Opportunity to Join the Chief Scientist Office Public Engagement Group
About the Public Engagement Group
We are looking to appoint new members to our Public Engagement Group. The main role of our group is to provide a lay perspective on the activities of CSO and ensure the public view is taken into account in relevant policy and funding issues.
The group currently meets virtually, 3-4 times per year for group information events. In addition, members are normally appointed by the Chief Scientist to one of the various CSO Committees, Fellowship Panels or Groups. Members attend these meetings to provide a lay perspective and to ensure that the outcomes of discussions are transparent and fair.
Individuals are also asked to partake in particular tasks such as reviewing CSO documentation – particularly final project reports – to ensure these can be understood by the lay person, or attending additional events or activities which CSO may be involved in.
Further information on the work of the Public Engagement Group can be found here.
Time Commitment
3-6 days per year to attend meetings, plus time to read meeting papers.
Requirements
- Interest in Health Research.
- Ability to correspond with CSO by e-mail.
- Access to Microsoft Teams for attending virtual meetings.
Please note that occasional travel to St Andrews House, Edinburgh is required for in-person meetings and activities.
Expressions of Interest
Expressions of interest should take the format of a short summary (no more than one A4 page), explaining why you are interested in this opportunity and details of any relevant experience you might have.
Deadline for Expressions of Interest
Expressions of interest will be considered on a continual basis as they are received by the team, with a final deadline for submission of Friday 31st March 2023.
For further information on this opportunity, please contact Nikki McGlynn.