National Science Advice Forum
Background
Impact 2030: Ireland’s Research and Innovation Strategy set out the intention to develop new science advice structures across Government. In January of this year Professor Aoife McLysaght was appointed as Government Science Advisor in the first key step towards implementing these new structures.
Purpose of the National Science Advice Forum
It is recognised that science advice in policy formation has become more complex and that it is impossible for one individual to have the depth of expertise needed to advise on all scientific matters. Given the likely cross-sectoral and multi-disciplinary advisory needs of Government, the Government Science Advisor will now lead the establishment of a National Science Advice Forum and will Chair this forum. This forum will assist the Government Science Advisor in providing advice and in developing science advice capacity across Government.
It is anticipated that the forum may be asked to assist the Government Science Advisor in:
- proactively identifying opportunities for the incorporation of science advice into policy consideration;
- providing advice in response to needs identified by Ministers and Government Departments;
- facilitating processes of engagement between Government departments and scientific experts on policy issues with scientific components;
- contributing to capability development and scientific understanding across the civil service
- developing, implementing and reporting upon an annual work programme
The Government Science Advisor wishes to have access to all types of good quality science that can contribute to the issues at hand, this includes natural sciences, engineering, medicine, social sciences and humanities. Expressions of interest are invited from both academics and practitioners.
Further details Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science
How to Apply
Expressions of interest are now invited from suitably qualified candidates who wish to be considered for membership of the forum.
The Government Science Advisor wishes to have access to all types of good quality science that can contribute to the issues at hand, this includes natural sciences, engineering, medicine, social sciences and humanities. Expressions of interest are invited from both academics and practitioners.
To express your interest, please complete the attached form and email it to the address provided below no later than 6:00pm on October 24, 2025. National Science Advice Forum - Application Form
Further details Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science