Dublin will be City of Science in 2012, with a major international conference running from 12 to 16 July 2012.
A wide range of events for conference-goers and the general public is being planned and co-ordinated by the Office of the Chief Scientific Adviser to the Government of Ireland. The conference was formally known as the Euroscience Open Forum.
The Office of the Chief Scientific Adviser is now seeking an exceptional individual to be Director of Dublin City of Science 2012. The position is a fixed-term two-year contract for the Chief Scientific Adviser’s office.
The successful candidate will:
- Be responsible for all aspects of the preparation, planning and delivery of the event for Ireland
- Manage a €6 million budget and secure non-exchequer funding and sponsorship to the level of 50% of this budget
- Report to the Chief Scientific Adviser and work closely with the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Innovation and the Forfás Executive to ensure the achievement of the project’s objectives
How to apply
Applicants should submit a statement of no more than three A4 pages, setting out an outline business plan for this event and their understanding of the opportunities and challenges associated with the role.
Download a detailed job specification and application form from the Office of the Chief Scientific Adviser’s website, or email recruitment[at]forfas[dot]ie using the reference “Ref: FF-04-10″. Further news about Dublin City of Science 2012 is also available on the site.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 18 June 2010.
