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The Royal Society is a self-governing Fellowship of distinguished scientists drawn from all areas of science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine. The Society’s fundamental purpose is to recognise, promote and support excellence in science and to encourage the development and use of science for the benefit of humanity. The Society has played a part in some of the most fundamental, significant and life-changing discoveries in scientific history and Royal Society scientists continue to make outstanding contributionsto science across the wide breadth of research areas.

The Royal Society is the national academy for science in the UK.   This role sits within the Society’s Education Policy team, part of a wider Science policy team. A key aim of our work is to bring about change in the education system, including equipping young people with the skills needed to thrive in a data- and technology-rich world.  As programme manager, it is expected that a major focus of your role will be in shaping and implementing a programme of activities in support of the recommendations of a

The Royal Society is an endorsing body for the Global Talent Visa, applying our sector expertise to manage visa endorsements for research and innovation professionals wishing to work in the UK. This post will play an important role in helping the Royal Society expand the Global Talent visa, which is vital to the mobility of the academic and research community. Working with colleagues and Fellows you will work as part of a small team to manage the...

To lead on the implementation of the Society’s diversity and inclusion strategy and manage delivery of the associated programmes to implement the Society’s commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in UK science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) by seeking to increase participation from underrepresented and minority groups. To be the Society’s go to person for advice on diversity and inclusion matters, and to ensure that the programmes fulfil the Royal Society’s objectives and expectations of quality, and that they run effectively and efficiently. The post holder should ensure that Royal Society activities are imaginative, maximise impact with target audiences and reinforce the Society’s...

The Royal Society Grants team is responsible for administering the Society’s grants programmes including the major fellowships, international collaborations, capacity building initiatives, innovation and industry programmes.     The postholder will provide essential administrative support to the Grant Operations team to ensure that the Royal Society’s Grants schemes and programmes are being delivered in the most effective manner.