Biology laboratory scientist; DHDM degree apprenticeship-Vertex Pharmaceuticals Vertex

This role will involve working to support our high throughput biology team where we look to discover small molecules that correct disease biology, understand how they are working and optimise them towards drugs. The role will entail the understanding and use of proteins and cell-types that drive disease biology.

5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grade A*-C (4-9) Inc Maths, English and Science

You must have gained a minimum of 80 UCAS points from a minimum of 2 A-level subjects including Biology (or equivalent, e.g. BTEC) and an additional Science or Maths

£20,000 per annum

• Holiday Allowance - 28 Days Holiday Allowance, plus Bank Holidays

• Pension - Employee 5%, Employer 3%

• Employee assistance programme

• Onsite parking

• Onsite Canteen

• Days off for volunteering

• Employee recognition awards

• Away days / company parties

86-88 Jubilee Avenue, Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4RW
, UK

Monday to Friday, 08:30am – 17:30pm with a 1 hour unpaid lunch break.
Flexible hours / working available

5 years

September 2026

April 2026

25th March 2026

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Successful candidates will be progressed to a one way video interview, invites will be sent via email.

The video interview will be reviewed by the Hiring Manager

The Laboratory Scientist Apprenticeship will be embedded within our Biology Department where we undertake research to discover therapies for serious diseases. The successful apprentice will need a character that is reliable and diligent, taking responsibility for the quality and accuracy of the work undertaken.

Job Responsibilities

This role will involve working within our dynamic human disease modelling team. You will be utilizing cutting-edge cellular systems and molecular biological techniques to support the development of new medicines to treat serious diseases. You will be imbedded within a wider organisation that is dedicated to drug discovery and benefit from the passion and knowledge of your colleagues. Regular discussions, talks and presentations from within and outside of the organisation will allow you to learn about and understand disease biology, the drug discovery process and how medicines work.

Understanding and working to strict safety and ethical guidelines is paramount to this role. The apprentice will be expected to work both individually and as part of a laboratory team. With appropriate time, training and experience, they will be able to work with minimum supervision, taking responsibility for the quality, accuracy and recording of the work that is undertaken. They will be proactive in finding solutions to problems and helping identify ways to improve processes.

At the end of the Apprenticeship, the Apprentice will be able to:

• Prepare for and perform laboratory tasks using the appropriate scientific techniques, procedures and methods relevant to the activities of the laboratory
• Apply knowledge of underlying scientific principles in laboratory-based experimentation and implement new processes according to the literature or input from colleagues
• Demonstrate and explain the principles of laboratory techniques and scientific experimentation to contribute to the development of scientific technical projects
• Develop and apply a theoretical knowledge of the advanced science and technology required to progress in the job role and relevant area of specialism
• Understand the business environment in which the company operates including personal role within the organisation, ethical practice and codes of conduct
• Work safely within a laboratory environment, maintaining excellent housekeeping whilst following appropriate safety, environment and risk management systems
• Promote and ensure the application of quality standards relevant to the workplace
• Work autonomously to analyse, interpret and evaluate scientific data and present the results of laboratory work and problem solving clearly and concisely in written and oral form
• Under…