Apprentice Materials Scientist
THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Role overview
About this role
Start your career as a Materials Scientist through an apprenticeship in our Faculty of Science & Engineering. Build a strong skills portfolio supporting laboratories across synthesis, characterisation, and testing. You’ll gain hands-on expertise in XRD, SEM, AFM, spectroscopy, and testing using our world-class facilities.
Job details
Compensation
Paid opportunity
Closing date
15 July 2026
Working hours
Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm.(Variable times to suit workplace requirements). 1 hour for lunch.
Standard
Materials science technologist (degree) (level 6)
Level 6Location
Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M13 9PL
Posted
5 June 2026
Entry requirements
Qualifications
| Subject | Type | Grade | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| English language | GCSE | 4 or above | Required |
| Maths | GCSE | 4 or above | Required |
| Science | A Level | C or above (104 UCAS points) | Required |
Skills required
What they're looking for
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THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER works in health, science, or research-led environments where quality, evidence, compliance, teamwork, and patient or customer outcomes can be central.
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Preparing for THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Good applications show scientific curiosity, accuracy, care with processes, ethical awareness, and the ability to learn technical material.
- Use examples involving careful analysis, lab work, research, data, or process control.
- Show how you manage detail without losing sight of real-world impact.
- Mention collaboration and communication with non-specialists where possible.
Role overview
About this role
Start your career as a Materials Scientist through an apprenticeship in our Faculty of Science & Engineering. Build a strong skills portfolio supporting laboratories across synthesis, characterisation, and testing. You’ll gain hands-on expertise in XRD, SEM, AFM, spectroscopy, and testing using our world-class facilities.
