Limited insight means
missed opportunities
22%
of GenZ have no real understanding of the pharmaceutical industry in the UK.
31%
of GenZ are aware of pharmaceutical company names but are unclear what they do beyond R&D.
ABPI Report, 2025
Life sciences is one of the UK's fastest growing sectors. Yet early careers are all too often left out of the picture.
Information is fragmented and early career pathways remain elusive, creating a knowledge gap.
As a result, students and graduates overlook the breadth of scientific and non-scientific opportunities across the UK life sciences sector and the broader ecosystem that supports the sector's growth and success.
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Addressing this disconnect is vital, if the next generation is to successfully drive the continued advancement of UK life sciences.
We are founded in Cambridge, UK
Based in the heart of Europe's leading life sciences cluster, Life Sciences Launchpad exists to make early careers more visible and accessible for early talent interested in launching a career in the UK life sciences ecosystem.​
How can we help?
Share Opportunities
We spotlight Level 6 and 7 apprenticeships, industrial placements, summer internships, graduate and entry-level programmes / roles through our LinkedIn community.
Early Career Events
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We aim to connect early talent with UK early career employers through events that improve access to information and showcase the full life sciences ecosystem.
One Early Talent Hub
We are an inclusive space for individuals from all backgrounds and disciplines. We recognise that diverse skillsets and experiences are crucial for a thriving UK life sciences sector.
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