Laboratory 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:

Every day is different! Often I'll plan my weeks work the week before, it involves various analytical techniques in the Laboratory. After doing lab work I have to complete a write up on my experiment and it's findings.

10/10

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

I've become much more independent and organised. I'm able to plan my own packages of work so that everything is completed for it's deadline. I have developed very strong laboratory skills too.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoy the apprenticeship, it has been extremely interesting and I feel I've learnt so much since starting.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

There are sometimes a few problems concerning the timings of university work as it can be difficult to balance it with project work at AZ.

7/10

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

8/10

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

4/10

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

6/10

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.)

7/10

9a. Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It's been a really enjoyable experience. They always push you to be your very best, which whilst challenging at times is very rewarding.

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

Be yourself and show that you are passionate about the field of work you want to enter.