Rachel Edwards

Research Data Scotland

Area of expertise:
Public Engagement

Number of years experience:
8

Location:
Edinburgh

Experienced public engagement professional with a demonstrated history of working in the data research industry. I currently work for Research Data Scotland as the Public Engagement Officer. I am skilled in co-ordinating public panels, deliberative workshops, and engagement events. I also have a digital engagement background, with strong experience in content creation, website management, social media management and communications. Also skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. A dedicated professional with an MSc in Science Communication and Public Engagement from The University of Edinburgh and a BSc in Marine and Freshwater Biology from Edinburgh Napier University.

I want to be a digital trustee because I want to bring the public into the heart of data and technology considerations. I am passionate about making the public voice heard and ensuring they get an opportunity to have their say. This is something I have championed across my three previous roles, and I would like to help other organisations do the same.

Due to my environmental science degree and my work experience with health and administrative data, I am interested in a broad range of opportunities, including but not limited to:
- Climate Change
- Conservation
- Marine and Freshwater Planning
- Health and Wellbeing
- Digital inclusion
- Data literacy and training

I am also open to further opportunities and look forward to having a conversation with charities looking for board members.

Available for: In-person meetings, Remote meetings

Contact

Contact Rachel Edwards at rachel.edwards@researchdata.scot