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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN">Senior Science & Innovation Officer<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN">Background:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">The Senior Science and Innovation (S&I) Officer, based at the British Consulate-General, Atlanta, is part of a network of S&I officers throughout the US lead by the Head of Science and Innovation Network in the British Embassy
in Washington, DC. The objectives of the global S&I network are:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0cm" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3"><span lang="EN">Influence science and innovation policies of governments, industry and academia to benefit the UK<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3"><span lang="EN">Improve UK policy based on international experience and emerging opportunities and challenges<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3"><span lang="EN">Stimulate strategic science collaborations to benefit the UK and deliver wider policy goals<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3"><span lang="EN">Harness international technology partnerships and investment to grow UK<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:36.0pt"><span lang="EN"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">The core objective of this job is to represent UK science and innovation interests in the Atlanta and Miami Consulate districts. This Officer reports to the Deputy Director, Science and Innovation (Boston-based) and will
work closely with fellow S&I Officers across the US and colleagues from other British government departments (e.g. UK Trade & Investment, Press & Public Affairs, and UK science and research funding bodies).
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN">Duties and Responsibilities:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0cm" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo6"><span lang="EN">Responsibility for covering a broad range of science in Georgia and neighbouring states<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo6"><span lang="EN">Providing detailed information on S&I policy and best practice for UK stakeholders<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo6"><span lang="EN">Compiling and contributing to reports for stakeholders, including: senior UK scientists, learned societies, UK policy maker, Government Ministers and Parliament<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo6"><span lang="EN">Supporting high-level visits relating to science and innovation<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo6"><span lang="EN">Horizon-scanning developments in science, technology and policy<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo6"><span lang="EN">Managing projects (such as workshops and visit programmes)to successful completion<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo6"><span lang="EN">Supporting broader Consulate initiatives in support of UK prosperity
<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN">Minimum Qualifications:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0cm" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9"><span lang="EN">Bachelor’s Degree in science or related field with 6-8 years experience in the research and development base within the Consulate district<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9"><span lang="EN">Advanced degrees (Masters or PhD level) preferred<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9"><span lang="EN">A demonstrated enthusiasm for Science, Science Policy and the Internationalisation of Science<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9"><span lang="EN">Proven ability to work independently to develop a wide range of high-level contacts within industry, academia, and research bodies<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9"><span lang="EN">Ability to identify emerging technologies in the US that align with UK priorities and establish technology partnerships, research collaborations, etc.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9"><span lang="EN">Strong interpersonal skills, capable of effectively interacting with members of the public, science community, and senior government officials<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9"><span lang="EN">Excellent writing and communication skills with the ability to produce clear, concise reports, and to present effectively to a range of audiences<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9"><span lang="EN">Knowledge of UK science and innovation strengths and capabilities is a plus<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9"><span lang="EN">Highly motivated, organised, and resourceful<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9"><span lang="EN">Self-starter capable of working independently with little guidance and oversight<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9"><span lang="EN">Effective team player<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo9"><span lang="EN">Reliable, positive and open to new ways of working<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:36.0pt"><span lang="EN"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">The target salary for this position is $53,500 annualized. Salary will be confirmed upon offer of employment.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN">Applications will be accepted until 6 August 2014. Click
<a href="https://careers-britishembassy.icims.com/jobs/1428/senior-science-%26-innovation-officer/job">
here</a> to apply.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b>Victoria E. Lee, Ph.D.<o:p></o:p></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Head of Science & Innovation<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">British Consulate-General, San Francisco<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">1 Sansome Street, Suite 850, San Francisco, CA 94104<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="mailto:victoria.lee@fco.gov.uk">victoria.lee@fco.gov.uk</a>
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><img border="0" width="234" height="20" id="Picture_x0020_13" src="cid:image002.png@01CFA73C.27B3B9C0" alt="UK Science & Innovation_BLK_DIGI.png"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Adjunct Associate Research Scientist<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, Columbia University<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="mailto:vlee@ldeo.columbia.edu">vlee@ldeo.columbia.edu</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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