Science Advisory Group Member/Chair

• Salary/Compensation: Fixed daily rate: £170 for Members, £230 for Chair
• Application Deadline: 11 May 2025
• Starting Date: 23 May 2025
• Ending Date: September 2027
• Hours per Week: As needed based on meeting schedules and programme milestones
• Education Required: Advanced degree in marine science, environmental policy, or related field strongly preferred
• Experience Required: Extensive experience in environmental research, marine policy, or stakeholder engagement

Essential Functions:

• Guide the INSITE Programme’s scientific direction and uphold scientific independence
• Assess scientific excellence and research impact related to Marine Artificial Structures (MAS)
• Collaborate independently of institutional affiliations
• Provide strategic input on research priorities, methods, and dissemination

For Chair Role Only:

• Lead the SAG, ensuring high standards and member mentoring
• Organize and run SAG meetings with Programme Director (PD) support
• Resolve split decisions and guide consensus
• Support PD in member replacement and SAG continuity

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated leadership and expertise in marine science, environmental governance, or offshore infrastructure
• Strong communication and decision-making abilities
• Familiarity with science-policy interface and cross-sector collaboration

Working Conditions:

• Remote meetings with occasional in-person engagements as needed
• Engagement expected across both Phase 3 operational stages: research and impact phases

To Apply:

Visit https://insitenorthsea.org/phase-3-tenders-for-research/ for the full position outline and application instructions.

Additional Information:

• The INSITE Programme has supported 18 projects and engaged 17 European institutions since 2015.
• Phase 3 aims to advance sustainable marine management through innovative science and collaborative partnerships.
• The SAG will play a critical role in maintaining the rigour, relevance, and reach of the programme’s impact through 2027.