Call for EOI for NSSN Board Chair
The NSW Smart Sensing Network (NSSN) is inviting expressions of interest from suitably qualified individuals for the role of Board Chair. The initial term is two years, renewable for a further two years.
The NSSN brings together expertise in universities, industry, and government to translate world-class research in smart sensing and AI into innovative solutions that create value for the economy, environment and society of NSW and beyond.
Established in 2016 by the NSW Government through the Office of the NSW Chief Scientist & Engineer, the NSSN is the first of the NSW Innovation Networks, established to drive a culture of collaboration, translation and innovation across the state.
The network is a consortium of the seven leading universities across NSW and the ACT, jointly headquartered at the University of Sydney and UNSW under the co-direction of two internationally recognised scientists, Professor Ben Eggleton and Professor Julien Epps.
The NSSN Board provides advice on the NSSN strategy and advises on the national and international business context in which the network operates.
The NSSN Board consists of experienced leaders across the policy, research and industry spectrum:
· 2 x representatives from the industry sector
· 2 x representatives from the research sector
· 2 x representatives from the policy sector
Plus the following ex officio representatives:
· 2 x Co-Directors
· Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research Enterprise), University of Sydney
· Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research), UNSW
· Representative of the NSW Office of the Chief Scientist & Engineer
Expressions of interest are sought from suitably qualified individuals that meet the following criteria:
· Extensive industry experience in a sector related to smart sensing or AI (e.g.: IoT, advanced manufacturing, telecommuncations, medtech, agtech, smart cities) or relevant government policy expertise
· Demonstrated understanding of the Australian university or R&D sector and the drivers of triple helix collaboration (university-industry-government)
· Considerable experience in the NSW context
· Experience serving as a Board Director or Board Chair
· AICD Company Director accreditation or equivalent
Submission of EOI
Please submit a brief letter of introduction and resume to admin@nssn.org.au
Enquiries may also be sent to the same email address. Further information on the Network is available at https://www.nssn.org.au/
Closing Date: Monday 16 March 2026
Selection Process:
The Nomination Committee will consider applicants against the objectives of the NSSN and the Board. We encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals who reflect the diversity of the NSW community. It is anticipated that successful applicants will be notified in April 2026.