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Apprenticeship

Research scientist

Level
7
Master's level
Length
2.5 yrs
typical
Sector
Health and science
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Planning, leading and conducting scientific experiments and analysing results.

What you'd do

Design, plan, and execute original scientific experiments
Analyse complex datasets and interpret results critically
Write up research findings in technical reports and papers
Present research to internal teams and at external conferences
Keep detailed laboratory notebooks and records of all experiments
Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and commercial colleagues

What you'd learn

Advanced research design, experimental methodology, and hypothesis testing
Specialist laboratory techniques relevant to your scientific discipline
Statistical analysis and computational tools for scientific data
Scientific writing - patents, peer-reviewed papers, and technical reports
Intellectual property, research ethics, and regulatory compliance
Project management and leadership in a research environment
Ready to look for a place?
See live Research scientist apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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