Partner with IBioIC | Industry & Academic Engagement in Industrial Biotechnology
From hosting the next generation of researchers to shaping the curriculum that trains them — there are multiple ways for your organisation to get involved.
Work with IBioIC to build Scotland's sustainable bioeconomy.
IBioIC connects industry and academia across Scotland's industrial biotechnology ecosystem - supporting funded PhD research, industry placements, workforce development and curriculum innovation. Whether you represent a company looking to access talent and R&D support, or a university department seeking industry partnerships, there is a meaningful role for you here.
INDUSTRY PARTNERS
Partner with IBioIC to access Scotland's industrial biotechnology talent pipeline.
From hosting the next generation of researchers to shaping the curriculum that trains them, there are multiple ways for your organisation to get involved.
Recruitment pipeline
Host an MSc placement student
Our 10-week industry placements (May–July) give you hands-on support with R&D projects while you meet your potential future hires. Applications open each November.
Funded R&D
Co-develop a PhD project
IBioIC funds up to 50% of PhD project costs (UKRI intervention rates). Whether you have a fully formed project or just an idea looking for a partner, we want to hear from you.
Professional development
Participate in CTP and BITS training
Industry members are welcome on many of our CPD and training courses. Get in touch to find out what's coming up, or follow IBioIC on LinkedIn for the latest announcements.
Talent access
Access our graduate talent network
Over a decade of IBioIC-trained alumni are active across Scotland's biotech sector. If you are looking for your latest hire, share your vacancies with our highly qualified graduate community.
Coming soon
Shape the future skills agenda
We are developing new ways for industry to feed directly into curriculum development and national skills planning. Get in touch now to share your views on the graduate attributes Scotland's biotech sector needs.
Outreach
Inspire Scotland’s future biotech workforce
Interested in giving back to the next generation of scientists and engineers? IBioIC can connect you with local and national outreach programmes looking for inspiring industry role models — particularly if your career path into biotechnology has not been linear. Your story could open doors for the talent of the future.
ACADEMIC PARTNERS
Work with IBioIC to build Scotland's sustainable bioeconomy.
IBioIC sits at the intersection of academia and industry across Scotland and the wider UK bioeconomy. Partner with us to access co-funding, industrial networks and collaborative training opportunities that benefit your students, your research and your institution.
Matched Funding
Collaborate on a funded PhD project
IBioIC provides up to 50% matched funding for PhD studentships, provided the project has an industry focus and an industry partner in place. Live calls are announced throughout the year.
Curriculum
Contribute to IBioIC MSc delivery
Do you have a module that would strengthen Scotland's leading industrial biotechnology MSc? We are always looking for new academic contributors to ensure our programme remains at the leading edge of the field - in both content and industry relevance.
Networking
Access IBioIC's industrial network
Join IBioIC as an individual member and tap into one of Europe's most connected industrial biotechnology ecosystems with direct links to companies across Scotland, the UK and internationally. You can also connect directly with the IBioIC impact manager assigned to your institution.
Outreach
Engage with outreach and student events
Looking for industry speakers to inspire your students? Want the IBioIC skills team to attend your next careers event or open day? We are happy to support engagement activities across Scotland's university sector and beyond.
Coming soon
Skills Observatory
IBioIC is developing a new framework for academic partners to help shape Scotland's industrial biotechnology skills agenda at a national level. More details to follow.