A report from 2010 placed Manchester as a key hub of science and innovation, with a huge amount of "world class scientific strength".In addition to hosting an annual Science Festival, a museum dedicated to science and industry, and strong scientific degree courses on offer at its universities, the city also offers a great number of opportunities for those looking to pursue a career in a number of scientific fields.
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The city is home to the Manchester Science Park, offering labs, offices and workshop areas to businesses of any size.Opportunities can be found within the five Manchester-based universities, who employ jobseekers in research and development roles as well as research assistants and lab technicians.
With a number of top Chemical and Pharmaceutical companies based in the north-west, competition for roles can be fierce. However, with the number of Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences and Biomedical firms, among others, in the region, Manchester is a great place to get ahead in your scientific career. Research Assistants in this sector can expect to earn around £18,000 to £40,000, depending on experience, while more senior staff can earn significantly more. Specialist scientific recruitment agencies will deliver a service tailored to your needs within the sector.