A laboratory technician works in scientific laboratories to support research, diagnosis, or product development. Their tasks often include preparing samples, operating and maintaining scientific equipment, conducting tests and experiments, and recording and analysing results. Laboratory technicians play a crucial role in hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, research institutes, and industrial labs. Attention to detail, accuracy, and a strong understanding of scientific methods are important skills for this role. Many technicians specialise in areas like medical diagnostics, chemical analysis, or environmental testing. Entry is possible through college courses, apprenticeships, or with A levels in relevant sciences.
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Royal Navy
( Added 04 Jun 2024 - 80 positions available )
Being a Medical Assistant in the Royal Navy means embarking on a career that offers more variety and adventure than you’d ever experience in civilian medicine. From the day you join, you’ll gain new skills, pushing yourself to the limit in some unique and challenging environments.
Closing date: in 4 months
Possible start date: 02 Jun 2026
THE TRAINING PLACE OF EXCELLENCE LIMITED
( Added 18 Nov 2025 - 2 positions available )
An ideal opportunity which helps candidates to build their future career in healthcare through an apprenticeship program. Monitoring patients, performing basic health checks and making patients feel comfortable.
Closing date: in 4 days
Possible start date: 25 Feb 2026
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