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Science Training Advisor

Louise Gillic

30 / Nov / 2025 23.59 GMT

Science Training Advisor

Reports to : Louise Gillic Head of Crick Academy

Contact term : This is a 12-month fixed term contract on Crick terms and conditions of employment.

The Francis Crick Institute is Europes largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer heart disease infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions.

The Crick is a place for collaboration innovation and exploration across many disciplines. A space where the brightest minds can pursue big and bold ideas and discover answers to crucial scientific questions. We support them in a dynamic environment which fosters excellence with state-of-the-art infrastructure cutting-edge facilities and a creative and curious culture. Weve removed traditional boundaries of departments divisions and disciplines and instead have an open approach that supports every researcher. This gives us the freedom to take risks and carry out high-quality pioneering research. Creating a space for discovery without boundaries helps us to turn our science into benefits for human health and the economy.

The Francis Crick Institutes Talent and Organisational Development team forms part of the Cricks People team and is responsible for the management development and operation of the Cricks training and career development programmes.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join and support the operation of the Crick Academy for 12 months as a Science Training Advisor.

As a Science Training Advisor you will be a key point of contact for Crick students staff and external collaborators for matters relating to technical scientific training community building and career development.

Working closely with the Crick Technician Commitment Lead you will coordinate related activities and produce the institutes regular self-assessment reports (including data gathering analysis and tracking) action plans and associated activities.

Additionally you will manage the day-to-day delivery and marketing of the teams training and career development activities work closely with members of the wider People team and technical training community and maintain a proactive and inclusive administrative service.

If you are seeking career development in learning and development and have a strong interest in this field we would love to hear from you.

These include but are not limited to :

• Acting as a point of contact for the learning aspects of Udemy and Workday the Cricks HR System and proactive maintenance of the system; setting up courses creating learning pathways and tracking learner progress.
• Gathering analysing and acting on evaluation and impact feedback; making appropriate and timely recommendations to inform the Crick Academy portfolio.
• Managing relationships with external and internal training facilitators; incorporating feedback booking new courses managing marketing and communications providing support to host online and face to face courses.
• Budget tracking and managing purchasing processes.
• Delivering internal communications and marketing of training and careers activities; preparing and sending out weekly newsletters maintaining internal website pages and writing new articles and social media content.
• Supporting and maintaining engagement with the Cricks technical community and associated external networks including the management of Technician Commitment related planning activity and assessment

• Educated to degree level or equivalent or have evidence of significant administrative training or customer service work experience.
• Strong interest in exploring learning and career development as a profession.
• Significant experience of working effectively in a busy environment with the aptitude for both coordination and delivery of relevant development activities.
• Ability to multitask and to prioritise a busy workload and competing deadlines.
• Good attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and work with a diverse range of people at all levels including those for whom English is not their first language.

Everyone who works at the Crick has a valuable role to play in advancing the Cricks mission and shaping our culture!

• We are bold . We make space for creative dynamic and imaginative ideas and approaches. Were not afraid to do things differently.
• We are open . Were highly collaborative and interactive and make sure our activities are visible to the outside world.
• We are collegial . We show respect for one another work cooperatively and support the wider community.

At the Francis Crick Institute we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and scientific discovery. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued respected and empowered to succeed regardless of their background identity or personal circumstances. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all genders ethnicities abilities and experiences.

Weare a Disability Confident : Committed employer andwant to ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and sowellmake reasonable adjustments if you need them - just let us know when you apply. If you needassistancewith applying (i.e. would like to apply by phone or post) please email :

Find out more about life at the Crick.

At the Francis Crick Institute we value our team members and are proud to offer an extensive range of benefits to support their well-being and development :

• Generous Leave : 28 days of annual leave plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays.
• Pension Scheme : Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%.
• Health & Well-being :
• 24 / 7 GP consultation services.
• Occupational health services and mental health support programs.
• Eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans.
• Work-Life Balance :
• Back-up care for dependents.
• Childcare support allowance.
• Annual leave purchase options.
• Crick Networks offering diverse groups support community and inclusive social events.
• Perks :
• Discounted gym memberships bike-to-work scheme and shopping discounts.
• Subsidised on-site restaurant and social spaces for team interaction.

Please note you must meet the essential criteria listed within the Role Profile to have your application reviewed.

We reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any given time due to the number of applications received.

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