Royal Society of Edinburgh

Are you currently working in grant management and looking for a new challenge? The RSE is looking for a Research Awards Officer to join the team. You'll be leading the successful development and delivery of the inaugural RSE Scotland–Lower Saxony Research and Innovations Scheme. Things to note: 🔬 Part time, fixed 2-year contract ✨ Salary: £35,901.00 per annum pro rata ☀️ 34 days annual leave 🏠 Hybrid role Get your application in by Thursday 14 November 2024. https://lnkd.in/e3-FZS3J

This morning, we had a constructive meeting with First Minister John Swinney at Bute House to discuss how the RSE is 'making knowledge useful' to address key societal challenges and deliver a brighter future for Scotland.   The meeting was led by President Sir John Ball PRSE, with General Secretary, Professor Michael Keating FRSE, Dr Janet Brown FRSE (Education Convenor), Professor Sarah Skerratt (Chief Executive), and Fraser Gillan (Public Affairs Officer) in attendance.   Thank you to the First Minister and his team for engaging positively with the RSE's work. We look forward to continuing to support The Scottish Government's work with independent, evidence-based policy advice. 

A new report, commissioned by BSI – The UK’s National Standards Body (NSB) highlights how quality infrastructure (QI) can accelerate progress towards net zero. https://lnkd.in/ebbShczt

It's deadline day for most of our Research Awards, which will close at noon today, 24 October. Best of luck to anyone applying for our #research #funding opportunities 🌱📚 💰 https://lnkd.in/ejTh8uns

Our upcoming partnership event with The Royal Institute of Philosophy is an opportunity to explore free will from an entirely new perspective. Whether you’re a philosophy enthusiast, a professional looking to expand your understanding of human agency, or someone simply curious about the nature of freedom, this talk will challenge and inspire you. 👉Secure your place for Thursday 7 November, 18:00: https://lnkd.in/ePvg3-yz

The RSE extends warm congratulations to Honorary Fellow Sir Paul Nurse who has been elected as the next President of our sister academy, The Royal Society. 🎉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/e7_CCq9x

Are you currently working in research with a background of interest in human rights, academic freedom, or international relations? The RSE is looking for a Qualitative Researcher to contribute to our mission. You'll contribute to a project providing an overview of all current and recent support efforts and existing partnerships of Scottish universities across the globe in support of human rights and academic freedom and is supported, endorsed and encouraged by the higher education sector. Things to note: 📅 Fixed term, full time (35 hours/week) for two months, or part time (15-20 hours/week) for up to four months 💷 Hourly rate of £16.78 💻 Hybrid working Get your application in by Sunday 27 October 2024. https://lnkd.in/eNN_bgs2

📢RSE awards close next week! Available to support Scotland's vibrant research sector, we have: 💰 Eight funding opportunities; 📚 Open to all academic disciplines; 🌱 Career development for all career stages; ⏰ Deadline: noon, 24 October 2024. 👀: https://lnkd.in/etW34dR5

Creating connections with the newly elected MPs 🤝 Last week, the RSE hosted a reception in the House of Commons for MPs and guests to learn more about how Fellows and Young Academy of Scotland members are addressing key societal challenges 🌍💡 A big thank you to Pete Wishart MP for sponsoring the event 🙏 📸 Alex Orrow

The RSE backs the Climate Change Committee’s call for five-year carbon budgets and emission reduction targets for Scotland. In addition, we recommend setting yearly interim targets to help the government stay flexible and responsive. Read the full response: https://lnkd.in/ePpHRB3V