Science Communication Professional

3 days ago


Didcot, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom UK Research and Innovation Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Science Communication Professional to join our team for a 12-month industrial placement. As a Science Communication Specialist, you will play a key role in promoting our science to a range of audiences through various channels, including websites, social media, video, audio, and graphics.

Key Responsibilities
  • Research and present our science through written, verbal, and visual channels
  • Support website and social media content creation and development
  • Develop case studies of staff and industrial work
  • Work with scientists and engineers to help deliver events
  • Support other communication team activities
  • Photography, videography, and graphic design of promotional material
Requirements
  • Currently enrolled on an undergraduate degree course and returning to university/studies to complete your undergraduate degree following the placement
  • Required or have requested to take an industrial placement year
  • Have the right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the placement
  • Able to commence employment in summer 2025
  • GCSE English or equivalent
  • Keen interest in science and science communication
  • Excellent writing, presentation, and organisational skills
  • Demonstrate good team working capabilities
  • The willingness to learn new skills, both technical and non-technical
About UK Research and Innovation

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England, and Innovate UK. We build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision, ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation.

We support some of the world's most exciting and challenging research projects, developing and operating some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We push the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and deliver benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills, and business-led innovation.

Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of research and innovation in the UK.



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