What types of jobs are there in life science?
The life science industry is rapidly evolving, especially now the pandemic is behind us. According to Deloitte, life science companies are evaluating key macro and micro economic factors to boost future growth, paying particular attention to disruptive trends and technologies.
In terms of life science jobs and employment, the UK has a high proportion of graduates and apprentices who pursue life sciences, and, in 2021/22, life science businesses employed 304,200 people, generating £108.1 billion in turnover.
These figures tell us that life sciences is a popular and in-demand industry, but what types of jobs are there in life sciences? TRS Staffing Solutions (TRS) has a wealth of expertise in this sector, as such, we are well-positioned to answer that question.
What are life sciences?
Life science is a broad field, including disciplines like biology, genetics, ecology, and physiology. The following areas encompass life sciences:
- Biomedical Science
- Health Science
- Chemistry
- Nutrition
- Forensic Science
Life science careers offer an abundance of dynamic opportunities for professionals to pursue a rewarding and fulfilling career.
Life science jobs and careers
As we touched on above, the life sciences and pharmaceutical sector is diverse. Experts in this industry might find work in the following areas:
- Research & Development
- Life science consulting
- Clinical & Medical Fields
- Environmental & Wildlife Sciences
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Data & Technical Roles
- Sales & Life Science Marketing
Below, we’ll expand on just a selection of roles that TRS recruits for in this field to give you insight into career pathways.
HSE Specialist
In an HSE life sciences position, you can expect the following roles and responsibilities:
- Developing and implementing effective HSE plans and procedures aligned with legislation and company standards
- Conducting regular health and safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify any hazards and recommend corrective action
- Monitoring and reporting on HSE performance metrics
And of course, many more.
Robotics Engineer
It might come as a surprise but in pharmaceutical and life science roles, there are many engineering career paths available, and, TRS is best placed to match you with these. One such example is a Robotics Engineer, you can expect the following responsibilities:
- Design, build, and test robotics applications and devices using computer-aided modeling to create drafts and perform tests
- Research to determine the parameters of robotic application
- Create prototypes
- Develop cost-effective and efficient processes to produce the machines while applying machine-learning techniques
Equipment Lead
If you’ve got a life science background in areas such as pharma as well as an engineering degree, an Equipment Lead could be the perfect next step in your career. From this role you can expect:
- To design and develop equipment planning and procurement for relevant projects
- To identify and address opportunities to streamline projects
- To highlight areas of inefficiency with projects and propose corrective measures.
These are just a few examples of the positions available in life sciences at TRS Staffing. It really is a broad industry and there’s never been a more perfect time to bring your career into this field.
Find your next life science position with TRS
At TRS, we have a team of specialists in life sciences recruitment and we recognise the value of a diverse workforce.
Browse our open roles today or read more of our blogs for more insight into the industries we operate in.
