Institute of Science in Society

www.i-sis.org.uk

Non-profit working for social responsibility and sustainable approaches in science. No jobs page but advertises voluntary opportunities.

Online Ethics

www.onlineethics.org

American website for engineers and scientists addressing ethical issues and promoting responsible research and practice.  

Pugwash

www.pugwash.org

Organise conferences and runs seminars on science and ethics and has national groups in over 50 countries worldwide.  

Scientists for Global Responsibility

www.sgr.org.uk

Promotes ethical science, design and technology. Runs a programme called
'Ethical careers in science, design and technology' which produces booklets, briefings and other information aimed at students and graduates.
Can provide specialist advice.

Union of Concerned Scientists

www.ucsusa.org/index.html

Citizens and scientists for environmental solutions. Advertises jos, fellowships and internships in America, mainly for US citizens.

Genetics

Genetic Engineering Network

www.geneticsaction.org.uk

Network of local groups opposing genetic modification.  

Genewatch

www.genewatch.org/Home.htm

Promotes ethics in genetic technologies, including GM crops, human and animal genome patenting.  

Human Genetics Commission

www.hgc.gov.uk

UK government advisory body on how new developments will impact on people and health care.

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