Working for Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

As an RPS member, get the support of our dedicated Science & Research Team to help you improve your knowledge, skills and experience.

The RPS works across every sector of pharmacy: we develop careers, build recognition and publish work both for and by our members.

How we can help

Recognition

• We champion pharmaceutical sciences and pharmacy research through the recommendations of our New Medicines Guide
• We help build policy and best practice with by responding to relevant consultations from the Government and other bodies
• We’re powerful advocates for pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists, maintaining strong links with the Government and other influential bodies, organisations, and groups
• As an RPS member, you’re entitled to use post-nominal letters after your name.

Publications

• Make the most out of our quick reference guides on Falsified Medicines Directive (FMD), pharmacovigilance, biosimilars and more
• Get 50% off your copy of the BNF, and at least 25% off all other Pharmaceutical Press titles
• Have the PJ and Clinical Pharmacist delivered directly to your door, plus online access and our mobile app
• Enjoy our events for less, including networking opportunities with the wider pharmacy, research and science community
• Learn at a time and place that suits you, thanks to our free webinars and library of previous sessions.

Professional development 

• We provide strategic leadership, advocacy and expert advice around pharmaceutical sciences and pharmacy research across the UK through our Science and Research Board
• Our Library services can advise on literature searches and database access, including Medline and International Pharmaceutical Abstracts
• Get advice and information from our Science and Research Team through their support services and resources
• Become a mentor or find mentoring support to help your career, via our mentoring service
• Gain or improve your professional skills, and develop leadership competence with the support of our Professional Development Frameworks
• Questions or uncertainties at work? Our one-to-one confidential enquiry service is here to help
• Join our Industrial Pharmacy Forum for free access to the European Industrial Pharmacy newsletter.

Get the knowledge, tools and connections to make your more effective in your role – join the RPS today.

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Already a member? Visit www.rpharms.com/renewals2019

Who is eligibile?

RPS membership as a Pharmaceutical Scientist is available to anyone with a bachelor's degree and at least two years in a pharmaceutical scientist role. 

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