How to start applying for Research Assistant & Technician jobs in the UK | international student

How to start applying for Research Assistant & Technician jobs in the UK as an international student

Hi there 👋 My name is Vy and I am a research assistant working in Cambridge, UK. This video is a beginner's guide on how to kick start your job application journey, more specifically in the field if biomedical research. Job searching can be daunting and stressful, but I hope this video gives you a little clarity on the various job searching platforms out there, visa considerations (if you are an international student) and some ideas on how to organise all your job applications. If you have any questions, please leave them in the comments section or drop me a message!

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:59 - Where do you look for jobs?
05:16 - How do you filter through jobs?
06:45 - Skilled Worker Visa & Graduate Visa
09:26 - How do you organise all your job applications?

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👩🏻‍🔬 About me:
Hello!! My name's Vy and I make vlogs and chit chat videos about pursuing an education / career in biomedical research.

I'm currently working as a research assistant in Cambridge and studied biomedical science for my undergrad and postgrad in the UK.

This channel is also a place for me to document the little joys in my every day life, travel adventures and all in all, just memories I'd want to look back on.

💻 Socials:
Instagram - @biomedwithvy

This video was entirely filmed and edited on my phone.

[mishah]

Wow you angel! You have no idea how helpful this vid was! And being international student, I had no idea about the fees + health surcharge! I'm halfway through the MSc so what a perfect time to see this video! Can't thank you enough! Looking forward to more content from you 💯💯💯

[zahrahlatif]

All your research assistant videos are so so helpful, please keep them coming! I’m going into my third year studying biomed, and since my degree isn’t IMBS accredited I’m leaning heavily into the research assistant route - your videos have been a huge help, thank you sm!! 💗💗

[dazzlingqueen]

Seems like I am gonna learn a lot from you. Thank you Vy!

[princerockson]

thanks for this! looking into research career a lot this semester and also you are so pretty 🙂

[annadaniel]

Around when did you start applying? Mid-way through your Masters? Earlier? Super helpful video, thank you! :)

[subikshasabapathy]

I have been watching your videos past few days and I must say, I am impressed by your work at Cambridge uni. Can you also make a video on how did your job application at Cambridge went, how did you manage to receive the job, how did you prepare for your interviews, and tips for students looking out for jobs in academia and industry?

[myoblc]

Hi Vy, what to ask in informal discussion email that most job would state the contact of user/supervisor, prior to submitting my application? Thank you

[dailymemories]

Thank you for your video, I have a question and i appreciate it if you know the answer, I have a master in medicine with research background but from another country not UK i mean, can i apply for RA jobs too and can i get visa through this way?

[vanya]

Thank you for such an informative video.
I wanted to ask, are international qualifications less favorable than UK counterparts for research assistant jobs in the UK?
I've got a bachelor degree from Egypt and master's from Russia (both from recognised good-ranking universities) and have the essential and most of the desirable criterias they are asking for, and have been applying for months without being shortlisted.

[anumtouheed]

Hi, I am looking for research assistant roles, I am doing my MSc Public Health, the only challenge is I am allowed to work part time and the companies approaching me are offering full time research project. What should I do in this situation?

[chalee]

Hi Vy, I'm curious do you get skilled worker visa?

[yunkkott]

Hello Vy. Is it required for most research assistant jobs to require Master Degrees? What if I only have a Bachelors?

[jaya]

Hi dear, Is it possible to get tier 2 entry level job after Msc biotechnology in uk without experience. Please share

[menakmanhal]

This video is sooo helpful!!!! You are God Send 🥹🥹🥹

[emanfarrukh]

I did my masters in Biotechnology from university of nottingham uk and graduated on 2020...but was not able to secure any position. Any advice for me?

[kdaguilar]

Hello! I would like to thank you for making these videos, as these are really helpful for people like me who plans to apply for a research/lab technician in UK.

Can I ask if you applied while you are still outside UK? Or are you already taking a Masters in UK when you applied? I asked this because I was gauging my chances if I applied to a research assistant position given I’m outside UK and currently finishing my Masters in the Philippines. I plan on taking on a research assitant job so I can pursue a part-time Masters in UK. Thank you!

[拓张-fd]

Can I ask for a mock interview with you

[saraayurvedahospitaldrmegh]

I am ayurveda doctor I have done masters and research in genetic can i eligible for research assistant job