The Chemical Information and Computer Applications Group (CICAG) are looking for three members to join the committee and help with organising events and activities. Anyone who is a current member of the Chemical Information and Computer Applications Group (CICAG) can volunteer to join the committee.
We welcome volunteers from all sectors of our community and would be particularly interested to hear from any members who might add to the skills, experience and overall diversity of the committee in the following ways:
· industry/academia/early career stage
· anyone interested in getting involved in conference or workshop organisation
If there is interest from more members than the current three vacancies, a ballot will be held, and all members of the Chemical Information and Computer Applications Group (CICAG) will be invited to vote.
Diversity
We are an inclusive organisation, and we aim to ensure that our committees are representative of the breadth and diversity of our community. We welcome and strongly encourage all our members to consider this opportunity – regardless of membership category, age, demographic or experience.
About the committee
As a committee we support users of chemical information, data and computer applications and advance excellence in the chemical sciences. The advances in AI/ML in all areas of chemistry has led to significant increase in the potential number of conferences, workshops and opportunities to collaborate with other organisations and support the other CICAG committee activities. We aim for 4 half-day committee meetings per year, held at Burlington House with an option for virtual attendance. Organising conferences is usually done in virtual meetings.
Conduct of committee members
Committee members are expected to act in accordance with the Royal Charter and Bylaws of the Royal Society of Chemistry, the code of conduct and the rules for member networks. Additional information about the purpose of our member networks and support and guidance available to committees can be found in the member networks handbook. Our Volunteer Principles outline the standards for the volunteer experience and the responsibilities of both the RSC and volunteers to each other.
Expenses and grants
Committee members can claim expenses for committee activities. Also dialling in options can be provided for meetings to make it easier for members to attend and contribute. Members with caring responsibilities or who require additional assistance are encouraged to apply for the RSC’s Grants for Carers and Accessibility Grants to enable them to attend meetings.
How to apply to join the committee
Complete the online nomination form by 5.00 pm on Thursday, 8th May 2025. The information submitted by candidates will be included on the ballot form if a ballot is required.
Please email the Networks team on networks@rsc.org if you have any questions