Professional societies
The quality of our teaching and research is enhanced by our interaction with the professional communities into which our graduates are headed. The School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences enjoys links and relationships with a wide range of professional societies. Many of our staff are active members of these organisations, keeping in touch with industry developments and helping set the agenda for the future of the professions.
Students are encouraged to browse the links to these societies, as many offer student memberships and grants, and may be potential employers.
Association of Professional Engineers, Scientists and Managers of Australia (APESMA)
A national non-profit organisation representing the interests of pharmacists, scientists, engineers, managers and other professionals.
Association of Regulatory and Clinical Scientists to the Pharmaceutical Industry (ARCS)
An association of professionals involved in regulatory affairs, clinical research, medical information and health economics in the pharmaceutical and health care industries.
Ausbiotech
The peak body for the Australian biotechnology industry, with a membership base including biotechnology companies, research institutes and universities, as well as corporate, individual and student members.
Australasian Pharmaceutical Science Association (APSA)
A professional society for anyone with an interest in pharmaceutical science, irrespective of their educational background. Its membership is drawn from pharmacy schools, the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries and associated government departments.
Australasian Society of Clinical & Experimental Pharmacologists & Toxicologists (ASCEPT)
The peak professional society devoted to advancing excellence in clinical and experimental pharmacology and toxicology in Australasia.
Australasian Society for Medical Research (ASMR)
The peak professional society representing Australian health and medical researchers, ASMR has a long established role in scientific advocacy, runs the Australian Health and Medical Research Congress, and provides research awards and student travel grants.
Australian Association of Clinical Biochemists (AACB)
A professional society for practicing clinical biochemists in Australia and New Zealand, the AACB welcomes graduates in science and medicine together with technicians, students and others with an interest in clinical biochemistry.
Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology Incorporated (AIFST)
A national association representing individuals from all sectors of the Australian food and allied industries, AIFST is a member of the International Union of Food Science and Technology Organisations and has a strong reputation for facilitating food learning, networking and communication regardless of company size, industry segment or professional qualification.
Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS)
A professional association representing medical scientists working predominantly in hospital and private medical laboratories, AIMS provides medical scientists with the opportunity to continually update their professional knowledge through scientific meetings, its scientific journal, newsletters and postgraduate programs. It is also involved in maintaining the high academic and professional standards of medical scientists employed in Australian medical laboratories.
Australian Physiological Society (AuPS)
A professional association for Australian physiologists, AuPS aims to promote the advancement of the science of physiology and to encourage all aspects of research and teaching in the discipline.
Australian Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB)
Based in Kent Town, Adelaide, the ASBMB aims to advance Biochemistry and Molecular Biology in Australia, facilitating research and education, and interfacing with business and the community.
Australian Society for Ecotoxicology (ASE)
ASE is a scientific society for biologists, chemists, engineers and other environmental scientists concerned with environmental protection and management. It publishes the Australasian Journal for Ecotoxicology and quarterly newsletter and hosts regular conferences and seminars.
Australian Society for Immunology (ASI)
ASI is a broadly-based society, embracing clinical and experimental, cellular and molecular immunology in humans and animals. It aims to encourage, promote and support the discipline of Immunology in the Australasian region.
Australian Society for Microbiology (ASM)
A non-profit organisation, the ASM is a learned society devoted to furthering the science of microbiology.
Haematology Society of Australia and New Zealand (HSANZ)
HSANZ aims to inform members of the most recent developments in haematology, and to advance knowledge and inspire continued professional development in the discipline. It runs an Annual Scientific Meeting, and provides grants and awards for research, education and travel.
Health Informatics Society of Australia (HISA)
HISA provides a national focus for health informatics, its practitioners, industry and users, advocating on behalf of its members and providing opportunities for learning and professional development.
International Society for the Study of Xenobiotics (ISSX)
ISSX is devoted to supporting study and awareness of the metabolism and disposition of chemicals in biological systems.
International Society on Toxinology (IST)
The IST aims to advance knowledge on the properties of toxins and antitoxins and to bring together scholars interested in these substances.
National Society for Histotechnology (NSH)
A US-based society committed to the advancement of histotechnology, its practitioners and quality standards of practice through leadership, education and advocacy.
Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA)
The national professional organisation for pharmacists in Australia, the PSA is the leading advocacy organisation for pharmacists, influencing attitudes, opinions and policies through representation, networking, consultation, continuing education, practice support, standards, guidelines and a range of publications and health promoting programs and resources.
Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI)
RACI is both the qualifying body in Australia for professional chemists and a learned society promoting the science and practice of chemistry. It runs a National Convention and National Chemistry Week, and publishes newsletters and the monthly Chemistry in Australia magazine.
The Pharmacy Guild of Australia (PGA)
The Guild is a national employers' organisation with its membership made up of owners of some 4,500 pharmacies throughout Australia.
The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia (SHPA)
SHPA is a professional body representing over 1,600 pharmacists and pharmacy technicians practising in all parts of the Australian health system.