The Royal Society Entrepreneur in Residence (EiR) scheme aims to increase the knowledge and awareness in UK universities of cutting edge industrial science, research and innovation.

The scheme provides opportunities for enthusiastic, highly experienced industrial scientists and entrepreneurs to spend one day a week at a university developing a bespoke project to:

• expose university staff and students to state-of-the-art industrial research and development, and the scientific challenges faced by industry
• provide support and expert advice aimed at promoting innovation and the translation of research by universities
• grow confidence in and understanding of business and entrepreneurship among staff and students
• provide career recognition to the award holders, and support their professional development

Criteria

Applicants should have a background in science and engineering and must be able to demonstrate significant experience of working in science in an industrial research context, and one or more of the following:

• experience of managing university-business collaborations and the translation and commercialisation of research
• experience of entrepreneurship, such as company formation and growth, investment etc
• experience or interest in training, coaching or mentoring

The EiR awards are for two years. The value of the scheme is up to a maximum of £40,000 over the two years.

How to apply

Visit the Entrepreneur in Residence webpage for more information and to apply. You will need to register some details to be able to apply.

For further information, or if you have any questions, contact industry@royalsociety.org.