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Current Contract Market Analysis: Life Science and Chemicals
The UK contractor market has shifted significantly over the past 12-18 months. As permanent hiring has slowed due to economic uncertainty, regulatory pressures and rising employment costs, demand for contract and temporary workers has grown. This report draws on hiring data, market activity and recruitment trends observed during the first half of 2026 to provide an analysis of the life sciences and chemicals hiring markets, with a particular focus on the growing value and strategic use of contingent workers.
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The rise of decentralised clinical trials, and what this means for clinical research careers
Clinical research is undergoing a profound transformation. Decentralised clinical trials (DCTs), including telemedicine, wearable devices, remote monitoring and digital platforms, are changing how studies are conducted and how professionals contribute to them. For clinical research careers, this shift brings new opportunities, responsibilities and skill requirements.
Join us at the Biocap 2026 Conference // 01 October
Our Principal Recruitment Consultant, Mary Bolt, will be attending the Biocap 2026 Conference hosted by Bionow, taking place at The Elm, Macclesfield on 01 October.
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Salary: £35000 - £42000
Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
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