The ACCESS-NRI Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) is changing the way it operates, and we are now inviting self-nominations for new members. We encourage applications from across the ACCESS Community. We are seeking a diverse committee that includes representatives from each of the ACCESS Community Working Groups (CWGs), as well as members from different career stages and areas of research, technical or infrastructure expertise.
To apply, please fill this form before 15 February 2026: ACCESS-NRI SAC self-nominations 2026 and check the information below and the SAC-Terms-of-Reference.
Please note that in the form you will be asked to attach your current CV and 1-page expression of interest that addresses the selection criteria as well as why you would like to be part of the SAC.
We are also seeking your recommendations for potential international members to join our SAC. Please send their details (name, organisation and email and a brief rationale for why you’re recommending them) to access.nri@anu.edu.au
More information: ACCESS-NRI SAC-Terms-of-Reference. Please don’t hesitate to contact access.nri@anu.edu.au if you have any questions.
Why would I be interested in being part of the SAC?
As a member of the ACCESS-NRI SAC, you will have the opportunity to:
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Shape the future direction of Australia’s Earth system model capability by advising the ACCESS-NRI Board and Director on strategic plans for ACCESS development on 2-year, 5-year, and 10-year time scales
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Provide advice on merit allocation applications and priorities for ACCESS-NRI resources
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Serve as a point of liaison between ACCESS-NRI and the ACCESS CWGs, strengthening connections across the community
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Build experience in high-level governance, strategic planning and collaborative decision-making within a national research capability organisation
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Engage with leading experts across climate science, weather research, software engineering, and high-performance computing and data.
Selection criteria
The selection of SAC members will be based on:
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Demonstrated willingness to contribute to community-building
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Scientific expertise in one or more of the domains supported by ACCESS-NRI
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Technical experience related to ACCESS (e.g., model development, model evaluation, running of models, data analysis, or high-performance computing and data).
The selection process will ensure the diversity of research fields, technical experience, gender, career stage and cultural background, and will ensure that each Community Working Group is represented on the committee.
SAC composition
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The membership of the SAC will comprise 9-10 national or international experts in a relevant field of climate or weather research, Earth system modelling, relevant software engineering, or high-performance computing and data
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Members of the ACCESS-NRI Board are not eligible to be members of the SAC
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The SAC will meet 4 times per year, with the meeting format and timing determined by the Chair and Deputy Chair. It is anticipated that the SAC will meet in person once per year.
Time commitment expected
SAC members are expected to:
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Attend four meetings per year (approximately 2-3 hours each, mostly virtual with one in-person meeting in Canberra, travel funded by ACCESS-NRI)
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Review materials and prepare for meetings in advance
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Contribute to ad-hoc consultations as needed throughout the year.
Term of appointment
SAC members will be appointed for a term of 2 years, renewable to a maximum of three consecutive terms (6 years total).
More information: ACCESS-NRI SAC-Terms-of-Reference. Please don’t hesitate to contact access.nri@anu.edu.au if you have any questions.