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making us healthier
Chemistry is there at every step of the drug discovery process. But it’s your hard work that drives these innovations – from finding new treatments to ensuring quality control, and even searching for undiscovered cures. Your job saves lives.
The Covid-19 pandemic showed that when our community collaborates, we can achieve extraordinary science. We can find new treatments, faster. We can carry out efficient, effective research. And we can tackle the health challenges of the future.
So let's work together
Our membership is here to support you with professional recognition, development opportunities, and tailored advice and mentorship. But it’s also a community that’s home to people like you, sharing their knowledge and expertise.
We want to commit to a future where everyone is healthier. What could we achieve if you joined us?
From help with soft skills to professional networking and broadening your horizons, the RSC is there to support you.
Thomas McGlone, Technical Operations Manager at EPSRC CMAC Future Manufacturing Research Hub, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow
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Career support
Get guidance and advice to set and achieve your professional goals. Support includes the online Career Toolkit and one-to-one consultations with our Careers team.
From articles to webinars, and industry-specific events to Chemistry World newsletters, there are so many places you can find resources and support for your career.
Networking
Meet new people, spark exciting connections and stay up to date with the latest news in your sector. We have relevant events, interest groups and more for you to explore.
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Awards
Get formal recognition of your specialised knowledge, skill set and high professional standards. Membership opens the door for you to achieve Chartered Chemist (CChem), Chartered Scientist (CSci), Registered Scientist (RSci) or Qualified Person (QP) status.
Did you know? CChem holders tend to earn more than non-CChem holders (Pay and Reward Report 2023).
Development
Explore our extensive catalogue of high quality, peer-reviewed training courses. As a member, you can use Pathfinder to access tailored professional development advice.
No matter which skills you’d like to sharpen, we have a range of learning opportunities for people working in the pharmaceutical industry.
Resources
Stay up to date on the latest developments with unlimited access to , and a 35% discount on . There’s also free access to our virtual library, the Burlington House library and one ÐÂÔÂÖ±²¥appÏÂÔØ journal of your choice.
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Together we can make the world better for all:
- become a member
- explore our relevant pharmaceutical journals
- see how we’re tackling antimicrobial resistance
- read how the chemical sciences helped to combat the Covid-19 pandemic