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2025 STP applications

Applications for the Scientist Training Programme posts in Wales for 2025-28 are open until 03 March 2025.

Hopeful applicants should have an honours degree (first or 2:1) in a pure or applied science, or an MSc or PhD relevant to the specialism they are applying for.

Each individual can apply for a maximum of two STP posts in Wales.

Posts are now available on NHS Jobs, via Trac Jobs.

The 2025 posts are:

Audiology

6 Posts

Cancer Genomics

1 Post

Cardiac Science

(open 24/02/2025 – 02/03/2025)

10 Posts

Clinical Biochemistry

1 Post

Clinical Bioinformatics Genomics

1 Post

Clinical Engineering

 

Device Risk Management and Governance (Hywel Dda University Health Board)

1 Post

Device Risk Management and Governance (Swansea Bay University Health Board)

1 Post

Rehabilitation Engineering

2 Posts

Clinical Pharmaceutical Science

2 Posts

Clinical Scientific Computing

2 Posts

Genomics

1 Post

Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics

1 Post

Nuclear Medicine

1 Post

Neurophysiology

3 Posts

Radiation Safety & Diagnostic Radiology

Swansea Bay University Health Board

1 Post

Velindre University NHS Trust

1 Post

Radiotherapy Physics

4 Posts

Respiratory and Sleep Science

5 Posts

Vascular Science

1 Post


Why train, work and live in Wales?

Compact but diverse, Wales is a country where picturesque communities, unspoilt coastlines, stunning countryside and vibrant cities combine to offer you all the relaxation and adventure you need to find the work-life balance you’ve been looking for. Find out more.

Plus, HEIW offers funding for further career progression after STP completion for those employed within NHS Wales.


Additional information

If you are considering applying to the Scientist Training Programme or would like to find out more about the scheme, prospective students can attend department open days to learn more about what to expect. For upcoming open days, click here

For more information about the STP in Wales, including entry requirements, visit about the Scientist Training Programme in Wales.

For queries about the application process, please visit our FAQS webpage.