Technician scientist Review

by AstraZeneca

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.8/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I work within Protein Sciences, my day to day tasks include protein expression, transfections, purifications and cloning.

8/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I am now able to work and be a part of a professional environment. I have developed the ability to carry out scientific techniques whilst having at understanding of them. I have become a part of a welcoming team of colleagues that provide me with my training and everyday learning.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy my program, it is a fantastic company with fascinating projects. You are constantly surrounded by experienced scientists that you can learn from. You can improve your scientific techniques for the future.

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

You are provided with induction training when you start your apprenticeship. Support is always available if needed. The training course is very organised and you have many members of staff to talk to as mentors.

8/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I personally have a lot of support provided to me from my employer

8/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

A lot of support is provided to me from my training provider via email, this can sometimes be slightly delayed though

7/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

my qualification provides me with the background knowledge needed for my apprenticeship.

8/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

There are seasonal events such as the Christmas party. I also help out in the charity committee, this is a lot of fun and puts you in a role of responsibility.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

a fantastic company to be a part of, a great place and community, you are surrounded by science and you learn new things every single day!

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to AstraZeneca?

Make sure that you show the passion for the subjects in science that you find the most interesting.