Janette Wark is Head of Regional Engagement for Scotland at the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). Based in Scotland, she leads strategic engagement across the Scottish research and innovation landscape, working with universities, businesses, government and wider stakeholders to strengthen connections between regional priorities and the UK’s national research and innovation agenda.
With extensive experience in stakeholder engagement, partnership development and research and innovation policy, Janette plays a key role in fostering relationships that support world-leading research, skills development and economic growth. Her work focuses on advancing strategic opportunities across areas including artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, robotics, advanced manufacturing and place-based investment.
Over recent years, Janette has supported senior UKRI and EPSRC engagement across Scotland, helping to shape discussions on research excellence, innovation ecosystems and the contribution of universities to regional and national prosperity. She works closely with academic leaders, policymakers and industry partners to identify emerging opportunities and ensure that Scotland’s strengths are reflected within the wider UK research and innovation landscape.
Janette is passionate about building collaborative partnerships that deliver real-world impact and support the translation of research into economic and societal benefit.
