R&D Laboratory Science Chemistry Degree Apprenticeship

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Laboratory Science Chemistry Apprentice – GSK R&D, Stevenage, UK (4‑year apprenticeship)

• Work with multi‑disciplinary teams to progress biopharmaceuticals through discovery, development and characterisation.
• Operate and maintain state‑of‑the‑art mass spectrometry platforms and run routine assays to support screening efforts.
• Prepare samples for mass spectrometry analysis and support day‑to‑day lab responsibilities.
• Optimise chemical manufacturing processes for therapeutic oligonucleotides, including solid‑phase synthesis and enzymatic approaches.
• Support scale‑up activities to produce therapeutic oligonucleotides and develop, evaluate and interpret experimental data in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
• Undertake mandatory training, adhere to standard operating procedures and champion a safe, compliant workspace.

• GCSE Mathematics and English Language (grade A*‑C / 9‑4) or equivalent.
• Predicted 104 UCAS points at A‑level, with one being Chemistry or a comparable scientific discipline.
• Written and spoken fluency in English.

Stevenage, Hertfordshire – you must live within a 60‑minute commute of the site and be expected on‑site daily.

September 2026

We recommend applying as soon as possible. Applications will be closed once we have received enough applications.

April 2026

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.