Science Officer

ICSU is seeking candidates with the following:
Qualifications and knowledge
• An advanced scientific degree (preferably Doctorate) in a relevant natural or social science discipline and a further 5 years research or science management experience; and a broad interest in science.
• Demonstrated experience in science project/programme development and coordination.
• Excellent knowledge of English and preferably some knowledge of French and/or other languages.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office systems, and of electronic databases and Web sites.
Skills
• Ability to draft reports and summarize scientific information.
• Good organisational skills and the capacity to deliver on allocated tasks and respond in a timely manner to deadlines.
• Positive and constructive attitude.
• Action-orientated and responsible.
• Creative and willing to take initiative.
• Good interpersonal skills and readiness to work within a team environment.

The salary (Euros 40,000–55,000 net per year before income tax) will be dependent on the experience and qualifications of the candidate. Applicants are requested to address the above description and qualifications in a cover letter and attach a curriculum vitae with the name and contact details of three referees. They are invited to indicate how serving in this position would support their own future science career objectives. Applications, with ‘Science Officer’ in the subject line, should be sent via email to recruitment@icsu.org and addressed to Professor Deliang Chen, Executive Director, International Council for Science (ICSU).
The closing date for applications is 16 August 2010.
For more information on ICSU, please visit: www.icsu.org