Opportunities

Department for Science, Innovation & Technology College of Experts

Can you help shape government policy on a wide range of topics central to the UK’s science and technology priorities?

You are a leader in STEM, social and behavioural sciences or humanities and are motivated to apply your expertise for the public good. Led by the Chief Scientific Advisor, Professor Chris Johnson, you will be joined by other recognised experts from academia and industry. 

This is a voluntary role contributing up to 5 days per year to support departmental research and evidence needs. Apply before 11:55 pm on Friday 16th January 2026.

Apply before 16 January 2026

Health Determinants Research Collaboration Cornwall: Areas of Research Interest

Do you have expertise that can develop Cornwall Council’s understanding of its priority research areas? These areas of research interest focus on four themes that are important for improving health and wellbeing in Cornwall’s communities:
1. Social Belonging, Identity and Health
2. Life-long Purpose and Productivity
3. Health Systems and Cultures of Health
4. Place and Environmental Conditions for Health

Read the Areas of Research Interest

Council for Science and Technology Member

Are you a social or behavioural scientist and ready to serve on the UK government’s highest-level advisory body on science and technology issues?

The Council for Science and Technology provides independent advice directly to the Prime Minister and Cabinet on strategic science and technology issues that cut across the responsibilities of individual government departments.

Apply by 25 January