ECSITE-UK, the national network of science centres and museums, has been approached by the Wellcome Trust to develop a detailed proposal for a national touring exhibition – a high quality interactive 450m2 exhibition on the current scientific status and wider medical, ethical, legal and social implications of human molecular genetics and genomics.
The Exhibition Researcher will lead the content development from concept to complete project-funding application. You will be involved in developing and detailing the exhibition’s
· aims and objectives,
· public benefits, target audiences and marketing strategy,
· touring and maintenance plan,
· evaluation strategy.
Alongside knowledge of visitor behaviour, you will have experience developing interactive exhibits and educational resources, and running debates and discussions. You will also bring a general knowledge of social and ethical issues, a science background, and excellent time management skills.
This is a fixed term contract, mid January to end May
If you are interested in this work, please contact i[log in to unmask] for further information.
Applications should be submitted by noon on 5 January.
Dr Melanie Quin
ECSITE-UK: the Science and Discovery Centre Network
Wellcome Wolfson Building
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London SW7 5HE
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