You are here

Careers and CPD

Pursuing a career in biology is stimulating and rewarding. The RSB support biologists with career advice, professional recognition and training events. 

Registers

The Society recognises professional biologists through Registers licences, including:

  • Registered Science Technician (RSciTech)
  • Registered Scientist (RSci)
  • Chartered Scientist (CSci)
  • Chartered Biologist (CBiol)
  • Chartered Science Teacher (CSciTeach)

Careers

There are a range of options available for secondary school pupils and university students to find out more about a career in biology. To get started take a look at our careers pages for more information on work experience, apprenticeships, universityjobs and more.

Training

Our training programme is expanding, offering a wide range of courses for all abilities and interests both personal and professional, including persuasive scientific writing, presentation skills and drug development. Courses are offered at a substantial discount to members. View our current courses and book your place now. 

See a full list of the Society's past training events.

CPD

The importance of keeping up to date is particularly necessary in today's demanding society. CPD is a useful tool for achieving and demonstrating such ability and competence.

Returning to work

The Society has established a 'Returners to Biosciences' group, as well as collating a wealth of useful resources for those returning to work after career breaks.