Data Scientist (IT) Level 6 Apprentice

Notjustlabcoats; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology company is seeking a Data Scientist Apprentice to support their Enterprise Systems team. The role includes responsibilities such as implementing digital transformation frameworks and enhancing data literacy across the business. Candidates should be hardworking team players with good communication skills and an interest in research and technology. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, individuals could apply for other positions within the company. Additionally, the role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive training.

Benefits

25 days holiday allowance

Employee assistance programme

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Ability to manage own time to meet deadlines.
• Good attention to detail and aptitude to handle and store data.
• Ability to summarize and succinctly measure project outputs.

Responsibilities

• Support the Enterprise systems team with data analytics methodologies.
• Build a digital transformation framework.
• Work on projects across the organization.

Skills

Time management

Team player

Problem-solving

Data handling

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication

Programming (Python)

Education

At least one science subject at A-Level

Job description

Job Description

Immunocore is recruiting a Data Scientist Apprentice to support the Enterprise Systems team within IT. The role involves overseeing and optimizing systems and processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness across the organization.

This role will support the Enterprise systems team within IT. The Enterprise systems team is a global team, responsible for overseeing and optimizing systems and processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness across the organization. The role also involves cross‑functional collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to implement and optimise systems that support the business.

Responsibilities

• Bring digital and data analytics methodologies together with industry best practice to support the Enterprise systems team and the broader IT function.
• Build a digital transformation framework and enhance data literacy across the business.
• Work on projects across Immunocore, including bioinformatics and protein engineering research teams, if opportunities arise.
• Participate in on‑job learning and study part‑time for a fully funded BSc (Hons) Data Science at the University of Nottingham.

Candidate Requirements

• Hard‑working with the ability to manage own time to meet deadlines.
• Good team player who can interact with others and manage a varied workload.
• Hypothesis‑driven approach to problem solving.
• Ability to learn and develop online tools to source, combine, transform and store data.
• Good attention to detail and aptitude to handle and store data.
• Ability to summarize and succinctly measure project outputs.
• Good report writing and oral communication skills.
• Competent with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to follow instructions and operate in a controlled environment adhering to procedures for safety, environment and risk management.
• Knowledge of programming skills such as Python (nice to have – not a requirement).
• Effective time management and prioritisation skills.
• Interest in research, science and technology, with at least one science subject at A‑Level.

Training To Be Delivered

• Qualification to be delivered: BSc (Hons) Data Science.
• Apprenticeship Standard: Data Scientist.
• Training Provider: Nottingham University.
• Delivery model: Block release at Nottingham University.

Future Prospects

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be eligible to apply for other positions within the business.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary – £22,000 per annum
• Holiday Allowance – 25 days + bank holidays
• Pension – Employee 5%, Employer 3%
• Employee assistance programme
• Onsite parking

Location – 91 Park Drive, Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 4RY

Working Hours – Monday to Thursday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm with a 45‑minute unpaid lunch break; Friday 9:00 am – 4:15 pm with a 45‑minute unpaid lunch break.

Duration – 43 months

Start Date – August 2026

Interview Date – March/April 2026

Closing Date for Applications – 6th March 2026

How to Apply

To apply, click the Apply Now button and complete the form. If you have difficulty completing the form, contact recruitment on [e-mail] for assistance.

Next Steps

Successful candidates will be progressed to a one‑way video interview; invites will be sent via email. The video interview will be reviewed by the Hiring Manager.

About Immunocore

Immunocore is a commercial‑stage biotechnology company that discovered, developed and commercialised the world’s first approved T‑cell receptor (TCR) therapy. Their mission is to radically improve outcomes for patients with cancer, infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases by pioneering and delivering transformative immunomodulating medicines.

Built on their proprietary ImmTAX platform, they have a diverse pipeline of bispecific therapies across a broad range of indications, including multiple cancers, HIV and HBV.

At Immunocore, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We value the unique contributions each person brings to our team. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish and transformative change happens.

Immunocore is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.