Science Content and Engagement Officer
Academic Posting
We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable weather and climate scientist to join us at The Royal Meteorological Society (RMetS) as the Science Content and Engagement Officer.
Reporting to the Head of Publishing and Scientific Engagement, you will have responsibility for developing content which supports the Society’s member value proposition project, our partnerships, publishing and events programmes; and create engaging content for various RMetS activities and stakeholders.
You will support the delivery of the Society’s career strategy working alongside our education team; lead our ECR and Youth special interest group; deliver RMetS early career initiatives such as our career events; and support Society committees and team members in ensuring early career representation and involvement across our programmes of work.
If you have a passion for weather and climate science coupled with a relevant graduate degree or higher, this could be the perfect role for you.
What you will do in the role:
Content Development
· Collaborate on a strategic content plan for a members-only area.
· Identify content gaps and create, or coordinate with volunteers, the development of engaging pieces.
· Curate and preview existing editorial content to ensure a cohesive user experience.
Careers and ECR activity support
· Deliver youth and ECR initiatives across events, mentoring, publishing, and membership.
· Co-manage the Student Ambassador Scheme.
· Participate in ECR and Student Conference Committee.
Engagement activities across the Society’s programmes of work
· Commission journal content with Editors-in-Chief and collaborate with marketing teams to promote journal content.
· Help source speakers and attend Events Committee meetings.
· Support partnership projects, special interest group outputs, climate training, education initiatives, and other ad hoc activities.
Essential criteria you will need to demonstrate:
- A background in weather and climate, either through:
- A degree in a scientific field where weather and climate is the predominant subject matter; OR
- A Master’s degree within a scientific field directly relevant to weather and climate
- Broad knowledge across weather and climate, and evidence of involvement in activities to ensure ongoing current knowledge across diverse areas.
- A confident and approachable communicator who proactively engages with a wide range of individuals and builds positive relationships across diverse audiences.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, professional documentation for external stakeholders.
- A friendly and open-minded approach, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a small team.
- Excellent organisational skills including the ability to manage time effectively, balance multiple projects with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to think creatively, be innovative and embrace new ideas and ways of working.
Desirable skills
- One year’s work experience post degree, or evidence of work experience/secondment.
- An understanding of how to go about developing and delivering scientific content/commissioning experience
- Experience in communicating scientific concepts and information to a different range of stakeholders (for example the wider scientific and social science community, or the general public).
What you can expect when you work for the Royal Meteorological Society
Hybrid working, 2 days per week at home and 3 days per week at the RMetS Headquarters in Reading (Tuesday to Thursday).
Permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours per week).
25 days holiday per year in addition to 8 public holidays and an extra day off around your birthday.
10% employer pension contributions.
Private healthcare.
If you would like to grow in this challenging and exciting Science Content and Engagement Officer position, working in a well-respected and internationally renowned charitable organisation with Royal charter, we would love to hear from you. For more information about us, please visit our website.
Recruitment information and timetable
The deadline for applications is 4.30pm, Friday 5 th December.
Interviews are expected to take place once the deadline for applications has closed on Tuesday 16 th December, with some flexibility for interview times outside of core working hours.
To apply please click the link and apply through CharityJobs, with a full CV and detailed cover letter explaining how you meet the essential criteria for this role.
The Royal Meteorological Society values diversity of background and perspective and is committed to treating all people equally and with respect irrespective of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We value diversity of background and perspective.
We are particularly committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. As part of this commitment, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role they have applied for and we will proactively consider all reasonable adjustments to facilitate employment with us. If you wish to apply under this scheme, please indicate this in your covering letter.