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Life Sciences

Key Reasons:

• Kent`s compelling mix of attributes signal it as the prime location for drug discovery and medical device companies in the UK:
• A strong existing cluster including world leading Pharma companies, such as , Aesica, Abbott Diagnostics and Sekisui (Genzyme).
• A track record in drug discovery - 4 out of the 5 top selling Pfizer drugs were developed in Kent.
• A strong existing cluster of almost 50 medical device companies.
• State of the art facilities for Life Science companies at Kent Science Park
• Newly available buildings, facilities and incentives at the newly designated Enterprise Zone at Discovery park, the Kent home of Pfizer
• One of the leading universities in the field - The University of Kent has consistently ranked highly out of all 58 biology and related sciences departments in the UK.
• An excellent supply base of graduates - with more that 350 annually graduating with biosciences or pharma related qualifications. University of Kent has over 5,200 biology and medicine students, with over 1,100 qualifying per annum.
• There are more than 10,000 employees within Kent`s life sciences sector.
• Kent is home to the School of Pharmacy dedicated academic resource, which has strong links with industry.
• There is a strong support network for the drug discovery industry, including the Sittingbourne and Canterbury Enterprise Hubs, which provide incubation space for spin outs as well as encouraging inward investors.

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Sub-Sectors:

Drug discovery, medical devices

Skills:

Skill Area: Senior chemist
Skill Salary: Up to £35,000

Skill Area: Scientist

Skill Area: Lab technician
Skill Salary: Up to £25,000

Sector Companies:

Aesica, Abbott/Murex Biotech, Remel, Sekisui (Genzyme), Smiths Medical International

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Main Business Functions

• Research & development
• Advanced manufacturing
• Business services/ offices
• Headquarters/ regional offices
• Low cost manufacturing