Press Officer

Science Media Center; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas closure

Performance-related pay reviews

Generous pension and healthcare

Free gym access and discounted lunch

Job summary

The Science Media Center is seeking a Press Officer to enhance science coverage in the media from our office in London. Applicants should have a strong background in science and be passionate about accurate media representation of scientific stories.

This role entails working on crucial topics like genome editing, climate change, and AI. The position offers an engaging environment to contribute meaningfully to public discourse on science.

Benefits include 25 days annual leave, performance-related pay reviews, generous pension, and healthcare.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to manage media stories accurately.
• Excited to progress your career in a dynamic environment.
• Fast and reliable work on multiple subjects.

Responsibilities

• React to major science stories in national news.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure media accuracy.
• Work on controversial science topics as a press officer.

Skills

Good judgement

Media awareness

Ability to work under pressure

Collaborative work ethic

Passion for science communication

Education

Background in science

Job description

Location: London (Euston). We’re an office-based organisation and staff are expected to be in the office as default five days a week.

To start: As soon as possible

Interviews: In person at our London office, Monday 8 th June

Full role profile: Available to download here

Would you like to play an important role in improving science coverage in the news?

We are looking for a Press Officer with a passion for science and the media to help us make, break and react to some of the biggest science stories in the national news. Working on everything from genome editing and vaccination to climate change and AI, the SMC is an independent press office for science specialising in the science, health and environment stories that hit the headlines.

Our Press Officers are immersed in the most controversial, politicised and messy science stories in the news. This is not a role for the faint-hearted; but if you’re passionate about accurate media coverage of the science stories that define our times, and you can work with a calm head when things are busy and demanding, this is the job for you.

What we are looking for

You are someone who is passionate about science in the news being accurate and evidence-based, and who is genuinely excited by the SMC’s work. You are able to work fast and reliably on multiple subjects and collaborate effectively with your colleagues. You are someone with a science background who can demonstrate good judgement, good media awareness, and a strong understanding of the difference between evidence and ideology. You are excited to progress your career as part of a small but high-impact, office-based team in a fast-moving environment.

What we can offer you

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas closure, increasing after 5 years’ service
• Annual performance-related pay reviews
• Generouspension, healthcare, and family-friendly provisions
• Free gym and discounted lunch options

Selection process

• Application (CV and cover letter)
• Interview consisting of a 40min task and 40min panel interview
• References

Applicants must have a pre-existing right to work full time in the UK as we are unfortunately unable to sponsor visas.

We know that some demographics are less likely to apply for roles if they don’t feel they meet every requirement. We encourage all applicants who have a strong interest in our work and believe they have the right skills to succeed to apply for the role.