Expressions of interest for the Science and Technology Council opened Wednesday 4 December 2024 and close 5:00pm Friday 14 February 2025. Apply via our online form.
Western Australia’s 10-year plan will be supported by a strong governance structure, led by the establishment of a Science and Technology Council.
The role of the council will be to support the delivery of the Plan, by promoting cross-disciplinary collaboration and providing strategic advice to the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (JTSI) on science and technology opportunities and challenges.
Expressions of interest for the Science and Technology Council are now open. To be considered as an inaugural member of the council, please submit your expression via the online form.
Who should apply?
Show moreJTSI is seeking expressions of interest for membership of the Council from applicants with expertise in science and technology fields, who will represent at least one of the following areas:
- A university
- A research institution or collaboration entity
- Industry
- Small business or startups
- The not-for-profit sector
- Regional or remote communities
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
- Young people (aged 18-30)
- Other underrepresented groups, for example, culturally and linguistically diverse, recent migrant, person living with a difference of ability
Terms of Reference
Show moreThe Council will provide advice to the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation on:
- horizon scanning and identification of long term and emerging scientific and technological developments;
- scientific and technological issues of relevance to Government policy or priorities;
- Western Australia's science ecosystem, including issues relating to science engagement, research capability, collaboration opportunities (including international opportunities), science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education and workforce skills;
- tracking the Government's objectives as set out in the Plan; and
- supporting connections between industry, academia and Government on research and issues associated with science and technology.
For more information please refer to the Terms of Reference.
Submit your Expression of Interest
Show moreExpressions of Interest are open from Wednesday 4 December 2024 until Friday 14 February 2025.
