Benefits at a glance

As a member of the Royal Society of Chemistry, you gain access to a wealth of opportunities designed to support your career, enhance your professional development, and connect you with a global community of chemical scientists. 

Join the RSC today and take advantage of these exclusive benefits. Whether you're a student, early-career professional, or experienced scientist, your membership provides unparalleled opportunities for growth, recognition, and collaboration. 

Community and networking 

Collaboration and knowledge-sharing are at the heart of the RSC membership community. We provide networks for you to connect, engage, and grow within the chemical sciences community. 

• Interest groups – Join over 70 scientific networks focused on a specific area or application of the chemical sciences. 
• Local sections – Network with members in your area through events such as scientific lectures, public lectures, schools activities and social events. 
• Subject communities – Our subject communities bring together members with similar scientific and professional interests, including from across our interest groups, to advance their subject areas. 
• Consultants’ directory – Free registration for members, providing exposure to potential clients and collaborators helping to advance a wide range of chemistry and chemical technology disciplines.  
• Discounted access to RSC events – Enjoy lower rates for conferences, workshops, and networking sessions. 
• Volunteering opportunities – Contribute to the RSC by joining committees, engaging in education and outreach, and shaping policy discussions. 
• Policy and advocacy – Participate in thought leadership initiatives covering sustainability, diversity, education and beyond

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Professional development and support 

Our support is there for you at every stage of your career, offering tailored resources and expert guidance to help you succeed. 

• One-to-one career support – Our consultations offer a confidential space to discuss your professional situation and give you the confidence to take the next step in your career. . 
• Mentoring - benefit from expert guidance through our mentoring programs—whether you're seeking support to navigate career challenges or looking to give back by becoming a mentor and sharing your expertise with others 
• Online career support– Utilise it to build and improve your professional profile and interview technique, as well as assess your strengths. 
• Pathfinder CPD tracker – Map a course for your future career through discovery of new skills development, tracking your progress and reflecting on your successes.  
• Designatory letters (AMRSC, MRSC, FRSC) – Demonstrate your professional status and expertise. 
• Professional development awards – Demonstrate your experience and ongoing commitment to continuous professional development with a range of awards that reflect a wide range of career stages and specialisms.  
  • Chartered Chemist (CChem) – Recognises high professional standards and expertise in chemistry. 
  • Chartered Scientist (CSci) – Demonstrates competence and commitment across the sciences. 
  • Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) – Highlights expertise in sustainability and environmental impact. 
  • Registered Scientist (RSci) and Registered Science Technician (RSciTech) – Ideal for early-career professionals, acknowledging practical skills and professional growth. 
• Approved training courses – Peer-reviewed learning opportunities across various chemistry disciplines discounted to support RSC members development. 
• Pay and reward survey report – A valuable benchmarking resource for salary and career progression. 

Knowledge and insight 

Stay informed and up to date with access to high-quality scientific literature and industry insights. 

• Chemistry World subscription – Access a wealth of articles, interviews, and opinion pieces covering the latest developments in chemistry, available online to all members. 
• Journal access and APC discount – Select access to journals related to your specialism and publish open access research with a 15% discount on Article Processing Charges. 
• Digital library – A comprehensive range of supporting chemistry literature and databases. 
• Book discounts – Save 35% on purchases from the RSC bookshop. 

Funding and grants 

We provide funding and grants to help advance your career, support research, and remove financial barriers. 

• Researcher development and travel grant – For early-career scientists in academia and industry. 
• Sustainable laboratories grants – Funding for environmentally sustainable lab initiatives. 
• Researcher collaboration grant – Support for cross-sector and interdisciplinary research collaborations. 
• Research fund – Grants for members with limited access to research funding. 
• Accessibility and carer grants – Financial assistance for members needing additional support to attend professional events.