I have spent the last week at AstraZeneca with Caroline where we saw over 60 people in two days of back to back appointments and another 30 in a couple of careers workshops on a third day. more...

Sorry for the delay in writing folks I have been all over the place but it has given me some good ideas…..one of which is selling yourself. more...

It’s all very well subscribing to social/professional networking sites like LinkedIn but you make sure that you keep your profile up to date. more...

If you decide to take time off work to raise your children, how easy is it to go back into science? more...

Exciting news. Today we have had a new strategy unveiled at the RSC……to celebrate 175 years of the RSC (in 2016) we are moving to becoming more online globally which is great for all you members who don’t live in the UK (and of course those of you who do!). more...

I like to talk; a lot. It’s one of my main strengths but it can also be a weakness. more...

I am out and about in Reading this week doing over 30 consultations and I have been looking to members for my inspiration. I have a question (or two): do you love reading? Ever thought about becoming a librarian? more...

I am in Leeds and Sheffield this week and have already had two people ask me about doing extra qualifications whether it be an MSc or a Prince2 certificate. The question is, is it worth it? more...

CPD is the means by which professionals maintain, improve and broaden their knowledge and skills and develop the personal qualities required in their working lives. For many chemical scientists this also includes keeping up to date with new developments in their field. more...

Things are about to get a little bit crazy as I prepare to leave the office pretty much until the 11th April. I will be out and about doing careers surgeries which are open to all members and are held in various locations in the UK. more...