Science Media Researcher: sandwich student placement at ISIS Neutron Source 2011-2012
ISIS is a world-leading research centre which uses neutrons and muons to study the atomic-level
properties of substances – from soap films to superconductors, engineering to earth science, advanced
battery components to biomolecules. ISIS has over 30 research beamlines serving an international
community of 2000 scientists. Each year over 400 science papers are published based on ISIS research.
We seek a science media researcher to play a full role in supporting ISIS science outreach activities to a
range of audiences. You will join a team that plays a major role in the life of ISIS promoting science
through a range of channels including websites, specialist and national media, events, exhibitions and
education activities. You will need to have a passion for contemporary science and technology and will
enjoy using and developing your writing, design and presentation skills to promote ISIS to a wide range
of audiences.
The role would suit someone with an interest in communicating contemporary science. You might be a
science student wanting to switch into science communication or you might be a journalism student
seeking to specialise in science. Whatever your background, you will need to have excellent
communications skills, particularly face-to-face interactions and English language writing, and a desire to
use these in a scientific environment. You will also need to be well-organised, enthusiastic, capable of
taking projects from initial idea to finished product, and be able to work independently and as part of a
team. Experience of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite software is desirable.
Tasks and responsibilities will include:
1) Researching, writing, designing and presenting ISIS science through a range of channels
2) Managing projects in support of science and society programme
3) Support ISIS website content development
4) Event and exhibition design and support
Within this role, additional opportunities may exist to take part in science research or undertake web
software development.
To discuss the position, please contact Dr Martyn Bull ([log in to unmask])
Closing date for applications is 9 January 2011.
Interviews are scheduled for 9, 10 and 11 February 2011
For details on how to apply see the STFC Sandwich Student scheme web pages:
http://stfc.ac.uk/About+STFC/466.aspx
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