Appointments to a DAERA High-Level Science Advisory Group
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) welcomes applications from a range of scientific backgrounds interested in joining its new High-Level Science Advisory Group, to provide expert independent science advice and challenge across DAERA’s full remit.
Background
The HLSAG is a new expert science advisory Group which will deliver independent, high-level, cross cutting, strategic advice and proportionate challenge to DAERA’s Chief Scientific Adviser (CSA) to help assure the scientific evidence used in DAERA’s policy development and delivery is relevant, fit-for purpose and impartial.
The HLSAG has a purely advisory role and does not direct any research expenditure or hold any statutory responsibilities.
How to Apply
We are operating the Guaranteed Interview Scheme in this competition for candidates with a disability.
Details on the positions, including responsibilities and selection criteria are set out in the Candidate Information Booklet.
Further information and application packs for these appointments are available from the DAERA High-Level Science Advisory Group Application Pack page or by emailing HLSAGsecretariat@daera-ni.gov.uk.
Closing Date
The closing date for receipt of applications is noon on 22nd August 2024.
It is expected the appointments will be from February 2025 for a term of three years.
Equality of Opportunity
DAERA is committed to the principles of appointments based on merit with independent assessment, openness and transparency of process. DAERA is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications regardless of gender, age, marital status, disability, religion, ethnic origin, political opinion, sexual orientation or whether or not you have dependants.
With women, young people, people with disabilities and people from different racial groups and ethnic minority backgrounds currently under-represented, applications from these groups are particularly welcome.