Vacancies at the Science Council

Chair of the Board of Trustees

Salary: Voluntary, but reasonable expenses paid.

Location: hybrid working, with approximately two Board meetings per year in person in central London.

We are looking for a Chair who is passionate about science and promoting trust in the profession and work closely with trustees and our Chief Executive to lead the organisation. They will need to have strategic leadership experience to drive and support our development and growth, bring a strong understanding of good governance, and be adept at leading and building inclusive, collaborative teams and cultures.  Our current strategy runs until 2025, and the next Chair will play a key role in shaping the Science Council’s future.

The appointment will be for an initial three-year term starting in September 2024 with the potential for renewal for a further three years.

How to apply 

The closing date for applications is midnight Monday 15th April. Interviews will be held in person in central London on Monday 29th April and the Science Council Board will make an appointment on Wednesday 22nd May. The successful candidate will start their term in office at the end of the Board Meeting in September.

Prior to making an application we invite you to have a discussion with Adam Donnan (Chair of the Board). Please contact the Governance and Corporate Services Manager, Oliver O’Hanlon (o.ohanlon@sciencecouncil.org) to arrange an informal discussion.

The candidate recruitment pack provides further details about the role and the application process.

If you do wish to apply, please send an up to date CV (which should be no more than 2 pages in length) and covering letter (which should be no more than 2 pages in length) outlining your suitability for the role to Oliver O’Hanlon (o.ohanlon@sciencecouncil.org). Please note that we will not accept applications that do not include a CV and covering letter.

 

Work Experience

The Science Council welcomes inquiries regarding work placements for students and those looking to expand their skill set.

If you would like to gain work experience with us, please contact Oli O’Hanlon with an expression of interest and your CV.

 

Volunteering

If you are a registered scientist and would like to volunteer for us we are keen to welcome Assessors or Registrant Champions. If you would like to volunteer with us working in the Science Council office please email us with your CV and a covering note explaining what sort of experience you would welcome.

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