The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) is establishing a Science Advisory Panel to provide independent, external advice on the strategic direction, credibility and real-world impact of our research.
Purpose
The Panel will provide advice on matters including:
- strategic direction and research portfolio priorities;
- the credibility and feasibility of research impact pathways;
- barriers to research adoption and translation;
- emerging scientific opportunities, risks and capability gaps;
- equity and sustainability of research impact; and
- the public value delivered through AIMS research.
The Science Advisory Panel will be advisory in nature and will not be a decision-making body. Its advice and recommendations will be provided to the AIMS Chief Executive Officer.
Membership
The Panel will comprise up to six external members, including a Chair, with collective expertise relevant to AIMS' Strategy 2040 research themes and broader experience across marine and environmental science, policy, industry, research translation, data and digital technologies, and First Nations knowledge and sea Country management.
AIMS will seek a diversity of expertise, experience and perspectives across the Panel.
Expressions of interest
Download the EOI document (240KB)
How to apply
Applicants should submit:
- A cover letter: outlining the applicant’s relevant experience and expertise, their interest in contributing to the Panel, and the perspective they would bring to informing AIMS’ science strategy, research impact and translation. Applicants should highlight relevant experience in one or more of the areas identified in the “What AIMS is looking for” section of the EOI document.
Applicants should indicate in their cover letter whether they wish to be considered for the role of Chair, Panel member, or both.
- A current CV/resume outlining the applicant’s relevant professional experience, qualifications and expertise.
Applications close 11:59pm, Tuesday 10 November 2026
Submit application
Applications should be sent to research-office@aims.gov.au
