Want to help shape the future of the Royal Entomological Society?
Apply to stand for Trustee election
We have an exciting opportunity for trustees to join the RES team from September 2025. We are looking for candidates ready to actively contribute to the governance and strategic direction of the Society in key areas, including Science, Policy and Society and Outreach.
Please do get in touch if you are passionate about the Royal Entomological Society and insect science, work well in a team and have good interpersonal skills, can commit the necessary time and possess skills and proven experience in: fundraising; marketing; finance; publishing; education.
Apply for the following roles:
- Treasurer and Chair of Finance Committee
- Chair of Publications Committee
- Chair of Events Committee
- Chair of Education & Training Committee
- Early Career Trustee (10 years from end of study)
- Trustee (without chairing responsibilities)
Timeframes
Applications now open
Applications close on the 16 July 2025.
Voting will open on the 22 July 2025.
Voting will close on 26 August 2025.
The only pre-requisite for standing in trustee elections is that your are a Member or Fellow of the Society. You can be based in any part of the world and work or have interests in any field of entomology.
New trustees will be notified of the results and appointed at the AGM on 9 September, following online voting by the Members and Fellows of the Royal Entomological Society – Online voting will be open to all members and fellows from the dates listed above.
Please contact info@royensoc.co.uk if you have any questions.
Data provided as part of the application process will be treated in accordance with the Society’s Privacy Policy.
We look forward to hearing from you!
