ABPI - Careers in the pharmaceutical industry
Pharmaceutical company employees are all focused on a single task – delivering effective medicines to patients. Our scientists and engineers work at the cutting edge of science and technology, using state of the art techniques to deliver the medicines of the future.
http://abpi-careers.org.uk/
Athena Forum
The Athena Forum was set up in 2008 as a successor organisation to the Athena Project which ran from 1999 to 2007. Its mission is to provide a strategic oversight of developments that seek to, or have proven to, advance the career progression and representation of women in science, technology, mathematics, and medicine (STEMM) in UK higher education.
http://www.athenaforum.org.uk/index.htm
Athena SWAN Charter for Women in Science Awards
Athena SWAN awards recognise and celebrate good practice on recruiting, retaining and promoting women in SET in higher education.
http://www.athenaswan.org.uk/html/athena-swan/awards/
Chartered Scientist (CSci)
CSci represents, a single chartered mark for all scientists, recognising high levels of professionalism and competence in science. There are currently over 13,000 Chartered Scientists working in a vast array of settings and across all scientific and related sectors.
http://www.charteredscientist.org/
EduServ Vacancies
Academic and university support positions
http://www.vacancies.ac.uk/
Find a Masters
Posgrad Masters degree courses
http://www.findamasters.com/
Find a PhD
Postgrad research degrees, PhD studentships and scholarships
http://www.findaphd.com/
Find a Postdoc
Postdoc jobs and postdoctoral research posts worldwide
http://www.findapostdoc.com/
Guardian Jobs
Jobs advertised in the Guardian
http://www.jobs.guardian.co.uk/
Hobson's Postgrad
Search for postgrad programmes, information about postgrad life
http://www.postgrad.hobsons.com/
Jobs in Science
Jobs in Science is a specialist employment business providing recruitment solutions to the science industry in the UK.
http://www.jobsinscience.com/
Jobs in Science (USA)
Search job sites, company career pages and associations for jobs in science in the USA.
http://jobsinscience.org/
Jobs.ac.uk
Academic jobs
http://www.jobs.ac.uk/
Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board
The Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board (JRCPTB) replaces the JCHMT and JCBMT (formally GPT & IMSPEC). The JRCPTB includes Core Medical Training (CMT), Specialty Training, Acute Care Common Stem and FTSTAs . You will also find information on training and assessment for current SpRs, LATs and FTTAs.
http://www.jrcptb.org.uk/Pages/homepage.aspx
Life Sciences Jobs Board (Society of Biology)
A selection of current jobs available in the Life Sciences.
http://www.societyofbiology.org/jobs
Medical Schools Council clinical academic jobs
Find clinical professorship, fellowship and lectureship vacancies at universities across the UK.
http://www.clinicalacademicjobs.org/medical
NatureJobs.com
Jobs advertised in Nature
http://www.nature.com/naturejobs/index.html
New Scientist Jobs
Jobs advertised in New Scientist
http://www.newscientistjobs.com/jobs/default.aspx
NHS Careers
Vacancies and information about working for the NHS
http://www.nhscareers.nhs.uk/index.shtml
Prospects.ac.uk
Jobs, careers advice and further study opportunities
http://www.prospects.ac.uk/cms/ShowPage/Home_page/p!eLaXi
RCP Section on Endocrinology and Diabetes
The Royal College of Physicians section on Endocrinology and Diabetes lists upcoming training events and courses in this speciality.
http://www.rcplondon.ac.uk/specialties/Endocrinology-Diabetes/Pages/CPD-events.aspx
RD Info
Courses, funding and research advice
http://www.rdinfo.org.uk/
RSM Endocrinology and Diabetes Section
The Royal Society of Medicine section on endocrinology and diabetes lists training events and courses in this speciality.
http://www.rsm.ac.uk/academ/smtendoc.php
Science Career Magazine
A weekly online publication that covers scientific training, career development and the science job market.
http://sciencecareers.sciencemag.org/career_development/
Shinton Consulting
Careers advice, information and professional development training to scientists, academic researchers, research students and academic staff
http://www.shintonconsulting.com/
Society of Biology
The Society of Biology’s vision is to represent all who are committed to biology in academia, industry, education and research; to facilitate the promotion and translation of advances in biological science for national and international benefit, and to engage and encourage public interest in the life sciences.
We are the leading professional body representing many of the learned societies and other organisations making up the diverse landscape of the biological sciences, as well as thousands of individuals.
Members include practising scientists, students at all levels, professionals in academia, industry and education, and non-professionals with an interest in biology. With an effective membership of over 80,000, we are uniquely placed to represent the wider bioscience community and serve the public interest.
http://www.societyofbiology.org/home
The Academy of Biomedical Sciences
Information on careers in biomedical sciences
http://www.academicmedicine.ac.uk/
The Concordat
The Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers sets out the expectations and responsibilities of researchers, their managers, employers and funders. It aims to increase the attractiveness and sustainability of research careers in the UK and to improve the quantity, quality and impact of research for the benefit of UK society and the economy.
http://www.researchconcordat.ac.uk/
The Graduate
Graduate jobs, graduate schemes and graduate programmes in the UK.
http://www.thegraduate.co.uk/
The International Virtual Medical School
Provides medical education resources and services for students
http://www.ivimeds.org/
The UKRC
The UKRC is the Government's lead organisation for the provision of advice, services and policy consultation regarding the under-representation of women in science, engineering, technology and the built environment (SET).
They work with employers; professional bodies; education institutions; women's organisations and networks; policy institutes; sector skills councils; the government and many others to promote gender equality in SET.
They also offer tailored services and support for women at all career stages, including getting started, returning after a break, seeking promotion and aspiring to leadership.
The UKRC is funded by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills.
http://www.theukrc.org/
UCAS
UCAS is the organisation responsible for managing applications to higher education courses in the UK.
http://www.ucas.com/
UK University Biology/Bioscience Depts
List of links to department homepages
http://www.biology4all.com/biosci_depts.asp
Vitae
Vitae is a national organisation championing the personal, professional and career development of doctoral researchers and research staff in higher education institutions and research institutes.
http://vitae.ac.uk/
What can I do with my degree? (NHS Careers)
What can I do with my degree? – is the careers site for undergraduates and graduates who want to build a career in the NHS. Enter your university subject in our search engine to see the very latest guidance on career prospects and examples from other graduates now working in the NHS.
http://www.whatcanidowithmydegree.nhs.uk/Default.aspx
Women in Science Awards
10 years ago, L’Oréal and UNESCO founded the For Women In Science Programme to promote and highlight the critical importance of ensuring greater participation of women in science.
Each year, the programme recognises the achievements of exceptional female scientists across the globe and awards them with fellowships to help further their research.
Since the programme was founded in 1998, over 700 women in 70 countries have been recognised for their research and received funding to further their careers.
http://www.womeninscience.co.uk/about.php