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Production Planner

PRODUCTION PLANNERWe are recruiting for a Production Planner to work for our client who are in Bradford, West Yorkshire.THE DUTIES OF A PRODUCTION PLANNER:Production Scheduling: Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demand and ensure on-time delivery.Supply Chain Management: Adjust schedules in response to disruptions and manage order priorities based on production capacity.Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels to ensure...

Bradford

Senior Clinical Pharmacist

Senior Clinical PharmacistThe Thornbury Hospital37.5 & PermanentSalary: Up to £55,000.00 per yearThe Thornbury Hospital in Sheffield is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.Circle Health Group is proud to be recognised as one of the...

Ecclesall

Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Project Engineer - Water IndustryA specialist MEICA contractor working on supporting large projects within the water and water treatment industry is looking for Mechanical Project Engineers for Southern Water projects around the Guildford area.If you have experience delivering projects from design through to commissioning within water, or a similar chemical/process engineering industry, then this could be the perfect role...

Guildford

Senior Structural Enigneer

Senior Structural EngineerWest Midlands / up to 4 days remoteAbout the RoleYou’ll be working as part of an enthusiastic and committed team of Engineers and Technicians to deliver high quality output on projects. Client care and repeat business is crucial to success, so you’ll need to be able to develop and nurture relationships with our clients (both internal and external)....

Warwick

Field Service Engineer, Medical Systems

Field Service Engineer, Medical SystemsOverall Earnings of £60,000 Including OvertimeOvertime Paid Door-to-Door After 8 Hours Per DayBasic Salary £40,000 to £46,000Company Car / VanOvertimeCommissionPension25 Days Holiday Plus 8 Public HolidaysTablet and smartphoneFuel CardLife AssurancePrivate Medical Insurance*** This is home-based field service role that will involve working ten hour days on a 4 day on, 4 day off rotation ***The Role...

Croydon

Field Service Engineer, Medical Systems

Field Service Engineer, Medical SystemsOverall Earnings of £60,000 Including OvertimeOvertime Paid Door-to-Door After 8 Hours Per DayBasic Salary £40,000 to £46,000Company Car / VanOvertimeCommissionPension25 Days Holiday Plus 8 Public HolidaysTablet and smartphoneFuel CardLife AssurancePrivate Medical Insurance*** This is home-based field service role that will involve working ten hour days on a 4 day on, 4 day off rotation ***The Role...

Watford
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Contract vs Permanent Biotech Jobs: Which Pays Better in 2025?

In the ever-advancing world of life sciences, biotechnology has emerged as one of the fastest-growing and most impactful sectors in the UK. From gene editing and regenerative medicine to synthetic biology and vaccine development, British biotech organisations are at the forefront of scientific innovation. With this growth comes a high demand for skilled professionals—scientists, data analysts, regulatory affairs specialists, bioprocess engineers, and more—who can help bring cutting-edge treatments and products to market. However, as the biotechnology landscape in the UK continues to expand, so too do the ways in which professionals choose to work. Beyond traditional permanent employment, many biotech specialists are exploring the world of contracting, which can take the form of day‑rate consulting or fixed-term contracts (FTC). Each path promises unique advantages and disadvantages, from pay rates and benefits packages to career development and job security. This article offers a comprehensive guide on contract vs. permanent biotech jobs in 2025. We will explore how the UK biotech sector is shaping up, break down the different types of employment arrangements, and present sample take‑home pay scenarios for each. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge needed to make an informed decision that aligns with both your financial aspirations and long-term career goals within the vibrant and evolving biotech industry.

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Biotech Jobs for Non‑Technical Professionals: Where Do You Fit In?

Your Place in Britain’s Biotech Boom When most people picture biotechnology careers they imagine pipettes, petri dishes and white‑coated scientists in Cambridge or Oxford. Yet for every bench scientist there is an ecosystem of professionals who never set foot in the lab but are crucial to getting a therapy, diagnostic or food‑tech breakthrough to market. The UK BioIndustry Association (BIA) reports that non‑scientific vacancies now make up more than one‑third of all biotech job ads, and demand is accelerating. According to Vacancysoft’s Life Sciences Labour Market Trends (November 2024), biotech job postings in the Golden Triangle jumped 26 % year‑on‑year, with hotspots also emerging in Birmingham and Glasgow. Finance is following suit: the sector attracted £3.5 billion in investment during 2024, a 94 % rebound from 2023 levels. More capital means more hires in project management, regulatory affairs, and commercial operations. In short, biotech is not just for PhDs, and you don’t need to master CRISPR to make an impact. This guide explains the high‑growth, non‑technical roles; the transferable skills you already possess; real‑life transition stories; and a step‑by‑step plan to pivot into the UK’s most exciting industry.

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Johnson & Johnson Biotech Jobs in 2025: Your Complete UK Guide to Joining the World’s Largest Healthcare Innovator

From the first mass‑produced sterile surgical dressings in the 1880s to first‑in‑class CAR‑T cell therapies in the 2020s, Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has continuously re‑invented healthcare. Following the 2024 spin‑off of its consumer division (Kenvue) and the rebrand of Janssen to Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, the company now focuses squarely on pharmaceutical innovation, med‑tech and vision care. With revenues exceeding US $90 bn and a pipeline spanning oncology, immunology, vaccines and digital surgery, J&J remains a magnet for biotech talent. A quick scan of the Johnson & Johnson careers portal shows over 2,000 open roles in EMEA, with nearly 300 in the UK, across R&D, manufacturing, clinical affairs and data science. This guide explains how to land a Johnson & Johnson biotech job in 2025—from graduate scientist to principal data engineer.

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