Laboratory Scientist (Biology) Review

Item: Laboratory Scientist (Biology) at GSK
Rating: 4.3
Author: Anonymous

at GSK

Degree Apprenticeship

Research

Stevenage

Review Submitted: April 2025

Overall Rating

4.3 /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!

5/5 - Overview of Role

5/5 - Skills Development

3.8/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

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

5/5

I work in the early stages of drug discovery, predominantly in an laboratory setting. I have worked in molecular biology, which involves cloning and DNA scale-up. I have also worked with cell culture, and various expression systems. Finally I have carried out work in protein purification and various QC.

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

5/5

I have thoroughly enjoyed my time as an apprentice at GSK, the environment is positive and productive. Everyone is extremely happy to lend a helping hand and it is a great environment to develop oneself.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

5/5

I have learnt a lot of new skills since the start of my apprenticeship, both in and out of the laboratory. These include time management and independence.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

5/5

My programme is well structured and I have always got the support I've needed.

How much support do you receive from your employer?

5/5

I have always been provided with the support I require over the course of my apprenticeship.

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

2/5

The training provider has not always provided all the support needed when it comes to the university side of the apprenticeship; there is often a lack of communication or delayed communication.

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

3/5

I feel I have learnt a lot more (skills and knowledge) from my employer compared to my training provider.

Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

4/5

GSK is really great for morning, lunchtime and evening events. These include various sporting activities as there is a fitness centre on site, as well as various mental health events such as walks and crochet.