Scientific Communications Officer

Instruct-ERIC Step 1 ERIC; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in scientific communication seeks a Scientific Communications Officer in Oxford. The ideal candidate will possess a postgraduate qualification in structural biology and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills. Responsibilities include writing for scientific audiences, producing dissemination materials, and managing events. Benefits include hybrid working, 30 days of annual leave, and well-being activities. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, and writing sample by midday on Thursday 15th January.

Benefits

30-day annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid working

Employee assistance programme

Well-being activities

Free car parking and bicycle storage

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in structural biology or related topic.
• Excellent communication: writing, editing, presenting and proof‑reading skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience dealing with a wide range of people.

Responsibilities

• Work with international partners.
• Write scientific review articles for websites.
• Produce professional dissemination resources like brochures.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills

Fluency in Microsoft Office

Experience in web design

Experience with Adobe suite

Creative vision

Education

Postgraduate qualification in structural biology or related topic

Tools

Adobe suite

Job description

Scientific Communications Officer

Instruct-ERIC, Oxford, United Kingdom

Instruct-ERIC has an open position for a Scientific Communication Officer.

We are looking for an experienced science graduate with a passion for communicating world‑class science to broad communities including both scientific and general audiences.

The appointee will be a motivated and organised individual with strong interpersonal skills to help us implement our communication plan and outreach to local, national and international groups.

The role is based at the Instruct‑ERIC offices in Oxford, UK.

Responsibilities / Duties

• Work with international partners
• Write scientific review articles, news items, for websites and e-newsletters
• Produce professional dissemination resources (brochures, posters)
• Web design, including creating new webpages
• Assist in creating video resources for promotion of Instruct and training
• Represent Instruct‑ERIC at networking meetings, scientific conferences and exhibitions
• Develop an updated public engagement campaign to showcase structural biology in preventative and therapeutic solutions
• Maintain the CRM system and ensure that data protection procedures are adhered to
• Analyse communications data and produce reports to improve performance
• Set up and host online meetings and webinars, and plan in‑person events both in Oxford and remote locations
• Manage an image bank, ensuring that it is refreshed, and that all imagery has been appropriately licensed

Selection Criteria

• Postgraduate qualification in structural biology or related topic.
• Excellent communication: writing, editing, presenting and proof‑reading skills; the ability to write content for websites including summarising scientific articles for scientific and lay audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience of dealing with a wide range of people including academics, business clients, external partners and general public, including young people.
• Strong organisational skills with experience of prioritising a varied workload and meeting deadlines using own initiative and with minimal supervision.
• Can‑do attitude to work, open to learn new skills.
• Strong technical skills including fluency in Microsoft Office.
• Creative vision to help develop appealing content that all can understand, with an eye for detail and design.
• Ability to undertake occasional travel within Europe.
• Practical experience in web design and functionality.
• Experience with Adobe suite, specifically graphic design and video production.
• Experience in filming interviews.
• Previous experience in a communications role or project management skills.

Pre‑employment screening

Pre‑employment screening will include right‑to‑work, proof of identity and references. The appointment is subject to standard pre‑employment screening as applicable.

Working at Instruct‑ERIC

Instruct‑ERIC prides itself on being an attractive employer, with an enthusiastic, collaborative, and diverse team based in our Oxford hub offices. Instruct is committed to advancing science globally, operating on a non‑profit basis to facilitate cutting‑edge research in structural biology and beyond.

Benefits

• 30‑day annual leave entitlement plus UK bank holidays, hybrid working with 3 days per week in our Oxford office, and a contributory pension scheme.
• Employee assistance programme (Health Assured).
• Well‑being activities such as group retreats, summer events and other group activities.
• Free car parking and bicycle storage.

How to apply

Please provide a cover letter, CV, and an example of scientific writing e.g. PhD or master’s thesis. Note that submissions generated by AI tools may be disqualified.

The deadline for applications is midday of Thursday 15th January.