Lead Maker
Full Time
£23k - £25k per annum (dependent on experience)
International Centre for Life, Newcastle Upon Tyne
https://jobs.life.org.uk/jobs/lead-maker
Life has an exciting vacancy for a creative and highly-motivated individual to lead development in Life’s Making Studios. As someone with a passion for learning, making and tinkering you will lead Life’s Making Studios, developing and facilitating imaginative and innovative making activities for science centre visitors and school groups. Through the programme we will engage and inspire our visitors to create, developing their skills and opportunities.
The ideal candidate will be confident, approachable and reliable, with excellent communication and organisational skills. You will have relevant experience in a hands-on making, education or science engagement and preferably have a degree in a STEM/creative subject (or equivalent qualification). You will have proven experience of bringing the philosophy of making and tinkering to a wider audience and be skilled in crafting prototypes from different materials both physically and digitally. You will be adaptable and able to communicate to a range of audiences in person and online.
Duties will also include supervising the day-to-day running, cleanliness and good order of the Making Studios, including materials and equipment.
Applicants must be able to work flexible hours as the science centre is open 7 days a week and it is essential the Making Studios are managed during peak times, weekends and occasional evening events. In the context of the current pandemic, initial work may be remote until the centre is fully operational.
View full job description and person specification here >
To apply for this vacancy, please complete the online application form by Friday, 5th February 2021.
The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check. Details of our DBS policy are available on request. For further information regarding this post, please refer to the job description and person specification on our website. The International Centre for Life is an equal opportunities employer and is accredited with the Equality Standard Gold Award. Life has achieved bronze accreditation under the North East Better Health at Work Scheme.
Chief of Staff
Closing February 26th
Apply here: https://www.counterfactual.co/join-us
As the Chief of Staff, you own a top-level view of how we're shaping the future of alternative protein. With our absurdly ambitious mission and so many moving parts in the process, Logan (the CEO of Counterfactual Ventures) needs a safe pair of hands to implement strategic vision for the entire organization's ecosystem.
Must-haves
...or feel free to convince us otherwise. Everything depends on working with the right people, so we're happy to be persuaded that you would be a great fit with our team!
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Science and Technology Associate
Our Science and Technology Associates support the Research, Design and Build Team in high impact venture creation. The Science and Technology Associate works closely with the Head of Science and Technology, as part of the Research Design & Build (RDB) team. The RDB team includes both technical and commercial experts who work together to explore major challenges, gaps and opportunities in the ‘alternative protein’ and ‘alternative material’ industries. Entrepreneurs in each cohort are eventually matched with candidate company ideas vetted by the RDB team.
The associate works closely with the other RDB team members to: implement a systematic process to identify the most important and promising challenges to address, ideate and critically assess solutions to these challenges, and assist in the development of technical roadmaps for the top candidates for company ideas. The research consists of a combination of desktop research and external outreach.
Must-haves ...or feel free to convince us otherwise. Everything depends on working with the right people, so we're happy to be persuaded that you would be a great fit with our team!
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Head of Venture Creation
The Head of Venture Creation is jointly responsible for leading the Research Design & Build (RDB) team together with the Head of Science & Technology. The RDB team explores major challenges, gaps and opportunities in the alternative protein and alternative material industries. Entrepreneurs in each cohort are eventually matched with candidate company ideas that have been vetted by the RDB team.
The co-leads will work closely together to define, optimize and implement a systematic process to identify the most important and promising challenges to address, ideate and critically assess solutions to these challenges, and develop commercial roadmaps for the top candidates for company ideas. The Head of Venture Creation will work alongside Counterfactual’s incubator team to help build the foundations of these companies, continuously refining processes with the scientific and technical teams in order to create and support high-impact and profitable businesses.
Must-haves …or feel free to convince us otherwise. Everything depends on working with the right people, so we’re happy to be persuaded that you would be a great fit with our team!
· Extensive experience & understanding of the fast-evolving alternative protein and materials space
· Active interest in systematically exploring all the ways in which technology can replace factory farming. This includes the ability to assess the commercial promise of companies within deep tech IP and B2B solutions, while also partnering with the Science and Technology Lead in thinking through the comprehensive commercial viability of technical opportunities.
· Comfortable developing and implementing systems to analyze, score, and prioritize sets of complex concepts and ideas
· Past examples of business case studies of not so mature industry verticals, analyzing all facets from opportunity size, state of the industry, competitive landscape, roadblocks, macro-economic factors, target audiences, industry gaps/business opportunities, on-going R&D, etc.
· Prior experience and a strong interest in leading, coordinating, and working within a team operating within an evolving and scrappy environment. Past experience could include either a startup or a small autonomous team within a larger organization or similar.
· Examples of self-motivated initiatives where you saw a problem, ideated, initiated, and built things from scratch, including products and platforms.
· Ability to be highly organized and self-managed, leading with a high degree of autonomy
· Strong communication skills for 2 key aspects amongst others : – Ability to correctly represent Counterfactual’s values, interact with leading industry stakeholders, find ways to understand how to solve for them through Counterfactual & engage them in order to extract valuable insights. – To be able to assimilate & share large amounts of complex information around a number of business cases, with high fidelity, in conversation with deep technical experts.
· Excels at ‘blue sky thinking’ and thrives on putting in the work
· Experience in commercial R&D
· Experience working with IP, and researching and assessing patents
· Having a wide-ranging network that can assist in the exploration and research of adjacent technical areas
· Location – Post COVID, the team will likely be based in London/Europe, depending on how the new world shapes itself. An openness to relocate post COVID is strongly preferred: to London, or a highly desirable EU city (Lisbon, Berlin and Amsterdam are on the list of candidate cities). In the meantime, fully remote arrangements on UK/EU timezones are the default.
· Remote work timezone – After attempts to work with teams distributed from West Coast US to Mumbai, we’ve decided to shift our core operating timezone to align with London (this may change as we select an HQ city post COVID). If currently located far east or west, we can temporarily accommodate partial work-hour overlap (ex. 5am PST start = 1pm GMT), though this wouldn’t be a permanent arrangement.
· Salary – Highly competitive combination of salary and equity incentives with significant room for growth.
Head of Science of Technology
Our Head of Science & Technology leads research that will inspire the launch of our ventures. The Head of Science and Technology co-leads the Research Design & Build (RDB) team together with the Head of Venture Creation. The RDB team explores major challenges, gaps and opportunities in the alternative protein and alternative material industries. Entrepreneurs in each cohort are eventually matched with candidate company ideas that have been vetted by the RDB team.
The co-leads will work closely together to define, optimize and implement a systematic process to identify the most important and promising challenges to address, ideate and critically assess solutions to these challenges, and develop technical roadmaps for the top candidates for company ideas. The research consists of a combination of desktop research and external outreach.
· PhD or equivalent in a relevant technical discipline:
– Biology: Biochemistry, systems biology, genetics, cell biology, neuroscience, stem cells, microbiology, or plant biology
– Food Science: Related to chemistry, processing, and/or mechanics
– Engineering: Bioengineering, biotechnology, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, genetic engineering, protein engineering, industrial engineering (relevant to fermentation or bioprocessing), process engineering
· Deep expertise in one or more of the following food and/or material technologies: plant-based, cultivated, fermentation, and blended
· Active interest in systematically exploring all the ways in which technology can replace factory farming. This includes the ability to assess technical promise of commercial viability within deep tech IP and B2B solutions, while also assisting the Head of Venture Creation in thinking through the commercial viability of opportunities in geographic, behavioral and market segment dimensions.
· Prior experience leading, coordinating and working within a team. Strong interest in working within a team
· Experience with or interest in the commercial side of company building
· Previous entrepreneurial experience and excitement to be in a startup environment
· Extensive experience in the alternative protein space
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ROE Public Engagement Manager
STFC
UK Astronomy Centre, Edinburgh
£38,969 - £43,300 per annum
Open Ended
About us
The Science & Technology Facilities Council (STFC)is a partner organisation within UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). UKRI is a new entitythat brings together nine partnersto create an independent organisation with a strong voice for research and innovation, and a vision to ensure the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation.
About the role
The UK Astronomy Technology Centre is an international leader in the development of astronomy technology and astronomical research and is based on STFC’s the Royal Observatory Edinburgh (ROE) site. We have leading roles in building the world's largest astronomical observatories, including the James Webb Space Telescope (Webb) and the Extremely Large Telescope (ELT). We are strongly committed to engaging both the public and schools with our exciting work.
The Royal Observatory Edinburgh Visitor Centre (VC) is the local part of the STFC National Laboratories Public Engagement team. The ROE site also hosts the Institute for Astronomy of the University of Edinburgh. The main focus of the Visitor Centre activities is the excellent astronomical research and astronomy instrumentation programmes that are carried out at the ROE. The VC delivers a highly regarded vibrant programme of public and schools’ activities including Continuing Professional Development for teachers. The programme is delivered with the support of the UKATC and University of Edinburgh students and staff.
We are seeking an ambitious Public Engagement Manager to lead our small PE team. The programme is primarily local with some national activity, and a strong focus on improving engagement with the most deprived communities and involving our engineers and scientists more closely with the programme. Previously, the programme comprised mainly face to face activities at the ROE Visitor Centre and off-site. Under COVID, we have successfully moved to an online programme.
Key duties include:
People management - Manage the ROE PE team which typically includes 4-6 people in a variety of roles, including direct line management of several staff
External relationships - Develop and manage external relationships with key stakeholders such as SSERC, Institute of Physics Scotland and the National Museums of Scotland, delegating to team members as appropriate
Internal relationship - Develop and manage relationships at the Royal Observatory Edinburgh site, building working relationships with the staff of the UK ATC and If and A and knowledge of their work
Ensure the PE programme is based around the highlights of the observatory science and technology. Develop and support an overall approach to involving ROE staff and students in the PE programme
Budget Management
Fulfil all SHE responsibilities as Line Manager and Programme Manager including Visitor Centre day-day operations.
Please visit our website for the full description, including more information on the centre, role and requirements.
About you
It is essential that you can demonstrate experience of programming, development, delivery and evaluation of STEM public engagement with schools and public with knowledge of public engagement methodologies and issues, including science capital. Additionally, you must also have experience of managing small projects and budgets. You will be a self-starter with the ability to lead and work with others.
What we offer
As part of UK Research and Innovation, STFC offers a benefits package that includes 30 days annual leave, 10.5 public and privilege days, Christmas shut down, an excellent defined-benefit pension scheme, and flexible working options that support a good work-life balance. Within this post there will be opportunities for professional development courses, both through STFC and support of other training that will help your career development
How to Apply
Applicants are required to include a cover letter outlining their suitability for this role.
Applications are handled by UK Shared Business Services, to apply please click https://careersportal.co.uk/UKRI-careers/jobs/roe-public-engagement-manager-207. Applicants who are unable to apply online should contact us by telephone on +44 (0)1793 867000.
The closing date for applications is 8th February 2021.
Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC)
Impact Evidence Manager
£31,305
Interview date: 29th January 2021
Every year, BBSRC (part of UK Research and Innovation, UKRI) invests over £450 million in world-class bioscience research, innovation and training. Impact can arise from everything BBSRC invests in, from research addressing strategic challenges, curiosity-driven frontier bioscience, and the development of transformative technologies pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery. These impact stories provide assurance to key stakeholders, refine our policy and practice and inform future strategy.
Purpose of the role:
You will form part of the Strategic Planning, Evidence & Engagement domain (SPEE) and report into the Senior Manager, Impact Evidence. The role forms a key part of developing a robust evidence base to showcase the impacts arising from BBSRC research and innovation investments. The impact stories you identify, research and write will complement other forms of evidence generated by the wider team; including portfolio analysis, evaluation, benefits realisation and economic analysis. Your narratives will bring examples of the BBSRC’s research and innovation activities to life for a range of audiences (government, industry, public, academic) through diverse and engaging case studies and other content.
Visit our website to find out more about recent bioscience impacts.
Main job activities:
Shortlisting criteria (S) interview Criteria (I) or both (S&I)
Essential:
Desirable:
About BBSRC
The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) invests in world-class bioscience research and training on behalf of the UK public. We are the UK's largest public funder of research of the non-medical biosciences, and our aim is to further scientific knowledge, to promote economic growth, wealth and job creation and to improve quality of life in the UK and beyond.
Funded by Government, we support research and training in universities and strategically funded institutes. The research and the people that we fund are helping society to meet major challenges, including food security, green energy and healthier, longer lives. Our investments underpin important UK economic sectors, such as farming, food, industrial biotechnology and pharmaceuticals.
For more information about BBSRC, our science and our impact, see: https://bbsrc.ukri.org/
For more information about BBSRC strategically funded institutes, see https://bbsrc.ukri.org/research/institutes/strategically-funded-institutes/ How to Apply Online applications only for this role. Please submit your CV and a covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for BBSRC and the role you’re applying for. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit your application without a covering letter may result in your application not being considered. About UKRI
Launched in April 2018, UKRI is a non-departmental public body sponsored by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS). UK Research and Innovation brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England, which is responsible for supporting research and knowledge exchange at higher education institutions in England, and the UK’s innovation agency, Innovate UK. More information can be found at https://www.ukri.org/.
Additional Information
https://careersportal.co.uk/UKRI-careers/jobs/impact-evidence-manager-182?et=it89v8X
We have an exciting opportunity to join us at theMRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research as a freelance/consultant Science Communication Specialist from (1st February 2021 negotiable) until the 30th September 2021. The MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research (CVR) undertakes innovative discovery science to understand viruses of global impact and improve global health. We are currently at the forefront of the UK’s response to COVID-19 with active research programmes from petri dish to clinical trial. The CVR, part of the Institute of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation within the Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences College is seeking a Science Communications Specialist to: 1. Support CVR researchers with the internal and external dissemination and communication of the Centre’s activities. 2. Develop content, update, and maintain our website, and assist in the management of social media platforms 3. Liaise with University and funder communication teams for media coverage and press relations. 4. Engage with colleagues across the University to ensure timely internal and external communication of research information to relevant stakeholders. 5. Support our internal training program by delivering communications training sessions. 6. Develop a promotional video for prospective students and researchers considering joining the CVR 7. Design a multimedia overview of our COVID-19 research response portfolio. We are seeking a science comms professional who can demonstrate the following: • Proven experience developing content for digital dissemination including websites and social media. • Understanding of the need for accessible communication of science • Experience of assimilating complex information quickly, identifying the pertinent points and making them accessible for a wider audience. • Excellent written and oral communications skills. • Experience of STEM subjects with a good knowledge of biological science preferrable. • Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team and an academic environment. • Ability to work independently and use initiative • Highly organised and professional approach Although the bulk of the work can be carried out on a flexible basis, there will be occasions when it will be necessary to commit to defined working days depending on current activities and priorities. As a guide we estimate around 2 days per week will be required to deliver this project. We expect the project will be completed by 30th September 2021. The fee payable is based on a University of Glasgow Grade 7 Managerial, Professional and Administrative salary of £35,845 at 0.4FTE for the duration of the contact (~8 months). Due to the nature of the appointment we need to provide the University with independent quotes for the work. To apply please supply a short cover letter describing your suitability, along with a CV &/orportfolio of previous work and a quote for the work to Faye Watson (email:faye.watson@glasgow.ac.uk). Closing date for applications: Friday 15th January 2021 Shortlisting and interviews will be held shortly after this closing date.
We have an exciting opportunity to join us at theMRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research as a freelance/consultant Science Communication Specialist from (1st February 2021 negotiable) until the 30th September 2021.
The MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research (CVR) undertakes innovative discovery science to understand viruses of global impact and improve global health. We are currently at the forefront of the UK’s response to COVID-19 with active research programmes from petri dish to clinical trial.
The CVR, part of the Institute of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation within the Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences College is seeking a Science Communications Specialist to:
1. Support CVR researchers with the internal and external dissemination and communication of the Centre’s activities.
2. Develop content, update, and maintain our website, and assist in the management of social media platforms
3. Liaise with University and funder communication teams for media coverage and press relations.
4. Engage with colleagues across the University to ensure timely internal and external communication of research information to relevant stakeholders.
5. Support our internal training program by delivering communications training sessions.
6. Develop a promotional video for prospective students and researchers considering joining the CVR
7. Design a multimedia overview of our COVID-19 research response portfolio.
We are seeking a science comms professional who can demonstrate the following:
• Proven experience developing content for digital dissemination including websites and social media.
• Understanding of the need for accessible communication of science
• Experience of assimilating complex information quickly, identifying the pertinent points and making them accessible for a wider audience.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Experience of STEM subjects with a good knowledge of biological science preferrable.
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team and an academic environment.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Highly organised and professional approach
Although the bulk of the work can be carried out on a flexible basis, there will be occasions when it will be necessary to commit to defined working days depending on current activities and priorities. As a guide we estimate around 2 days per week will be required to deliver this project. We expect the project will be completed by 30th September 2021.
The fee payable is based on a University of Glasgow Grade 7 Managerial, Professional and Administrative salary of £35,845 at 0.4FTE for the duration of the contact (~8 months). Due to the nature of the appointment we need to provide the University with independent quotes for the work.
To apply please supply a short cover letter describing your suitability, along with a CV &/orportfolio of previous work and a quote for the work to Faye Watson (email:faye.watson@glasgow.ac.uk).
Closing date for applications: Friday 15th January 2021
Shortlisting and interviews will be held shortly after this closing date.
The Wellcome Centre for Human Neuroimaging, part of the UCL Institute of Neurology, is seeking a 0.4 FTE Science Communications Officer to support the researchers in the dissemination and communication of the work within the Centre. Working closely with the Public Engagement Manager and the Director, the post holder’s role will include developing content and maintaining our website and other UCL pages, assisting in the management of social media platforms, developing press releases for media, and liaising with the central UCL media team.
Applicants must have strong oral and written communication skills, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, IT proficiency at advanced user level, and a highly organised and professional approach.
To find out more details about this role, please see the Job Description here.
The post is available from end of January and is funded on a casual basis at two days per week until Jan 2022 in the first instance, funded by a grant from Wellcome. Funding for this role may be continued dependent on budget beyond this date. The rate will be £14.17 per hour including London Weighting.
To apply for this post, or enquire further about the role, please send your CV (2 pages), and an A4 cover letter detailing your suitability for the role to Cassandra Hugill (email: c.hugill@ucl.ac.uk) – please note we cannot comment on your suitability for the role.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 6th January 2021
Interviews will be held shortly after this closing date.
We particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates.