Pharmacology 2025 Volunteer (multiple roles available)

Help at the BPS Annual Meeting and receive a free ticket!

Are you passionate about the life sciences? Are you looking for an opportunity to volunteer at a high profile, international conference?  

The British Pharmacological Society is inviting applications for volunteers to support the delivery of Pharmacology 2025 from 16 - 18 December 2025. This role is ideal for someone starting out their career in the life sciences, or someone looking to add a global conference to their events CV. The successful candidate will show enthusiasm for volunteering, be a keen team player and have a ‘can-do’ attitude.  

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Last year's Annual Meeting brought in more than 700 delegates from 50 countries, and this year we hope to build on that success. Students, researchers, academics, industry professionals, healthcare practitioners and policy-makers will all unite at the ICC Belfast for three days of cutting-edge science, networking and a taste of Northern Irish culture.  

Volunteers will support the BPS staff team onsite at the event, with roles including question moderation, supporting session Chairs, assisting with delegate registrations and contributing to social media at the event. Successful candidates will be required to work on-site at the ICC Belfast, Northern Ireland. Applications will be accepted from candidates based all over the UK, Ireland and the wider Common Travel Area. However, please note that we are unable to contribute towards travel or accommodation expenses.

Volunteers will be offered one additional day of complimentary registration for the conference in return for each day of volunteering. Lunch and refreshments will be provided on each day.

No event-specific experience is needed, and any required training will be provided at the start of your first working day. 

About the British Pharmacological Society 

We are a charity with a mission to promote and advance the whole spectrum of pharmacology. We lead the way in the research and application of pharmacology around the world. We are a friendly and collaborative global community, with over 4,000 members from more than 60 countries worldwide. 

How to apply 

To apply for this position, please email your application to meetings@bps.ac.uk marked for the attention of Becki Wingell, Events Manager. Your application should include an up-to-date CV and one-page covering letter stating why you want to volunteer with the BPS and highlighting which of your skills and experience are especially relevant to this role, before the closing date of Wednesday 1 October, 5pm (GMT).

Interviews: Informal phone/video conversations will take place in mid-November. These will not be formal interviews, but an opportunity for shortlisted candidates to meet the organising team and learn more about the conference.