Postgraduate Membership

Postgraduate membership is for students who have gained their first (undergraduate) degree and all who are studying for a postgraduate qualification (PhD, DPhil, MSc, MRes) in the molecular biosciences are welcome.

Join the learned society for molecular bioscientists and become part of our community of experts, develop as a scientist, and explore the career opportunities offered by this fascinating field.

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Becoming a Postgraduate Member will help you to...

Develop your expertise

Stay updated of the latest science and enhance your skillset with...

discounted registration fees to attend our diverse programme of scientific events, presenting cutting-edge research
discounted registration fees to attend our in-person and online training courses, covering practical, computational and soft skills
discounted registration fees for Royal Society of Biology training courses, via our partnership
access to Care and Assistance grants* to support any assistance-related costs required for you to attend our events and training, available from the start of your membership

Gain experience to help you succeed in research or beyond, using your membership to gain...

access to a range of grants to fund career-enhancing activities, including conference travel, online conference attendance, lab visits and more*
access to dedicated early career bursaries, grants and fellowships from our partners FEBS and IUBMB (as an automatic member)
opportunities to present your research in the ECR strand of our popular Biochemistry Focus webinar series
opportunities to translate your knowledge into impact through our science and education policy work

Connect with scientists within and beyond your research area with...

opportunities to attend member-only and networking events, such as our annual Early Career Symposium
expanding your international network through automatic membership of the FEBS and IUBMB, and access to International Sponsored Places*
your first 2 years of membership of the Royal Society of Biology for half price, giving you access to additional benefits and its Continuing Professional Development programme
opportunities to shape our activities via Annual General Meeting voting rights

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Key details

*Duration, cost and eligibility

Postgraduate membership is for students who have gained their first (undergraduate) degree and anyone who is studying for a postgraduate qualification in the molecular biosciences is welcome.

Members must be 18 years old or above.

1-year membership

Postgraduate membership costs just £32.50 for 1 year. Members on 1-year memberships can apply for member-exclusive grants* after 12 months of continuous membership.

3-year membership

Or, if you sign up for 3 years, this costs £88 (10% discount). 3-year members can also apply for member-exclusive grants* earlier, after 6 months of continuous membership.

*Please note that all grant funding is awarded by the Grants Committee based on a successful application in line with each grant's eligibility criteria.

Low- and middle-income countries

We offer a 50% discount on membership fees for those residing in low- and middle-income countries, as classified by the World Bank. Find out more about discounted membership on our member FAQs page.

Career breaks

If you are taking a break from your career, or have a background in molecular bioscience but now work in a related profession, you qualify for an associate membership.

Tax Relief

If you pay your own Society membership subscription and are a UK taxpayer, you can claim the tax back on your annual membership fee. Further details can be found on gov.uk.

For questions around costs or eligibility, please contact our Membership team who would be happy to assist or call them on +44 (0)20 3880 2793. You can also explore our FAQs webpage.

If you have questions about how Biochemical Society membership can support you, why not talk to your local Biochemical Society Ambassador? Our Ambassadors are Society members who you can contact with your questions about Society membership, and also include Student Ambassadors at either undergraduate or postgraduate level.

Explore our activities and support for postgraduates

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Careers resources

Where will the molecular biosciences take you? Explore our tips, resources and support for finding the right career, applying for jobs, or further study.

Webinars

Our Biochemistry Focus webinar series covers different topics related to the molecular biosciences, as well as practical sessions to support career development. Each webinar is free to attend and provides attendees with the opportunity to submit questions for the speakers.

Events Calendar

From scientific meetings and training courses to our wide-ranging webinar series, we bring together molecular bioscientists from across the sector to share knowledge and enhance their expertise.

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The Biochemist

The official magazine of the Biochemical Society, The Biochemist is an essential read for anyone interested in the fundamental processes of molecular biology, health, and disease. Published bi-monthly, themed issues keep readers up-to-date with news and views on issues of relevance to the molecular bioscience community.