Apply Now for The Royal Society Scientists Scheme

Applications for the paring scheme are now open for scientists until 1 December 2020. The scheme will run from Monday 8 March to Friday 12 March 2021.

Why should I take part?
The Royal Society pairing scheme will give you an insight into how parliament and government work and how you can use your research findings to inform policy making. Through the scheme you will make lasting relationships with parliamentarians and civil servants as well as fellow scientists working across a wide range of scientific disciplines.

The application process
Applications for the pairing scheme are now open until 1 December 2020.

The Royal Society welcomes applications from scientists across all science, technology, engineering, medicine and mathematics (STEMM) disciplines working in academia or industry. To be eligible for the scheme applicants are required to have at least two years postdoctoral research experience or equivalent research experience in industry. We also recognise that a great deal of research is interdisciplinary in nature, therefore we are happy to consider applications from social or behavioural scientists who utilise or have an overlap with STEMM disciplines.

Applicants should also be able to demonstrate good communication skills and, in particular, an ability to communicate their research to a lay audience.

If you have any questions about the application process please contact public.affairs@royalsociety.org

Click here to apply.