The Royal Society of Edinburgh

Who we are

The Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) is Scotland’s National Academy. Through the expertise of our Fellowship and the work of our staff, we bring together knowledge, ideas, and people to help address the most important issues facing Scotland and the wider world.

Our Fellowship of over 1,800 individuals spans academia, business, public service, the arts, and civil society. Alongside this, the RSE delivers a wide-ranging programme of research support, policy advice, public engagement, and international collaboration.

We are a collaborative, purpose-driven organisation with a strong commitment to supporting our people and promoting a positive and inclusive working culture.

Our culture and values

Our values and behaviours

• RESPECTFUL

  I treat my colleagues courteously and fairly, which includes valuing their beliefs, contributions, and ideas.

• ACCOUNTABLE

  I take responsibility for my decisions, actions and impacts, performance and behaviour.

• COLLABORATIVE

  I take a consistently proactive approach towards working with others in order to reach shared goals that couldn’t be delivered on my own.

• INNOVATIVE

  I am forward-thinking, coming up with solutions to problems, proposing ways through to the agreed outcomes.