Graduate Scheme at The Sanger Institute
The 2024 Graduate Scheme cohort is nearing halfway through the scheme. The next round of recruitment will be announced in September 2025, to welcome new associates in 2026.
Embark on a transformative career path at the forefront of genomics research with Sanger Institute. With four diverse placements over two years across our Management and Scientific Operations/Programmes, you’ll experience hands-on learning, and gain a 360-degree view of the institute from day one.
Why Choose Sanger Institute?
- Proven Success: Experience responsibility from day 1, hands-on experience, and develop a broad 360-degree view of the Sanger Institute.
- Unique Work Environment: Experience life at Sanger Institute on our 130-acre campus outside Cambridge. Join a diverse community of 1300+ employees from 80+ nationalities.
- Work-Life Balance: We value work-life balance, offering flexible work arrangements to support your well-being.
- Professional Development: Access a wide array of campus-run courses, networking events, and professional development opportunities. Receive mentorship and engage in regular conversations about your progress and ambitions.
- Diverse Backgrounds Welcome: You don’t have to be a scientist to apply! Our Graduate Scheme welcomes individuals from various backgrounds and expertise with or without a degree.
Why Our Graduate Scheme?
Joining our Graduate Scheme means being a key player in supporting our ambitions for world-leading genomics research. We offer:
- We currently host 8 placements: The two-year programme consists of four six-month placements, providing a comprehensive and immersive experience.
- Pivotal Role: Associates are crucial in supporting the institute’s vast ambitions for world-leading genomics research.
- We are keen to grow our own talent. All successful candidates join the scheme on a permanent contract, and we offer soft-skilled training in year 2 to help them secure their next role at Sanger once the scheme ends.
- We are keen to grow our own talent. All successful candidates join the scheme on a permanent contract, and we offer soft-skilled training in year 2 to help them secure their next role at Sanger once the scheme ends.
About Our Graduate Scheme
Our Graduate Scheme is designed to provide associates with hands-on experience, exceptional networking opportunities, and a dynamic learning environment.
We offer four different placements over two years across our Management and Scientific Operations/Programmes at the Sanger Institute. Associates play a crucial role in supporting and managing projects within four departments, offering a diverse range of experiences. These are some of the areas known to host associates:
- Scientific Operations
- Procurement
- The Parasites and Microbes Programme
- The Sanger Logistics Services (SLS) and Supply Chain
- Strategy, Partnerships and Innovation
- Human Genetics and Generative and Synthetic Genomics programmes
- The Genomic Surveillance Unit (GSU)
- The Cellular Genetics Programme
- The Tree of Life Programme
- Cancer, Ageing and Somatic Mutation Programme
What Happens After the Scheme?
Our commitment doesn’t end with the scheme. We are keen to grow our own talent at Sanger Institute. At the end of the two-year training period, the offer of a permanent role will take place through an internal recruitment process for appropriately suited roles based on skills and organisational gaps.
Extra Perks whilst at Sanger Institute:
- Interest-Free Loan: successful candidates can receive an interest-free £2k loan upon scheme acceptance, aiding with relocation costs, a car or a house rental deposit.
- Second-Year Salary Increase: A £1,500 salary increase during the second year if you have performed satisfactorily and if you can demonstrate the behaviours the organisation values.
- Buddy System and a Mentor: Settle in quickly with a designated buddy, guiding you through Sanger and your new role, ensuring a smooth transition. Your mentor will provide advice, guidance and support to help you navigate your time at the Institute.
