The Secret's Out: MI5 Look For A Real-Life Q

The London headquarters of MI5. Photograph: Frank Baron

From The Scotsman:

BRITISH security service MI5 is recruiting a real-life Q to equip its agents with the gadgets James Bond would dream of.
The job of chief scientific adviser is being advertised on MI5's website, with the successful applicant expected to use their expertise to thwart terrorist operations around the world.

Candidates for the "unique and challenging" role need to have
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"world-class scientific expertise and credibility", "strategic skills", "influencing and communication skills" as well as a track record of "managing critical projects and processes in a complex environment".

The post will take up two or three days a week, the advert adds.

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