For Post-Graduate Professionals in the first three years of a food career.
Starting your career in food science and technology is an exciting step, and IFST is here to support you every stage of the way. As a Post-Graduate Associate member, you’ll be part of a community that understands the challenges of moving from student to professional and is committed to helping you grow in confidence, capability and recognition.
Our Post-Graduate Associate membership is designed as a stepping stone between student and full professional membership, with fees that increase gradually over your first three years of employment. This makes it easier to invest in your professional development while you build your career.
Professional recognition
- Demonstrate your commitment to the Food Science & Technology sector
- Gain professional recognition by joining our registers
- Record your professional development with myCPD with a 70% discount for all IFST members
Scientific knowledge and expertise
- Access our Food Science & Technology magazine, International Journal of Food Science & Technology and enjoy a 20% discount on most print books available from Wiley
- Develop your knowledge and expertise with our peer-reviewed Information Statements and Food Science Fact Sheets
- Attend over 60 Events, Conferences, Workshops and Technical Visits organised each year
Networking and career opportunities
- Connect with a network of over 2800 food professionals
- Join and engage with our Special Interest Groups, IFST Branches and New Professional networks
- Benefit from exclusive access to IFST Community and network with other IFST members
If you have any questions about IFST Membership Levels and Professional Recognition, please contact us at membership@ifst.org