Dear listmembers

With apologies for cross-posting, a reminder of the Manager, Science in Society Programme job I posted a few weeks ago (Closing date: 8 Aug 2005), and news of some other jobs in science policy/science communication that might be of interest to list members:

Details of all the vacancies at the RS can be found here:
http://www.royalsoc.ac.uk/jobs

Science Policy Manager - Energy or Environment
Salary: Circa £30,000 pa
Closing date: 15 Aug 2005 

Science Policy Officer - Energy and Environment
Salary: Up to £22,000 per annum
Closing date: 8 Aug 2005 

Events Officer
Salary: Circa £21,000 pa
Closing date: 10 Aug 2005 

Manager, Science in Society Programme
Salary: Salary circa £30,000 per annum
Closing date: 8 Aug 2005 

Communications Team Coordinator 
Salary: Up to £22,000 per annum
Closing date: 10 Aug 2005 

http://www.royalsoc.ac.uk/jobs for further details on all of the above. Here's details of the two I haven't mentioned before:

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Science Policy Manager - Energy or Environment
Ref: V23.05

Salary Range: Circa £30,000 pa

Date of Issue: 21 Jul 2005 

Closing Date: 15 Aug 2005 

As part of the Royal Society's Science Policy Section, you will join the Energy & Environment team. Recent projects by the team include coordinating the science academies G8 statement on climate change, a major report on ocean acidification and work on biodiversity, energy efficiency and radioactive waste management. Depending on your expertise and experience you will lead the Society's policy work in the area of either energy or the environment and contribute to work in the other areas covered by the team. Familiarity with current issues in either of these areas is essential, as is a proven ability to get rapidly up to speed in relatively unfamiliar policy areas. Applicants must have a degree or equivalent in a relevant subject (including science, engineering, social science or economics) and experience in the energy or environment policy arena. They must be able to manage several projects simultaneously, work to tight deadlines and be able to interact effectively with people at all levels. Experience of managing projects and supervising staff is essential.

Starting salary: circa £30,000 per annum

Applicants can download further information and an application form from www.royalsoc.ac.uk or telephone the HR Section on 0207 451 2529 or email [log in to unmask] quoting reference number V23.05 The closing date is Monday 15 August 2005. Interviews will be held w/c 22 August 2005.

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Events Officer
Ref: V24.05

Salary Range: Circa £21,000 pa

Date of Issue: 21 Jul 2005 

Closing Date: 10 Aug 2005 

Working within our Events team, this is an exciting opportunity to administer and help further develop the Society's wide range of public programmes and events, including our scientific discussion meetings, medals and awards, and our summer science exhibition and soirées. 

Applicants must be educated to degree level or equivalent with a minimum of two years office experience or A-level standard with five years office experience.  Excellent computer skills and a thorough understanding of the world wide web are essential as well as the confidence and adaptability to liaise with a wide range of people.  The ability to show initiative, establish priorities and pay attention to detail while maintaining an organised approach to work is also essential.

Salary: circa £21 000 per annum

Applicants can download further information and an application form from www.royalsoc.ac.uk or telephone the HR Section on 0207 451 2529 or email [log in to unmask] quoting reference number V24.05 Closing date for applications is Wednesday 10 August 2005. Interviews will be Friday 2 September 2005.

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Best wishes 

Scott 


Scott Keir 
Science in Society Officer 

tel  +44 (0)20 7451 2513 
fax +44 (0)20 7930 2170 
web http://www.royalsoc.ac.uk

The Royal Society 
6-9 Carlton House Terrace 
London SW1Y 5AG 

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