Registered Scientist
Demonstrate high levels of professionalism and competence in science as a Registered Scientist (RSci)
RSci is a widely recognised benchmark of professional quality and excellence, that demonstrates your high levels of professionalism and competence in science.
" Being professionally registered means my knowledge and professionalism are formally recognised and demonstrates my ability to perform my role to a high standard, and with integrity"
Jacqui, Andrology Technologist, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Kings Lynn
Applying through the IBMS
To apply for professional registration as a Registered Scientist (RSci) you must be either an Member, Associate or Licentiate of the IBMS and be committed to maintaining your CPD.
You must also have two years' professional experience and hold a level 5 qualification or equivalent.
Meeting RSci competency statement standards
As part of your application, you will also need to demonstrate that your professional knowledge and skills meet the standards set out in the Science Council's RSci competency standards statement.
Guidance on how to demonstrate you meet the standards can be found in ur RSci application guidance.
Fees and application process
Fees
As an IBMS member it costs £23 annually to be a Registered Scientist (RSci) through the Science Council providing you meet the criteria and your application is accepted,
Criteria
You must be a member of a professional body to apply for professional registration with the Science Council.
Your application
To apply:
- Read the RSci application guidance
- Download and complete the RSci application form and include:
- evidence of two years' CPD
- signature from a proposer who is a Chartered Scientist (CSci)
- payment
- Send your completed application electronically to christianburt@ibms.org or post to:
Registered Scientist
Institute of Biomedical Science
12 Coldbath Square
London
EC1R 5HL
Alternatively, you can apply through the Science Council on-line application system
Further information
For help and advice contact christianburt@ibms.org or call +44 207 731 0214 ext 141.
Assessing your application
Once received, we will assess your application and contact you to let you know whether your application has been successful.
If successful we will issue you with a certificate, your name will then be entered onto the Science Council's register of Registered Scientists and you will be able to use the designatory letters RSci.
To maintain your status as a professionally registered scientist with the Science Council you are expected to engage in CPD every year.
Additional resources
Further information on how to maintain your Registered Science Technician (RSciTech) status can be found on the Science Council's Registered Scientists resources page.
Support with you application
For further information or help with the application process contact christianburt@ibms.org or call +44 (0)207 731 0214 ext 141.