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The European Commission has launched a call for nominations of scientists to be shortlisted for future membership of the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors.
The group provides high-quality, timely and independent scientific advice to the College of European Commissioners on any subject, including on policy issues that the European Parliament and the Council consider to be of major importance.
Public European research and science organisations are invited to nominate top-level scientists who meet the criteria stated in the call for nominations.
On Monday, Iliana Ivanova, Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth, said: “High-quality scientific advice, provided at the right time, is crucial for enhancing the effectiveness of EU policy making and legislation.”
“The Group of Chief Scientific Advisors ensures that our decisions are informed by the latest scientific insights and that we remain responsive to emerging challenges and opportunities in an increasingly complex world,” added the EU official.
The seven members of the GCSA are selected for their outstanding level of scientific expertise and broad vision on science for policy, which collectively reflects an understanding of important scientific developments, including interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research.
They are appointed by the Commissioner responsible for research and innovation from a short-list established by an independent, high-level Identification Committee.
Nominations for what is a prestigious group are intended to replenish the short-list from which members are appointed. Candidates already on the list do not need to be renominated.
