We hold regular recruitment calls for volunteers based on Edinburgh BioQuarter to support the delivery of community science engagement activities.

Our volunteers represent a wide range of roles and organisations across Edinburgh BioQuarter, including scientists and professional services staff from University research centres, health innovation companies and the NHS.

Please contact the community team to find out more.

Our volunteers tell us that they reap personal reward; a sense of enjoyment, satisfaction and growth which all contribute towards a richer work life now and in the future.

“It has made me more confident interacting with teenagers and identifying ways in which to explain topics in a way that works for them to understand… Overall it was a great experience.” (ScienceMentors@Castlebrae Mentor)

“Engagement with a local community that has a lot of under-privileged children is a very worthwhile project. I’ve always enjoyed interacting with public, particularly children.” (Community Science Festival volunteer)

“I personally gained a greater sense of purpose from delivering our content at community events.” (Community Science Festival volunteer)

If you would like to discuss ways you may be able to get involved or support the Edinburgh BioQuarter Community Engagement Project, please contact community@edinburghbioquarter.com.