You’ll find opportunities to work in publishing, membership, sales, marketing, communications, technology and finance, community outreach, and many others.
Everything we do, no matter the area, is to support a global scientific community. The groups we work with are exceptionally diverse – from teachers, scientists and academics, librarians and corporates to politicians and the public.
If you share our passion, and would like to find out how you could contribute to a highly successful not for profit organisation, then please get in touch.
Contact our recruitment team
Contact us with any recruitment queries. Tel:+44 (0) 1223 432229
Our commitment to securing the future of chemical sciences is powered by two centuries of dedication.
We support hundreds of thousands of scientists, librarians, teachers, students, pupils and people who love chemistry.
We use our influence to champion the chemistry profession and provide resources that raise standards.
We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer
The Disability Confident Committed Scheme is a voluntary government initiative. It has been designed by employers and disabled people’s representatives to help employers recruit and retain people with disabilities and those with health conditions.
Our people
Being part of the Royal Society of Chemistry is to be at the heart of a dedicated, forward-thinking and passionate collection of people.
It’s a great place to work – occasionally challenging, always enjoyable and certainly never boring.
Susannah Davies - Editorial Production Manager, Journals, Inorganic portfolio, UK office
I’m so pleased to be part of such a fun and generous community and can't wait to see what projects the future brings.
Kathryn Gempf - Deputy Editor, Journals, UK office
I really like working at the RSC because of its strong connection with the chemical science community, both in China and around the world. I enjoy what I do as I not only publicise the most up-to-date research results but also help raise the profile of chemistry.
Justin Xu - Marketing and Intelligence Manager, China office
Equal opportunities statement
The Royal Society of Chemistry is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I). Our values are that we are:
- Professional
- Dedicated
- Enabling
- Respectful
Our aim is that our workforce, at all levels, will be truly representative of all sections of society and each employee feels respected and able to give of their best.
We work to create an environment where every employee can develop to their full potential and a workplace which is free of discrimination. We promote dignity and respect for all.
Employee benefits
When you work for the Royal Society of Chemistry, you’re entitled to a suite of benefits tailored to your location.
Litmus
- Employees can choose and opt for benefits via our Benefits Platform.
- Discounts at hundreds of online and high street retailers.
Work/life balance
- 26 days paid holiday per annum: plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time staff). After five years' service, holiday entitlement increases to 29 days.
- Buying holiday: you can purchase up to five days (or pro-rated for part time staff) additional holiday per annum (total annual leave is capped at 35 days).
- 35-hour working week with flexible options: our standard core hours are 09:00 – 17:00, Monday to Friday.
- Subsidised staff restaurant at Thomas Graham House, Cambridge: on-site restaurant serving a wide range of fresh hot and cold food daily.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
- Free car parking at Thomas Graham House, Cambridge.
- Paid volunteering days.
Financial security
- Group personal pension scheme: where we contribute up to 12%, depending upon your contribution.
- Life assurance at four times basic annual salary.
- Income protection: insurance to cover long-term absence due to illness or incapacity to work.
- Critical illness insurance cover: taxable benefit which would pay a lump sum.
Health
- Private healthcare plan: taxable benefit providing extensive healthcare which can also be purchased for family members.
- Cycle to work schemes up to the value of £1,500.
- Eyecare at work scheme.
- Employee assistance programme: easy to access and confidential assistance is available for our employees and their immediate family members, covering a vast range of areas.
- Wellness initiatives including annual flu vaccinations.
Career
- Long service awards.
- Recognition awards.
- Relocation expenses: for some roles, we are able to provide relocation assistance for new employees.
- Membership subscription to your professional body: we offer our employees the opportunity to become members of the Royal Society of Chemistry which provides a host of other benefits. We also offer the opportunity for another paid subscription for membership to your professional body, where applicable.
- Staff flats: employees have the use of two flats on-site at our offices in Cambridge, subject to availability. These are let out at a financially attractive rate for our employees.
Learning and development
- An extensive suite of internal and external courses.
- Career development opportunities.
- Professional study support.
- Employee mentoring programme.
- Retirement planning workshops.
Social
- Staff sports and social club.
Plus the following voluntary benefits:
- Give As You Earn charity donation scheme.
- Interest free season ticket loan scheme.
- Car/motorcycle loan scheme.
- Free access to the Royal Academy of Arts, on request.
Litmus
- Employees can choose and opt for benefits via our benefits platform.
Work/life balance
- 15 days paid holiday per annum: plus public holidays (pro-rata for part time staff). After five years service, holiday entitlement increases to 20 days.
- Buying holiday: you can purchase up to five days additional holiday per annum (total annual leave is capped at 25 days).
- Paid volunteering days.
Financial Security
- Pension: state provision: 20% employer cost, 8% employee cost.
- Personal accident insurance.
- Heating allowance as set by the local government.
Health
- Additional medical insurance: extended cover for a second child If there is no second child the cover is extended to spouse. Maternity – additional cover for maternity related medical expenses for self and 25% for a child under 18 years.
- Annual health checks.
- Eyecare at work scheme.
Career
- Long service awards.
- Recognition awards.
- Membership subscription to your professional body: we offer our employees the opportunity to become members of the Royal Society of Chemistry which provides a host of other benefits. We also offer the opportunity for another paid subscription for membership to your professional body, where applicable.
Learning and development
- An extensive suite of internal and external courses.
- Career development opportunities.
- Professional study support.
- Employee mentoring programme.
Litmus
- Employees can choose and opt for benefits via our benefits platform.
Work/life balance
- 30 days paid holiday per annum: plus public holidays (pro-rata for part time staff). After five years service, holiday entitlement increases to 33 days.
- Buying holiday: you can purchase up to five days additional holiday per annum (total annual leave is capped at 35 days).
- Paid volunteering days.
Financial security
- Pension: government run pension – percentage contribution based on income.
Health
- State health insurance.
- Accident insurance.
- Eyecare at work scheme.
Career
- Long service awards.
- Recognition awards
- Membership subscription to your professional body: we offer our employees the opportunity to become members of the Royal Society of Chemistry which provides a host of other benefits. We also offer the opportunity for another paid subscription for membership to your professional body, where applicable.
- Learning and development.
- An extensive suite of internal and external courses.
- Career development opportunities.
- Professional study support.
- Employee mentoring programme.
Litmus
- Employees can choose and opt for benefits via our benefits platform.
Work/life balance
- 25 days paid holiday per annum: plus public holidays (pro-rata for part time staff). After five years service, holiday entitlement increases to 28 days.
- Buying holiday: you can purchase up to five days additional holiday per annum (total annual leave is capped at 33 days).
- Paid volunteering days.
Financial security
- Pension: registered provident fund – employer contributions 12% of basic annual salary.
- Accident insurance.
- Car/motorcycle loan scheme.
- Portico - flex-basket portal.
Health
- Group medical cover: covers staff and dependents. Covers hospitalisation and in-patient care.
- Eyecare at work scheme.
Career
- Long service awards.
- Recognition awards.
- Membership subscription to your professional body: we offer our employees the opportunity to become members of the Royal Society of Chemistry which provides a host of other benefits. We also offer the opportunity for another paid subscription for membership to your professional body, where applicable.
Learning and development
- An extensive suite of internal and external courses.
- Career development opportunities.
- Professional study support.
- Employee mentoring programme.
Litmus
- Employees can choose and opt for benefits via our benefits platform.
Work/life balance
- 15 days paid holiday per annum: plus public holidays (pro-rata for part time staff). After two years service, holiday entitlement increases to 20 days and then to 23 days after 5 years service.
- Buying holiday: you can purchase up to five days additional holiday per annum (total annual leave is capped at 26 days).
- Paid volunteering days.
Financial security
- Pension: government run pension – percentage contribution based on income.
Health
- Health insurance: government scheme.
- Accident insurance, including life cover.
- Annual Health checks, including eye.
- Flu vaccination.
Career
- Long service awards.
- Recognition awards.
- Membership subscription to your professional body: we offer our employees the opportunity to become members of the Royal Society of Chemistry which provides a host of other benefits. We also offer the opportunity for another paid subscription for membership to your professional body, where applicable.
Learning and development
- An extensive suite of internal and external courses.
- Career development opportunities.
- Professional study support.
- Employee mentoring programme.
Litmus
- Employees can choose and opt for benefits via our benefits platform.
Work/life balance
- 15 days paid holiday per annum: plus public holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff). After five years service, holiday entitlement increases to 21 days.
- Buying holiday: you can purchase up to five days additional holiday per annum (total annual leave is capped at 24 days).
- PERKS - discount program: ADP TotalSource via LifeMart ®.
- Paid volunteering days.
Financial security
- Pension: 401K pension plan with matching employer/employee contributions to a maximum of 5%.
- Online Commuter Benefits (OCB).
- Car/motorcycle loan scheme.
Health
- Health and welfare plan: ADP TotalSource via AETNA. Employees can choose one of two plans:
- High Deductible - 3000/90%.
- Lower Deductible - 750/90%.
- Employee assistance programme: work-Life employee assistance program provided by ADP via LifeCare.
- Life assurance at two times basic annual salary.
- Long term disability cover.
- Employee wellness: access to wellness initiatives via Aetna Discount Program and Aetna Neighborhood Wellness.
- Eyecare at work scheme.
Career
- Long service awards.
- Recognition awards.
- Membership subscription to your professional body: we offer our employees the opportunity to become members of the Royal Society of Chemistry which provides a host of other benefits. We also offer the opportunity for another paid subscription for membership to your professional body, where applicable.
Learning and development
- An extensive suite of internal and external courses.
- Career development opportunities.
- Professional study support.
- Employee mentoring programme.
Internships
During the summer months, we have internships and summer placement opportunities available in teams throughout the Royal Society of Chemistry. These placements offer undergraduate students and graduates the opportunity to gain work experience that helps toward developing a career in science without working in the lab.
These placements are not always open for applications. To find out what opportunities are currently available and sign up for job alerts, please visit our current vacancies page.
Science writer internship
If you are a graduate or student under graduate and have a passion for science writing, this placement could be for you.
Our Science Writer placement offers an undergraduate student or graduate with an enthusiasm for science writing an opportunity to gain experience working for two of our publications: Chemistry World and Education in Chemistry.
This eight week position, supported by the Marriott Bequest Trust, will provide a hands-on introduction to the complete editorial process from writing and editing to page layout and printing.
Graduate opportunities
We occasionally have opportunities available to graduates looking to start or build upon a career in chemistry. Please visit our graduate opportunities page to find out what's available and apply.