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🔬 Studying a Science subject but not sure where it can take you? 🧪

The Government have identified an increasing skills gap in cell and gene therapy and need young scientific minds to ensure the UK is competitive in this field and that research, funding and business isn't being lost to global competitors.

Coordinated by Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) Catapult, Advanced Therapies Apprenticeship Community (ATAC) is an award-winning programme. They develop apprenticeship programmes, designed to train and upskill individuals for the life sciences industry. 

By doing an apprenticeship with ATAC, you become part of a group of apprentices and employers who will be provided with ongoing support throughout your apprenticeship journey.

The industry is looking for scientists and non-scientists alike as there are a variety of roles to choose from. An apprenticeship with ATAC is a chance to begin your career path into an industry which is hugely rewarding and will help to transform people’s lives. 

Early Careers opportunities 

Apprenticeships (Level 3 to Degree) programmes available:

Level 7

• Bioinformatics Scientist 
• Senior Leader In Advanced Therapies
• Research Scientist Degree Apprenticeship 
• Regulatory Affairs Specialist For Advanced Therapies 
• Modern Apprenticeship In Life Sciences (Scotland)

Level 6

• Laboratory Scientist with Digital Technology
• ATMP* Laboratory Scientist Apprenticeship 
• Chartered Management Degree Apprenticeship 
• ATMP* Bio/Chemical Engineer Degree Apprenticeship

Level 5

• ATMP* Technician Scientist 

Level 4

• Quality Practitioner Apprenticeship
• Data Analyst Apprenticeship Level 4

Level 3

• Team Leader / Supervisor 
• Science Manufacturing Technician 
• Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship (Wales) 
• Laboratory Technician Level 3 

* Advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs)

Click the link here to find out more about the live/upcoming apprenticeships on the ATAC dashboard.

Why choose an ATAC apprenticeship?  

• Help transform lives by supporting an industry finding better treatment options and cures for incurable and life-altering diseases 
• Access ongoing support through ATAC for both you and your employer  
• Join a growing community making real-life contributions to life sciences  
• Get introduced to the wider industry to support your professional development 

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Benefits of being part of ATAC:

• Expand your skills and experience while you earn

  You’ll learn in a practical, hands-on way with real ‘on the job’ experience. Apprenticeship programmes are also fully funded, therefore, you won’t have to pay anything towards your training and assessments and can progress without accumulating debt.

• Advance your future career prospects

  You’ll acquire new skills that will boost your career and development opportunities in your current role, and also be transferable for the future. As well as obtaining a recognised accredited qualification.

• Become part of a growing network of expertise

  ATAC's community of apprentices and employers is ever-growing. Not only will you receive ongoing support throughout your apprenticeship, but you’ll also play an important part in helping to advance the industry as a whole.