Content and Communications Manager

We are seeking an exceptional individual with passion for promoting excellence in the areas of research and commercialisation to join the School of Medicine, Dundee. We invite applications from those with a communications background, and with a knowledge of medicine/the sciences so that you can engage effectively with academic colleagues to promote the prestigious research the School is renowned for. The successful candidate will lead on working closely with colleagues across the School and University to ensure effective content is developed to be used for business development and public relations.

We are looking for a proactive experienced communications professional to help us build on our international reputation for impactful and excellent research.

Research within the School is carried out in newly built and refurbished state of the art laboratories, which include core facilities for cytology, microscopy, and genomics with recent substantial investment in facilities to support microscopy; sequencing; and advanced biomarker analysis. The School benefits from its close relationship with the School of Life Sciences (SLS) in Dundee with whom it shares unrivalled facilities. SLS was rated first overall for Biological Sciences in REF 2014 and 2021.

The successful myriad collaborations between researchers in Dundee is evidenced by the fact that research publications from the University of Dundee are amongst the most highly cited in Europe.

Reporting to the School Director of Business Development and Partnerships, you will work closely with a large, diverse School Professional Services team, clinical and non-clinical academics and professional colleagues based in the Directorates such as External Relations and Research and Innovation Services.

Principle duties and responsibilities:

→ Funder engagement - The post holder will work closely with colleagues in RIS and External Relations to further develop the commercialisation, research and industry communication and engagement strategy with a view to significantly increasing external funding opportunities.

→ Stakeholder engagement - The post holder will be expected to lead and also work with other colleagues within the School to deliver a schedule of events aligned to key school strategies of increasing commercial and research funding and improving the School and University brand on a national and international level.

→ Communications - develop our corporate communications, advise on external and internal communications and work closely with the University’s External Relations and RIS teams

→ Participate in the outreach and recruitment activities of the School as well as contributing to academic administration

→ Press, Publicity, Marketing

Working with colleagues in External Relations, the postholder will create content for distribution through multiple channels as part of the School marketing plans.

→ Work with the University Press Office in External Relations and relevant lead academic(s), to provide information for Press releases on school activities.

→ Develop the School web presence for non-student focussed content, ensuring this key external engagement tool optimises how we present our School to the world.

The person

If you are a creative, forward-thinking professional with a knowledge of the sciences and you have significant experience in working in the area of content creation and Communications, the Content and Communications Manager role at the School of Medicine, University of Dundee, offers a unique and compelling opportunity. As a renowned institution for medical education and research, the University of Dundee provides an environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and academic excellence. We pride ourselves as being part of a dynamic community of scholars, clinicians, scientists and professionals who are committed to working in partnership in achieving our goals of advancing medical knowledge and improving health and well-being.

The University of Dundee has a strong track record of translating research discoveries into real-world applications, making a tangible difference in the lives of people. This is an opportunity to be an integral part of telling our story to the world building on our internationally renowned work.

Additionally, the School of Medicine prides itself on its commitment to nurture and develop its staff community.

Skills:

→ Experience of developing a communications strategy for large complex area within the area of the sciences, with a degree in a related field.

→ Experience of content creation and copywriting with evidence of writing of compelling and concise copy for advertisements, press release articles and promotional materials

→ Experience of event planning including coordinating, promotion, webinars, conferences and seminars

→ Evidence of ability and willingness to work collaboratively with others effectively, and to work independently

→ Excellent interpersonal skills

→ Ability to prioritise and balance competing demands

→ Evidence of successful communications projects

→ Commitment to the values of the School of Medicine, University of Dundee

Knowledge and qualifications:

→ Qualification in communications/marketing desirable

→ Background/knowledge in the sciences

→ Evidence of operating at a strategic level

→ Evidence of ability to generate content with the aim of external funding for research and commercial projects

→ Evidence of a track record of successful development and delivery of complex communication strategies

To apply, please follow the online steps and submit a comprehensive CV along with a covering letter which sets out your interest in the role and encapsulates the aspects of your experience relevant to the required criteria. Please also include current salary details and the names and contact details of three referees. Referees will not be approached until the final stages and not without your prior permission.

All applications will receive an automated response.

All candidates are also requested to complete an online Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form. This will assist the University of Dundee in monitoring selection decisions to assess whether equality of opportunity is being achieved. Information collated from the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Forms will not be used as part of the selection process and will be treated as strictly confidential.

Contact us

Informal inquiries are welcomed and can be made via D Russell.

For further information about Research in the School of Medicine, please visit the website.

Applications are invited by 31st January 2024.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £36,024.00-£44,263.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person