laboratory technician Review
at AstraZeneca
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Science
Macclesfield
Review Submitted: April 2022
Overall Rating
3.9 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
Organisation and data entry for the environmental monitoring required for the production of sterile drugs. Identification of bacteria present on agar plates
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Highly
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Advanced lab skills and improved communication and organisation
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Well structured with yearly rotations
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Lot's of support both in university work and daily role
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
The training provider is fairly good at providing support however does not provide enough communication
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
There are lot's of modules that are relevant to my role. Has allowed for improved understanding of my role
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
All still on hold for COVID. However are an option in future months
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?
Yes
Why?
AstraZeneca is a great place to work with highly supportive managers and colleagues. Great benefits and wonderful people to work with
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to AstraZeneca?
Be yourself and research the company before hand. Show your interest and enthusiasm for the drugs manufactured
