Royal Society of Chemistry

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Chemistry is at the heart of the changes society needs: better healthcare, environmental protection, clean energy, and secure food and water for everyone. The chemical science community has the knowledge, skills and passion to make those a reality – together, we’re changing the world.

RSC Mini Conference: Skills and Pathways for a Sustainable Chemical Sciences Workforce - Day 1, Stage 5

As the chemical sciences evolve, so do the skills and career pathways that shape its workforce. This session will explore how professional development, recognition frameworks, and technical and vocational routes are enabling chemical scientists to build resilient, future focused careers. Join us to learn how the RSC and our industry community are broadening pathways into the profession and developing the skills that underpin a sustainable future.

14:00–14:30 – Keynote
Chemistry: A catalyst for change
Dr Helen Pain MBE CSci CChem FRSC, Chief Executive, Royal Society of Chemistry

14:30–14:45 – RSC Perspective
Technical and vocational pathways for professional development
Catherine Perry RSciTech MRSC, Professional Registration Specialist, Royal Society of Chemistry

14:45–15:00 – Industry Case Study
Degree apprenticeships in the pharmaceutical industry
Christina Dumitriu Jackson, Peptide Discovery Scientist, AstraZeneca

15:00–15:15 – Industry Case Study
Transferable skills to succeed in industry: perspectives from a battery tech SME
Dr Gary Baker CChem MRSC, Head of Manufacturing and Quality, Anaphite

15:15–16:00 – Panel Discussion & Q&A
Skills development, future skills, and emerging workforce needs
Panel: Catherine Perry (Host); Christina Dumitriu Jackson; Dr Gary Baker; Dr Alex Reip, RSC Trustee & Advisor, Oxford nanoSystems