RCUK are inviting applications to fill governing council vacancies expected to arise in 2013: http://publicappointments.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/

Suitably qualified academics can apply to posts within all UK Research Councils, most notably BBSRC, EPSRC and STFC .

The vacancies include some positions with audit committee responsibilities for part-time membership and annual honoraria of £6,850 will be paid.

The closing date for applications is 19 November.