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Biomedical Engineer
A rapidly growing medical technology company is seeking a Biomedical Engineer to support the design and manufacture of cutting-edge patient-specific devices, including anatomical models, surgical guides and implants. Working closely with surgeons and clinical teams, this role offers the chance to directly impact patient outcomes while developing a career in an innovative, fast-expanding environment. This role requires full right to...
Roc Search Europe Limited
Manchester
Biomedical Engineer
Biomedical Engineer - Peterborough Permanent Position | On-site About the Role Are you passionate about making a real difference in healthcare? Join a dedicated team where your expertise in medical devices will directly impact patient care and hospital operations. As a Biomedical Engineer, you'll be the go-to expert for on-site repairs, preventative maintenance, and asset management of vital medical equipment....
TXP
Peterborough
Biomedical Engineer - Peterborough
Biomedical Engineer - Peterborough Permanent | Mon-Fri 8:30am - 5pm Salary: £30-40k DOE We're looking for a practical and motivated Biomedical Engineer to join a busy hospital site. You'll provide day-to-day medical device repairs, preventative maintenance, and asset management, helping ensure patient care runs smoothly. Training will be provided to those who do not have exposure to medical equipment, but...
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Peterborough
Biomedical Scientists
We’re currently supporting Sussex pathology services to secure x5 Biomedical Scientists (Band 6–7) across Blood Sciences — with work available at RSCH, PRH, Worthing, or SRH, depending on your experience. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours/week) running from 29th September 2025 to 29th September 2026, with a starting rota of Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm. Once trained, you’ll move into...
Tripod Nursing
Brighton
Biomedical Scientist Team Manager- Haematology
Job Title: Biomedical Scientist Team Manager- Haematology Location: Taunton Salary: £47,810 - £54,710 per annum Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Southwest Pathology Services (SPS) in Somerset has an exciting opportunity for a band 7 Team Manager who wants to lead the Haematology section in the hospital essential service laboratories (ESLs). We are seeking for an individual who is dedicated to...
Synlab
Taunton
Biomedical Engineer
Bio-medical Engineer Contractor Location: Hammersmith Hospital Duration: 12 months Rate: Negotiable Inside IR35 Purpose of the Role To provide on-site support for the maintenance, repair, and management of medical devices. The role ensures equipment reliability, compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and contributes to high levels of customer satisfaction through effective communication and service delivery. Key Responsibilities Perform preventive and...
Summary: UK biotechnology hiring has shifted from title-led CV screens to capability-driven assessments that emphasise validated lab results, documentation, GxP/QA/RA awareness, data literacy, digital biology tools & measurable impact from bench to bedside. This guide explains what’s changed, what to expect in interviews & how to prepare—especially for wet-lab scientists, bioprocess/CMC engineers, QC/QA specialists, RA/clinical professionals, bioinformatics/data scientists & platform engineers.
Who this is for: Biologists, biochemists, biotechnologists, cell & gene therapy scientists, upstream/downstream processing engineers, QA/QC analysts, validation engineers, regulatory affairs specialists, clinical trial professionals, bioinformaticians, data scientists & biotech product/operations managers targeting roles in the UK.
Biotechnology once meant pipettes, lab benches & research reports. But in today’s UK job market, biotech careers are no longer confined to wet labs or sequencing centres. As the sector expands into gene therapies, synthetic biology, personalised medicine, agricultural biotech, and bioinformatics, professionals are expected to integrate not just biology & chemistry, but also law, ethics, psychology, linguistics & design.
This change reflects a broader truth: biotechnology doesn’t happen in isolation. It impacts people’s health, the environment, food supply & society at large. That means careers in biotech now require more than scientific knowledge — they demand legal awareness, ethical reasoning, patient empathy, clear communication, and user-centred design.
In this article, we’ll explore why biotech careers in the UK are becoming multidisciplinary, how law, ethics, psychology, linguistics & design are shaping job descriptions, and what job-seekers & employers need to do to succeed in this transformed landscape.
Biotechnology is a fast-moving, highly interdisciplinary sector that spans research, development, clinical trials, manufacturing, regulatory affairs, and commercialisation. In the UK, biotech firms, pharmaceutical companies, academic spin-outs, and contract research organisations (CROs) are collaborating more than ever, leading to the creation of complex teams with specialised roles. To deliver safe, effective, and compliant biotech products — whether diagnostics, biologics, gene therapies, environmental biotech, or agricultural innovations — it's vital to know who does what.
This article will map out the structure of a modern biotech department. We’ll define the key roles, how they interact across the product lifecycle, what skills are required in the UK, typical career paths, salary expectations, and examples of how startups versus large firms organise themselves. Whether you are a hiring manager or a job seeker, this will help you understand the landscape of biotechnology jobs in the UK.
Biotechnology is one of the most transformative fields of the 21st century. From developing new medicines and diagnostics to advancing sustainable agriculture, biofuels, and industrial processes, biotechnology is at the heart of tackling some of the world’s biggest challenges. Countries worldwide are investing heavily in biotech innovation, seeking both economic advantage and solutions to pressing social issues.
The United Kingdom is especially well placed to lead. With world-class universities, cutting-edge research institutes, a strong pharmaceutical sector, and growing clusters of innovative startups, the UK has all the ingredients to become the world’s next biotechnology jobs hub. For job seekers and employers alike, the opportunities are immense.
This article explores why the UK could emerge as a global leader in biotechnology jobs, what makes the country so competitive, where the opportunities lie, and what challenges need to be addressed.
Biotechnology is one of the most exciting and rapidly evolving career fields in the UK. From genetic engineering and synthetic biology to bioinformatics and bioprocessing, biotech professionals are shaping the future of healthcare, agriculture, and sustainability.
But here’s the challenge: while textbooks provide essential theory, employers increasingly want to see hands-on skills. That’s where free digital tools, platforms, and communities come in. They give you the chance to practise biotechnology skills at no cost, build a portfolio, and gain the confidence to apply for biotech jobs.
In this article, we’ll explore the best free tools and platforms available in 2025 to help you strengthen your biotechnology expertise — whether you’re a student, recent graduate, or professional looking to upskill.
Biotechnology is one of the UK’s fastest-growing sectors, with applications across healthcare, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and industrial production. From developing life-saving drugs to engineering sustainable food systems, biotech is transforming how we live and work.
This expansion has created a surge in demand for talent. Employers are looking for candidates who combine strong technical expertise with the ability to navigate complex regulations, communicate across disciplines, and bring innovations from lab bench to market.
But which skills matter most right now? By analysing job postings on LinkedIn and Indeed, we can identify the top skills UK biotech employers are actively asking for. This article distils those findings into the 10 most sought-after biotechnology skills for 2025—and explains how to highlight them effectively on your CV, in interviews, and in your portfolio.
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