Science Communication Technician

Ref Number

B

Professional Expertise

Administration and Business Support

Department

UCL BEAMS (B04)

Location

London

Working Pattern

Full time

Salary

£36,433-£41,833

Contract Type

Fixed-term

Working Type

On site

Available for Secondment

No

Closing Date

10-Nov-2025

UCL Department of Science and Technology Studies (STS) is an academic unit for research and teaching in history of science, philosophy of science, science policy and science communication. The Department aims to nurture the next generation of science communicators through its MSc degree in Science communication and a range of modules at all levels in all its programmes. Science and Technology Studies is a research-led department with an international reputation, and offers innovative teaching programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Launched in September 2022, the Science Communication MSc programme focuses on state-of-the-art professional communications, journalism and engagement expertise from around the world. It provides students with expert training delivered by world-leading and award-winning science communication professionals who are closely connected to the world of work

The post holder will work closely with the Science Commnication Programme Lead and the Department's teaching and technical staff, and will play an active role in further developing the creative and dynamic STS community.

The postholder will play an important role in supporting the Science Communication MSc and other practical modules delivered within STS.

They will maintain the department's stock of Audio-Visual Equipment and provide professional technical expertise, support, guidance, advice, and practical demonstration in film and sound recording equipment operation in relation to the Science Communication MSc, and science communication modules across the department's other programmes.

The postholder will also have the opportunity to work closely with the Digital Education team (based at Faculty level), with opportunities to collaborate with colleagues working in this area across UCL.

This is a fixed-term, full-time appointment available for 3 years continuously in the first instance, starting from November 2025.

Please note that this position does not meet the requirements for visa sponsorship.

The post holder will have good knowledge and understanding of Science and Technology Studies, with a particular focus on Science Communication. Extensive knowledge and experience with state-of-the-art film and other media equipment is also required.

The post holder will normally be expected to work on site at the Bloomsbury Campus, Monday to Friday each week. Remote working will be allowed at the discretion of the line manager.

For full details of the role, please see the job description and person specifications at the bottom of this page.

Application process

As part of your application, please ensure that you include the following documents:

• CV;
• Cover letter/Supportive Statement telling us why you have applied for this role, and describing how you meet each criteria listed in the person specifications.

If you have any queries about this role, please contact Giuseppe La Rosa, STS Departmental Manager ). Interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place in late October / early November 2025.

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• On-site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service - Discounted medical insurance

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As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL's workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people.

You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here:

Our department holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award, in recognition of our long-term commitment in advancing gender equality.