something for everyone. Here's a rundown of 10 […]
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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.
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!
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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.
Discover a career in the
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!