Laboratory Scientist Review

by Sterling Pharma Solutions Limited

Rating

6.8/10

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

General Housekeeping Small Scale Manufacturing Basic Analysis Small Scale Testing Material Management Ordering

7/10

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

Yes Time Management Priority Management Social Skills Scientific Techniques

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy learning new things and I enjoy going to work

6/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The university site of my apprenticeship is well planned

6/10

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

My employer wants me to do well and if I had any issues I believe they would support me

7/10

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

Low level, training materials are provided online with low levels of communication. Emails are sent monthly reminding students to contact them for support but very little communication is sent to students unless an issue is raised

5/10

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

The new skills and knowledge I have gained through this apprenticeship are vital to my development

9/10

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.)

Social nights with colleagues and five a side football

7/10

9a. Would you recommend Sterling Pharma Solutions Limited to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Growing, professional company that values its staff

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Sterling Pharma Solutions Limited?

Research pharmaceutical regulations and research the company prior to an interview

Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Science

Cramlington

June 2021