Scientific and Non-Academic Panel Members

Help us Think Different and Fund Different.

We get climate researchers into the field and give investors real climate stories to tell. We are looking for academic and non-academic panellists for our four themes, Ocean, Forest, Mountain and Polar to ensure we make informed and consistent decisions on which research projects we put forward for funding.

Expedition Science gets more funding into climate research and communicates science in a way that inspires and engages everyone. From senior academics and policy makers to those just starting to become interested in the natural world.

We link climate researches and investors, finding money from foundations, businesses and private investors to get teams into the field and collect the data they need.

We are led by science. We only take projects forward that are putting genuine researchers into the field to collect data that will forward their projects and our understanding of climate science. Our Panels assess the Researchers and projects we back, ensuring they are delivering genuine scientific impact.

Panels

We have a six person Science Panel for each of our four themes, Ocean, Polar, Forest and Mountain to assess every project, and we are seeking global individuals with diverse backgrounds, expertise, and perspectives to ensure a comprehensive and inclusive evaluation process.

We want applications from all nationalities and backgrounds, as long as your research is linked in some way to the environment or the climate.

Your application is to become a panel member , working beneath our panel chairs for only ONE of the four steering committees, either forest, mountain, ocean or polar.

Panel reviews will be conducted in English so please have a working proficiency.

Wherever you are on your academic or personal journey your voice matters, and we encourage all applications.

Key Responsibilities:

Reviewing incoming research projects during quarterly meetings with diligence and impartiality.

Ensuring projects we put forward for funding are delivering genuine science impact and align with Expedition Science’s core values.

Providing timely and constructive feedback to unsuccessful applicants to enhance the quality of fieldwork proposals.

Upholding the highest standards of academic integrity and ethical conduct throughout the evaluation process.

Why Join Our Panel?

Influence: Shape the direction of innovative climate research by supporting new projects aligned with your expertise, whether as a forest, mountain, ocean or polar scientist.

Professional Development: Gain valuable experience in funding panels and decision-making processes, enhancing your credentials within the academic community.

Impact: Make a tangible difference by helping us get more research funded.

Networking: Connect with like-minded individuals within your steering committee and establish valuable collaborations with other climate scientists.

Expected Time Commitment:

The Panels are expected to meet virtually once a quarter to discuss the proposed projects.

Our dynamic proposal review system between meetings will allow Panellists to make initial assessments of projects based on our defined project criteria and around your existing commitments.

We expect to be very flexible around peoples time commitments as you work through project and professional cycles.

Pay and Terms

Pay is based on a day rate for each role, with an expected day totalling 8 hours of work.

Employment is on a contractor basis between Expedition Science and the individual. Not your academic institution.

Our Three Panel Roles

Senior Academic:

You Are:

An accomplished Post-Doc academic engaged in ground breaking research related to climate science.

A leader in your field, you are passionate about exploring innovative solutions and pushing the boundaries of conventional academic thinking. Your expertise, experience  and leadership have prepared you for a key role on our panel as we assess which projects we will put forward for funding.

This position offers a unique opportunity to leverage your knowledge, creativity, and experience to drive impact in a new way. Getting more researchers into the field to address one of the most pressing global challenges of our time.

Early Career Scientist

You Are:

An early career scientist with at least a Master’s degree, dedicated to advancing the field of climate science through your innovative research.

As an early career scientist, you bring fresh perspectives and a strong voice to advocate for those scientists who need more support to get their projects funded than established academics.

Your enthusiasm for discovery and your ability to think creatively motivates you to drive forward-thinking research solutions for one of the world’s most critical issues.

This position offers a valuable platform to grow your expertise and experience, making a meaningful impact in the climate science community.

Non-Academic Panellist

You Are:

An experienced professional with extensive operational expertise in one of our four key themes: ocean, mountain, polar, or forest environments.

Your practical knowledge and first-hand experience make you a vital contributor to our academic panel, providing a crucial bridge between research and real-world application.

Your insights will help ensure that the projects we support are grounded in the realities of operating within your specialised environment, bringing a pragmatic voice to our discussions.

Your contributions will involve guiding research priorities and policy recommendations, ensuring they reflect the complexities and challenges of your field.

A degree is not mandatory for this position; we value the depth of your experience and practical knowledge.