Science and Technology Council - Expressions of Interest

Closes 14 Feb 2025

Opened 3 Dec 2024

Overview

Western Australia's 10-Year Science and Technology Plan (the Plan) was launched by the Hon Stephen Dawson MLC, Minister for Science on 4 December 2024.

Developed by the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (the Department), the Plan will enhance and leverage the State's scientific and technological capabilities to drive economic growth, societal wellbeing and environmentul sustainability.

The Plan addresses key challenges such as the global energy transition, decarbonisation, food security and health, with the aim to position Western Australia as a leader and preferred location to conduct research and innovation.

The Department is establishing the Science and Technology Council (the Council) to support the delivery of the Plan, through the promotion of cross-disciplinary collaboration and provision of strategic advice to the Department on science and technology opportunities and challenges, including:

  • horizon scanning and identification of long term and emerging scientific and technological developments;
  • scientific and technological issues of relevance to Government policy or priorities;
  • Western Australia's science ecosystem, including issues relating to science engagement, research capability, collaboration opportunities (including international opportunities), science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education and workforce skills;
  • how to best deliver the Government's objectives as set out in the Plan; and
  • supporting connections between industry, academia and government on research and issues associated with science and technology.

Why your views matter

The Department is seeking expressions of interest for membership of the Council from applicants with expertise in science and technology fields, who will represent at least one of the following areas:

  • university;
  • research institution or collaboration entity;
  • industry;
  • small business or startups;
  • not-for-profit sector;
  • regional or remote;
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander;
  • youth (aged 18-30); and
  • another underrepresented group (e.g. culturally and linguistically diverse, recent migrant, person living with a difference of ability).

Please refer to the 'Science and Technology Council of Western Australia' Terms of Reference.

Expressions of Interest applications are open from Wednesday, 4 December 2024 and will close on Friday, 14 February 2025.

Please note: Due to caretaker provisions, the appointment of the Council will not occur until after the State Election.

Submit your Expression of Interest now

Areas

  • All Areas

Audiences

  • Anyone from any background

Interests

  • Agriculture and Biotechnology
  • Artificial Intelligence and Photonics/Nano-Manufacture
  • Chemistry, Physics and Life Sciences
  • Creative Industries
  • Cyber and Information Security
  • Construction and Manufacturing Technology
  • Defence and National Security
  • Data and Digital Economy
  • Energy, Renewables and Decarbonisation
  • Engineering and Mathematics
  • Environmental Science, Habitat Protection or Biodiversity
  • Forensic and Criminal Science
  • Health, Wellbeing & Medical Technology
  • Mining and Natural Resources
  • Robotics and Quantum Computing
  • STEM
  • Space, Astronomy and Remote Operations
  • Other