Daria’s second term as Chair is coming to an end, and we are looking for a new leader for our network. ScAN is a formal network of Scotland-based academics whose expertise and research interests revolve around Arctic matters and Scottish-Arctic collaboration. It is constituted by the 12 Scottish higher education and research institutions who are each a member of the University of the Arctic (UArctic) and works closely with the Nordic and Arctic Unit of the Scottish Government to support Scotland’s Arctic Policy Framework.
You can find our annual report for 2023-2024 here.
Role Description:
- Chair the ScAN Steering Group meetings
- Support effective communication within the constituent UArctic members and externally (via email, website, social media)
- Raise visibility of ScAN within Scotland and internationally
- Liaise with stakeholders (Nordic and Arctic Unit, UArctic, etc)
- Initiate networking support schemes (e.g. ECR travel awards)
- Develop an annual operating budget in conjunction with Nordic and Arctic Unit
- Seek additional routes for funding the network
- Pursue opportunities for conference engagement
To apply:
Please provide a simple statement of interest including (Name, institution, current role, Arctic interests, short statement of interest in the role) sent to dshapovalova@abdn.ac.uk.
Applications to be received by 5pm Friday 7th March 2025 for review by members of the Steering Committee.
Questions?
If you wish to know more, please email dshapovalova@abdn.ac.uk
