Apprentice Technician Scientist Review

As a Technician Scientist I support the Production Team with the manufacture of vaccines for early phase clinical trials. I help prepare documentation and materials required for the process. I also support with the routine cleaning and housekeeping of our cleanrooms.

While completing my higher level apprenticeship, I have develop my interpersonal skills as well as my laboratory skills. I have learned to use scientific equipment and maintain it correctly, I have developed analytical skills and my problem solving skills.

I enjoy learning about the manufacture of investigational medicinal products through the hands on work that I do and through the theory taught by my training provider.

The Applied Bioscience programme with focus on ATMPs is very well structured, as I have learned the basics of manufacturing and the regulatory aspects. I have also learned about project management, which is all required for the process

The University of Oxford has a supportive apprenticeship network, which offer regular training sessions on mentoring. I also have regular meetings with my line manager, who has supported with throughout my apprenticeship.

I have regular meetings with my apprenticeship advisor from the University of Kent (every three months). I am also able to get in touch with my module convenors and talk about my assignments. After submitting my assignments, I receive valuable feedback on areas of improvement.

The modules that I have completed as part of the Applied Bioscience programme align with the activities that I perform on a regular basis and thus help me apply the theoretical knowledge in practice while at my workplace.

The University of Oxford organises multiple professional networking events. As part of the apprenticeship programme, additional networking events are organised to meet other apprentices in the university.

Yes

I think they are a supportive employer, that allows you to progress and improve yourself.

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