Chair of the Board of Trustees

Aberdeen Science Centre

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our team as the Chair of the Board of Trustees. The Chair of the ASC Board will provide strategic leadership and effective governance to Aberdeen Science Centre.

Chair of the Board of Trustees

Aberdeen Science Centre

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our team as the Chair of the Board of Trustees. The Chair of the ASC Board will provide strategic leadership and effective governance to Aberdeen Science Centre.

Cause:
Community
Location:
Aberdeen
Suitable for volunteers:
age 16 to 17
age 18 and over

About this opportunity

Aberdeen Science Centre is a leading visitor attraction dedicated to inspiring a lifelong interest in science. Located near Aberdeen’s beachfront, we create engaging, educational and interactive experiences for visitors of all ages.

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our team as the Chair of the Board of Trustees. The Chair of the ASC Board will provide strategic leadership and effective governance to Aberdeen Science Centre. They will ensure the Board fulfils its responsibilities for setting the charity’s strategic direction, safeguarding its financial health and supporting the Chief Executive and staff in delivering the organisation’s mission. The Chair acts as the primary link between the Board and the Chief Executive, champions the Centre externally, and ensures that the Board works effectively as a team, upholding the highest standards of governance.

Commitment: four Board meetings per year [quarterly], plus occasional sub-group contribution and internal and external events.

For full details of this important voluntary role and how you can help make a real difference at Aberdeen Science Centre please download the Chair of the Board of Trustees recruitment pack at www.aberdeensciencecentre.org/careers/ or email: recruitment@asc.scot

To apply for this position please send a CV and Covering Letter outlining your suitability relative to the role to recruitment@asc.scot or to Recruitment, Aberdeen Science Centre, 179, Constitution Street, Aberdeen, AB24 5TU

Deadline for applications is: 12noon, Monday, 20th October 2025.

Location

Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution Street, AB24 5TU

Get in touch to find out more

Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.

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