Research Engagement Officer
London, UK (Hybrid)
Posted 3 weeks ago
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Job Summary
Own and evolve internal science communication and research engagement initiatives, turning complex research into accessible content, coordinating events, and building strong researcher relationships to boost engagement.
- Lead content for internal engagement hub and communications.
- Coordinate events and public engagement to support fundraising and relationships.
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging internal talks, events and activities for colleagues and volunteers.
- Turn complex science into clear, compelling and accurate content in collaboration wider research engagement and medical team.
- Develop and improve our internal research engagement hub, keeping content relevant and easy to navigate.
- Act as a trusted point of contact for teams looking to include research stories or researchers in their activity.
- Support public engagement and events, while building strong relationships with our researcher community to maximise engagement and fundraising opportunities.
Requirements
- Experience delivering science communication or research engagement activity, events or content
- Ability to translate complex research into clear, engaging messaging for different audiences
- Experience creating high-quality content for non-specialist audiences (e.g. web, blogs, engagement materials)
- Strong stakeholder manager and relationship-building skills, with confidence working with colleagues, researchers and senior stakeholders.
- A proactive, organised approach with strong project or event management skills
- A degree, PhD or equivalent experience in biological or medical sciences; experience in cardiovascular research and science communication qualification would be beneficial but is not essential.
Preferred
- Experience in cardiovascular research and science communication qualification would be beneficial but is not essential.
Benefits
- At BHF, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support our colleagues’ wellbeing and professional growth.
British Heart Foundation
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