Publishing Coordinator

**Location**: Alice Holt, Farnham, Surrey GU10 4LH or in Northern Research Station, Roslin, Midlothian EH25 9SY with blended working

**About the job**

**Job summary**

Want to work at the cutting edge of environmental science research? Passionate about making a difference and playing your part in tackling the climate and nature crises? Forest Research (FR) is a leading UK scientific research organisation that provides impactful scientific data, evidence and advice to policymakers and practitioners. Internationally recognised, we want to work with people who have the skills and passion to deliver impactful science which informs practical solutions across the sector.

We’re small enough that your voice is heard, yet large enough, as part of the Forestry Commission, that we have everything on hand to get the job done, as well as a variety of career pathways. Our staff are dedicated to their work and sharing it with others to bring positive change for our natural environment. With locations across the UK, you will find us a flexible and inclusive employer who promotes agile working to help you manage your work life balance.

The Publishing Coordinator role sits within the publications team, which is part of a wider Communications team. The publications team produce a range of outputs designed to appeal to a wide audience which includes forestry and land professionals, policy teams, researchers and scientists and the general public. The publications we produce cover research and guidance on sustainable forest management which supports the UK Forestry Standard. We also produce a range of corporate and promotional outputs, including flyers, leaflets, and infographics.

**Job description**

The Publishing Coordinator role can be based either at Alice Holt or Northern Research Station. The position is full time with the opportunity to work flexibly.

In this role, you will work closely with the publishing manager to ensure that our publications are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard. You will ensure crucial pre
- and post-publications tasks are completed, which will mean our publications are registered and indexed in the right place, distributed to the right people, and made available on our website. You will also be involved in projects that help support and promote our research output, such as providing data analysis relating to the impact and usage of our outputs, managing a photo library, and providing support to the running of our Forest Science Seminars. There will be opportunity to develop your skills in a range of areas, including publishing, communications, and data analysis.

Closing date: 23:55, 18 June 2023.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £27,779.00-£30,168.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 288177