Non-Executive Directors
About ARIA
ARIA is an R&D funding agency. We fund teams of scientists and engineers to pursue research at the edge of what is technologically or scientifically possible.
Created by an Act of Parliament, and sponsored by the Department for Science, Innovation, and Technology, ARIA will fund projects across the full spectrum of R&D disciplines, approaches, and institutions.
Learn more about how we work here.
ARIA is seeking two exceptional individuals to join the ARIA Board as Non-Executive Directors. We are looking for world class scientists/engineers and/or outstanding leaders in the fields of science, technology or engineering. They will provide strategic guidance, support effective governance, and promote a culture of innovation and risk-taking. They will also act as an ambassador for ARIA, building relationships with stakeholders across the R&D community globally. They will join the Audit & Risk Committee and the Ethics & Social Responsibility Committee respectively.
Essential Criteria
- Outstanding scientific/engineering credibility or success in the fields of science, technology or engineering
- Evidence of exploring and creating value from ideas/ scientific exploration
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including an ability to engage with stakeholders at the highest level
- A clear understanding of ARIA’s unique ambition and risk appetite, and an ability to support organisational development and growth
Desirable Criteria
- Applied research/translational experience
- Experience in managing the development of frontier technologies with tough social/ethical considerations
- Representation or experience of emerging economies (high growth markets for new technology)
- Experience operating at Board level as an executive or non-executive in the public, philanthropic or private sector
- Governance experience for Audit & Risk Committee and Ethics & Social Responsibility Committee