Becoming a Registered Scientist
Professional registration as a Registered Scientist (RSci) recognises high levels of skill and professional responsibility
RSci is a widely recognised benchmark of professional quality and excellence, demonstrating high levels of professionalism and competence in science.
Who can become a Registered Scientist (RSci)?
To apply for professional registration as a Registered Scientist through the IBMS you will need:
- to be an IBMS Member, Associate or Licentiate
- to hold a level 5 qualification or equivalent
- to have two years' professional experience and
- to be committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
RSci Competency Statement Standards
As part of your application, you will need to demonstrate that your professional knowledge and skills meet the standards set out in the Science Council's RSci competency standards statement.
How to Apply
- read our RSci application guidance
- download and complete our RSci application form, including:
- evidence of two years' CPD
- signature from a proposer who is a Chartered Scientist
- payment
- send to christianburt@ibms.org or Registered Scientist, Institute of Biomedical Science, 12 Coldbath Square, London EC1R 5HL
- Or alternatively, you can apply through the Science Council on-line application system
Not an IBMS member?
You must be a member of a professional body to apply for professional registration with the Science Council.
To apply for professional registration with the Science Council as a Registered Scientist:
- find the right Science Council register for you - you will find information on the appropriate grade of IBMS membership for each register on this page
- download and complete an IBMS membership application form
- read our RSci application guidance
- download and complete our RSci application form, including:
- evidence of two years' CPD
- signature from a proposer who is a Chartered Scientist
- payment (IBMS membership fee + Science Council registration fee)
- send to christianburt@ibms.org or Registered Scientist, Institute of Biomedical Science, 12 Coldbath Square, London EC1R 5HL
Next steps
We will assess your application and contact you to let you know whether your application has been successful.
If your application is successful we will issue you with a certificate, your name will 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 continuing professional development (CPD) each year.
Find out about maintaining your Registered Scientist (RSci) status on the Science Council website.
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.