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Nanotechnologist apprenticeships

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Nanotechnologist apprenticeships - where to start

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  • a university course
  • working towards this role


    • University

    You'll usually need a degree or a postgraduate master's qualification in nanotechnology, or a related course which includes nanotechnology. Relevant courses include: 

    • nanoscience 
    • physics 
    • chemistry 
    • electronics 
    • engineering 
    • materials science 
    • computer science 
    Some employers may expect you to have, or be working towards, a PhD. This is particularly so in the field of medicine and healthcare nanotechnology. You'll usually also need experience of working in a laboratory environment. Employers value experience. It may help to study for a degree that includes experience in the industry you want to work in. You could look for work placements with nanotechnology companies.

    You'll usually need 2 or 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, including maths and a science for a degree. You'll need a degree in a relevant subject for postgraduate study.

    Work
    You may be able to move into nanotechnology if you're already working in research science or engineering, for example, as a chemist, physicist or electronics engineer. 

    Nanotechnologist apprenticeships - what it takes

    Skills and knowledge

    You'll need: 

    • science skills 
    • maths knowledge
    • knowledge of engineering 
    • science and technology 
    • to be thorough and pay attention to detail 
    • knowledge of physics 
    • analytical thinking skills 
    • persistence and determination 
    • the ability to think clearly using logic and reasoning 
    • to be able to use a computer and the main software packages confidently

    Nanotechnologist apprenticeships - what you'll do

    Day-to-day tasks

    The tasks you'll do will depend on the industry that you work in. Nanotechnologists can be found in fields like medicine, engineering and manufacturing. Typically you will: 

    • create devices and materials on the nanoscale - 0.1 to 100nm in size
    • operate scientific instruments to separate and analyse your products 
    • perform experiments to test the nanotechnology you have produced
    • maintain production and experimental equipment 
    • use computers to interpret data 
    • prepare learning materials and plan lectures 
    • give lectures to students and lead workshops 
    • plan research schedules and oversee staff in a laboratory 
    • write reports, funding bids and articles 
    • order materials, chemicals and stock for your laboratory
    Working environment
    You could work in a laboratory. You may need to wear protective clothing.

    Career path and progression - Nanotechnologist apprenticeships

    With experience you could lead project teams in a management role. You could also move into a teaching in higher education.

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