Participate in the Pay and Reward Survey 2023 – open until 12 July
How to take part in the 2023 survey
Look out for your email invitation with a personalised link and complete the survey by 12 July. Results will be published in our report in November 2023. If you are a member of the Royal Society of Chemistry and you have not yet received your emailed link, please contact the Career Management team using the contact form on this webpage. Every member’s response counts and every member who participates will receive the report when it is published.
Find out more about our Pay and Reward Survey 2023 from our FAQs below:
Pay and Reward Report 2021
Every two years, we ask our members to share their experiences of working in the chemical sciences. We report on salaries, pensions, benefits, job security, skills, employees' needs and more.
It's a valuable resource for the chemical sciences profession. Not only does it provide benchmarking data for individuals, employers and recruiters, but evidence that we can use to drive positive change within the chemical sciences and beyond.
The 2021 survey was sponsored by CK Group, specialists in scientific, clinical and technical recruitment.
Find out how to access the report if you're not a member
2021 survey findings
The median salary increased but pay parity issues remained
While there was a 3.5% increase in median salary in 2019, women continued to earn less than men in 2021, despite sharing a similar level of responsibility.
The chemical sciences needs to address equality issues
For the chemical sciences to thrive and overcome new challenges it must attract, develop and retain a diverse range of people. Women, disabled people, those with caring responsibilities, and LGBT+ people continue to experience discrimination and bias. We're working hard to support our community and highlight examples in the report. The Pay and Reward data will feed into our evidence-driven approach to drive action on inclusive access and progression within the chemical sciences.
The most sought-after skills for career progression
Leadership and networking continued to be the skills that chemistry professionals wanted to develop over the next twelve months. It appeared that the sector's growing need for specialist digital skills wasn't reflected in individuals' priorities.
Pay and reward through the ages
Members can delve into our digital archives to find out how employment in the chemical sciences has changed over the last 100 years. What did a chemical scientist earn in 1919? What were the most lucrative industries to work in? When was the best time to be a chemist?
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You can purchase and download the report for £250. Alternatively, get free access as part of a comprehensive package of benefits when you become a Royal Society of Chemistry member. Join for as little as £20.
As a Royal Society of Chemistry member, you'll become part of a diverse global community of over 50,000 people who are working hard to create a better world. We'll give you resources, support and connections to help you stay at the forefront of your profession.
When you become a member you can help us influence challenges faced in the environment, education systems, inclusion and diversity and other areas of the chemical sciences.
Wherever you are in your relationship with the chemical sciences, there's a membership option to suit you.
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