Chair of the Board of Trustees

National Heritage Science Forum (16/11/2026)

13 Oct 2026
The National Heritage Science Forum is looking for a Chair to join our Board of Trustees. NHSF is a membership organisation and registered charity committed to demonstrating the public value of heritage science – a vibrant, cross disciplinary field covering all scientific and technical study of cultural and natural heritage.

About the Role 

We support collaboration amongst different communities of practice and work to increase public engagement with heritage science for the benefit of society. We are looking for an engaging leader who will guide our board of trustees and champion heritage science for our members and the wider heritage science community. Learn more and view the full role profile here: https://www.heritagescienceforum.org.uk/about/trustees

About You 

If you are an engaging leader who is energised by the prospect of being an ambassador for heritage science in the UK, consider joining us as the next Chair. In 2027 NHSF will hold its second Trends in Heritage Science conference and start the development of a new Strategic Framework for Heritage Science. We are looking for someone with a tactful leadership style who is a credible voice in heritage science or a closely related field and can build strategic relationships and mobilise diverse networks. This is a voluntary role for an initial term of three years, with scope for reimbursement of expenses in line with our financial policies.

How to Apply

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter explaining why you would like to become the Chair of the Board of Trustees to Caroline Peach [email protected] by 23:59 on 16th November 2026. Interviews are planned for the week starting 23rd November 2026.