The Study of Environmental Arctic Change (SEARCH) announces a call for nominations of new Science Steering Committee (SSC) members. The SSC is comprised of 12 members, each serving a three-year term, with the option to a second term. Nominations from all disciplines and research backgrounds are welcome. Self-nominations are also welcome.
SEARCH is a collaborative program of Arctic researchers, funding agencies, and others that facilitates synthesis of Arctic science and communicates the current understanding to help society respond to a rapidly changing Arctic.
SEARCH seeks nominations of candidates that are broad and cross disciplinary thinkers, good communicators and consensus-builders, and have a strong commitment to the SEARCH vision.
SSC members are expected to:
- Guide overall directions of SEARCH implementation;
- Promote and communicate SEARCH activities and plans;
- Provide guidance to the Executive Director, action teams, and working groups;
- Work with the Executive Director to establish strong partnerships;
- Approve annual SEARCH work plans and reports; and
- Be active participants in SSC meetings (four or more per year) and working groups.
Nominations should include:
- Name,
- Affiliation,
- Contact information,
- Area of expertise,
- Curriculum vitae,
- A brief statement of why the person would be an asset to the SEARCH program,
- Confirmation that the nominee would consent to serve.
Nomination submission deadline: Monday, 31 April 2018
Nominations should be sent to:
Brit Myers, ARCUS
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For questions about the SEARCH program, please contact:
Brendan Kelly, SEARCH Executive Director
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To learn about other opportunities to get involved in SEARCH program activities, visit:
SEARCH involvement information
For further information about the SEARCH program, visit:
SEARCH homepage
