Skip to main content

gseprofession

Reflections on the first year as Head of the Government Science and Engineering Profession

Posted by: , Posted on: - Categories: Blog Series, Guest Blog

Dear GSE members, it has now been one year since I took on the best job in the world, the role of Government Chief Scientific Adviser, with the remit to advise the Prime Minister and government on all things related …

SEO Policy Advisors – Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) Preparedness and Response, Government Office for Science

Posted by: , Posted on: - Categories: Blog Series

The Government Office for Science works at the heart of Government, ensuring policies and decisions are informed by the best scientific evidence and strategic long-term thinking. It's an exciting time to join the organisation; we have outstanding and high-profile positions …

GSE Leadership Values: Masterclass review

Posted by: , Posted on: - Categories: Capability & Skills, Collaborating & Networking, Talent & Leadership

The GSE Profession delivered its first Masterclass on GSE Leadership Values in London on 12 February 2024. Professor Andrew Curran (HSE) facilitated the event alongside four key SCS speakers: Robert Bradburne (Defra), Natasha Grant (CO), Damitha Adikaari (DESNZ), and Mary …

Enhancing Science and Engineering Capability: A Year of the GSE Awareness Courses

Posted by: , Posted on: - Categories: Capability & Skills, GSE Offer, Learning & Development, Uncategorized

As we approach the one-year anniversary of the GSE Awareness Level Courses, we reflect on the impact they’ve had in shaping science and engineering capability across government. Your feedback has been instrumental in improving these courses, and we’re excited to …

Time for Action as NPL Outreach does British Science Week

Posted by: , Posted on: - Categories: Blog Series, Guest Blog, Outreach

Andrew Hanson and Louise Gibbons, NPL The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is the UK's National Metrology Institute, developing and maintaining the national primary measurement standards, as well as collaborating with international partners to maintain a global system of measurement. As …

Senior Scientific Officer (SSO) roles in Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Posted by: , Posted on: - Categories: Blog Series, GSE Opportunities

We are recruiting 3 SSO roles in the Chemicals, Pesticides and Hazardous Waste team in the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. Effective management of chemicals and pesticides is required to ensure that society understands the benefits of these …

60 years to a Chief Government Scientific Adviser: Leadership challenges for women in science

Posted by: , Posted on: - Categories: Diversity & Inclusion, Uncategorized

As part of our work to celebrate the United Nations “International Day of Women and Girls in Science”, the GSE’s Women’s Working Group organised a special panel event looking into the leadership challenges women face in science. The event was …