The Cambridge University Alt Protein Project

Join our Team!

Join our committee!

As the world population continues to grow and we confront the environmental, ethical, and global health impacts of traditional animal agriculture, the development and education on alternative protein sources has become increasingly crucial.

If you are interested in making a difference in this important area, we have an exciting opportunity for you to get involved with the Cambridge University Alt Protein Project. We are currently looking for dedicated and motivated students to join our new student committee and help drive the project forward. As a member of the committee, you will have the chance to work with a team of like-minded individuals and contribute to the advancing the research and awareness of alternative protein sources. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience, build your network, and make a real difference in the world.

Vice-President

  • Supporting the President in overseeing and managing the community

  • Organising of regular committee meetings, overseeing their structure and progress

  • Responsible for primary communications with the Good Food Institute and Effective Altruism

Treasurer

  • Managing the finances of society (via a budget planner)

  • Overseeing funding - identifying sources and collaborating with sponsors

  • Grant applications

Academic communications

  • Outreach and ongoing communication with academics in the alt protein space (in Cambridge, the UK and internationally)

  • Leading the literature review project

  • Communicating with other alt protein projects

Social secretary/outreach 

  • Organising regular events for the community (speaker events, socials, community events)

  • Promoting events

  • Responsible for primary communications with other student societies

If you have questions to the roles, reach out to us and we can discuss your interests and possible ways to get involved!

We are recruiting for the following roles